| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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Introduction to Forensic Sciences |
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| Course Code |
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ADT501 |
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| Course Type |
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Compulsory |
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| Level of Course |
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Second Cycle |
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| Year of Study |
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1 |
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| Course Semester |
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Fall (16 Weeks) |
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| ECTS |
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4 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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Prof.Dr. NECMİ ÇEKİN
Assoc.Prof.Dr. AHMET HİLAL
Prof.Dr. METE KORKUT GÜLMEN
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Learns Forensic Sciences
Learns the structure of forensic sciences in Turkey and the world
Knows the role of forensic sciences in legal cases
Has knowledge on the sub-disciplines of Forensic Sciences
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| Mode of Delivery |
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Face-to-Face |
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| Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites |
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None |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components |
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None |
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| Aim(s) of Course |
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The aim of this course is to introduce forensic sciences and its sub-branches. |
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| Course Contents |
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The importance and scope of forensic sciences in Turkey and around the world, ethics forensic sciences, the role of forensic science in criminal and legal cases, responsibilities and efforts for improvement.
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| Language of Instruction |
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Turkish |
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| Work Place |
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Department of Forensic Medicine classrooms |
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Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities |
| Week | Subject | Student's Preliminary Work | Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
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1 |
General information about Forensic Sciences |
Reading books and literature |
Presentation and brain storming |
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2 |
The historical development of forensic scientists |
Reading books and literature |
Presentation and brain storming |
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3 |
Forensic psychiatry |
Reading books and literature |
Presentation and brain storming |
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4 |
Scientific evidence in court |
Reading books and literature |
Presentation and brain storming |
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5 |
Forensic and legal responsibilities |
Reading books and literature |
Presentation and brain storming |
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6 |
Forensic Pathology |
Reading books and literature |
Presentation and brain storming |
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7 |
Forensic Toxicology |
Reading books and literature |
Presentation and brain storming |
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8 |
Midterm Exam |
Exam |
Exam |
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9 |
Forensic document examination |
Reading books and literature |
Presentation and brain storming |
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10 |
Forensic Genetics |
Reading books and literature |
Presentation and brain storming |
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11 |
Forensic Odontology |
Reading books and literature |
Presentation and brain storming |
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12 |
Forensic Anthropology |
Reading books and literature |
Presentation and brain storming |
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13 |
Forensic Entomology |
Reading books and literature |
Presentation and brain storming |
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14 |
Forensic Sciences in Turkey and the world |
Reading books and literature |
Presentation and brain storming |
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15 |
Presentation of seminar
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Reading books and literature |
Presentation and brain storming |
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16/17 |
Final exam |
Exam |
Exam |
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| Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes |
| # | Key Learning Outcome | Contribution* |
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1 |
Has basic knowledge on Forensic Medicine |
3 |
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2 |
Knows the relevant legislation in Turkish Penal Code and Law of Criminal Procedure |
4 |
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3 |
Knows Forensic Sciences and its subfields |
5 |
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4 |
Applies Forensic Sciences laboratory procedures |
4 |
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5 |
Knows the research methods used in Forensic Sciences |
3 |
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6 |
Interprets laboratory results |
2 |
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7 |
Solves criminal cases |
3 |
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8 |
Analyses and interprets biological samples |
2 |
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9 |
Works as an independent expert |
5 |
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10 |
Gains professional liability |
4 |
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11 |
Learns professional ethics |
4 |
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12 |
Plans research |
3 |
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13 |
Has the competence to present his/her expertise in academic environments |
3 |
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14 |
Has the sufficient expertise in every field of Forensic Sciences |
5 |
| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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