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| Code | ABL593 |
| Name | Forensic Geology |
| Semester | . Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Yüksek Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
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Course Goal
Forensic geology uses rocks, minerals, fossils, soils, and a variety of geochemical techniques to provide physical evidence in criminal investigations and trials.
Course Content
Forensic Geology includes, Geologic Science, Geologic Methodology, geomorphology, rock types, soils, surface and ground water, evidence collection and preservation, buried Evidence and Clandestine Gravesites, anomaly surveys of topography and soil profiles, Materials Identification, Sampling, Analysis, interpretation, report
Course Precondition
no precondition
Resources
Forensic Soil Science and Geology, Geological Society, London, Special Publications, 492. Editörler: R. W. Fitzpatrick, L. J. Donnelly.
Notes
Forensic Soil Science and Geology, Geological Society, London, Special Publications, 492. Editörler: R. W. Fitzpatrick, L. J. Donnelly.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learning Forensic Geology Science and concept |
| LO02 | Knowledge about sampling, and examining the crime scene in terms of forensic geology |
| LO03 | Knowledge about taking geological samples from the scene |
| LO04 | Knowledge of crime scene decontamination methods |
| LO05 | Knowledge of geological evidence analysis |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knows current concepts in the field of Forensic Sciences. | 5 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Comprehends the relations between the areas of Forensic Sciences. | 3 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Comprehends the importance of ethical principles and ethical committees for the individual and society. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knows the concept of expertise and forensic procedural approach. | 3 |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Recognize the statistical methods that are frequently used in studies in the field of Forensic Sciences. | |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knows crime scene investigation and evidence collection procedures | 5 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Interprets the knowledge gained in the field by integrating it with the knowledge from different disciplines. | 2 |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses statistical software that is frequently used in the field of Forensic Sciences. | |
| PLO09 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses the knowledge and research methods obtained in the field in solving forensic cases. | 5 |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Takes responsibility by participating in teamwork | 5 |
| PLO11 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Develops solutions for solving complex problems that may be encountered in the field of Forensic Sciences. | 5 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Can lead in certain challenging Forensic circumstances include interdisciplinary ones. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Follow the scientific meetings and researches in forensic area. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Discusses current developments and studies with different groups in written, oral and visual formats. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Uses current developments, information and practices in Forensic Sciences for the benefit of society. | 5 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Forensic Geology, History of Forensic Geology and soil science | Reading books and literature | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 2 | Earth Sciences | Reading books and literature | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 3 | Research methods in Earth Sciences-1 | Reading books and literature | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 4 | Research methods in Earth Sciences-2 | Reading books and literature | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 5 | Crime scene investigation and geology/soil sampling/conservation | Reading books and literature | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 6 | Buried Evidence-1 | Reading books and literature | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 7 | Buried Evidence-2 | Reading books and literature | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 8 | Midterm Exam | Midterm Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Materials Identification-1 | Reading books and literature | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 10 | Materials Identification-2 | Reading books and literature | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 11 | Documentation and reporting | Reading books and literature | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 12 | Expert Witness/Testimony | Reading books and literature | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 13 | Crime scene decontamination practices | Reading books and literature | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 14 | Advances in Forensic Geology | Reading books and literature | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 15 | case study | Reading books and literature | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 16 | Final Exam | Final Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Final Exam | Final Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 114 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,56 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||