AJ 103 - Criminal Investigation
- Prerequisite or Corequisite: AJ 101
This course covers the basic principles of criminal investigation including: the human aspects of dealing with the public, case preparation, the collection and preservation of physical evidence, crime scene search, fingerprinting, casts, photographs and laboratory assistance
Contact: 3 hours lecture per week
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of AJ 103, the student will be able to:
- Explain important trends affecting criminal investigation.
- Identify the major steps involved in organizing for the investigation of a crime.
- Cite important legal aspects applicable to crime scene evidence collection.
- Cite important legal aspects applicable to arrest, search and seizure procedures.
- Compare and contrast various types of criminal investigations.
- Discuss issues related to testifying in court.