Course Overview
This course focuses on the various duties of a tactical analyst assigned to transnational and domestic organized crime group activity. You will learn how various crime networks and groups operate by reviewing past cases of criminal activity. You will apply various structured analytical techniques, at various stages of the crime or intelligence cycle, to several types of organized crime activities that operate outside and within Canada. You will use software to analyze and visualize your analysis, and develop logically sound arguments for investigation and intelligence purposes. You will use realistic data to test your analytical abilities during various assignments.
Prerequisite(s)
- 60% in FSCT 8436
- Admission to a Forensic credential program or permission of the Program Coordinator.
Credits
3.0
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Domestic fees
$974.70
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completing this course, the student will be able to:
- • Discuss the domestic and international analytical community involved with organized crime, and discuss current trends, with an emphasis on the Canadian experience.
- • Evaluate the relevance, reliability, and validity of the various sources and all-source data frequently collected during organized crime investigations.
- • Create a variety of data visualization products to conduct analysis, such as maps, association and event flow charts, and spreadsheets using realistic data found during organized crime investigations.
- • Conduct analysis such as patterns of life (surveillance); communications; organized crime profiling; commodity manufacturing, transportation and distribution; fraud analysis; and money laundering analysis in the context of various organized criminal activities.
- • Communicate analytical findings verbally and in written format by using variety of communication tools.
Effective as of Winter 2024
Related Programs
Organized Crime Analysis (FSCT 8430) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Forensic Investigation (Crime and Intelligence Analysis Option)
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- Forensic Investigation (Crime and Intelligence Analysis Option)
Bachelor of Technology Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of FSCT 8430 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 32946
Dates
Sep 08 - Dec 01 Loading
- CRN 32946
- $974.70 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 08 - Dec 01 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:30 | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- This course will be offered ONLINE for the 202630 Fall term and classes will be taught LIVE. Attendance is strongly advised for success. There is no required textbook. For information on Forensic Science programs and courses, please visit: www.bcit.ca/computing-academic-studies/forensics. Students who have been accepted into a Forensics program where this course is a part of the matrix may register without any further approvals. Students who are not currently accepted in a Forensics program or, if this course is NOT part of your program matrix, please contact the Program Assistants for departmental approval at BCIT_Forensics@bcit.ca.
Confirmation
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Status
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