Module manager: Sarah Sayer
Email: S.E.Sayer@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2024/25
Successful completion of year 2 of a relevant programme
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| ARCS5208M | Forensic Imaging |
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This module is not approved as a discovery module
This module allows students to critically explore the use of forensic imaging in the investigation of crime, identification of mass fatality victims and the investigation of the cause of death.
The aim of this module is to enable students to explore more fully the use of forensic imaging. Students will be able to critically evaluate the use of the virtual autopsy, methods employed in the investigation of mass fatalities, the importance of diagnostic imaging in the investigation of crime and other fields in which imaging is used as an investigation tool.
On successful completion of this module, the student will be able to:
1. Analyse the role of forensic radiography
2. Be able to recognise professional, ethical and legal frameworks that guide the practice of forensic radiographers
3. Critically evaluate the role of forensic imaging in a variety of situations
Understanding and application of the principles of forensic imaging.
Students will critically explore the following areas:
- Roles and responsibilities of a forensic radiographer
- Legal framework in which forensic imaging is involved
- The difference between and application of criminal, civil and international law
- The advantages and disadvantages of diagnostic imaging as a forensic tool
- Issues involved in the identification of mass fatalities
- Involvement of medical imaging in the planning for major disasters.
- Deeper investigation of non accidental injury
- Exploration of the role in archaeology and security monitoring
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seminar | 10 | 2.5 | 25 |
| Tutorial | 2 | 2.5 | 5 |
| Private study hours | 70 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 30 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100 | ||
Time is allocated in the module hours for writing up and revising notes, visiting relevant websites, accessing electronic literature and library based study, and preparing for assessments.
The students can review research articles and texts prior to each lecture and to find relevant information themselves with which to contribute to sessions.
Tutorial to aid student understanding of the essay titles.
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Essay | 2,500 words | 100 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100 | |
This assessment allows the students to demonstrate their depth of knowledge and understanding about key issues that will relate to the use of forensic imaging. The essay will assist in the development of critical analysis and interpretation of relevant legal frameworks, key drivers and laws that govern the use of forensic imaging.
There is no reading list for this module
Last updated: 8/16/2024
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