Principles of Investigation

Catalog description

The course is intended to develop a general understanding of the science of inquiry and provide a presentation of techniques, skills, and limitations of modern criminal investigation. Consideration includes all aspects of criminal investigation as a system of thought and action. The discussion is centered on methods applied in detecting, examining, and interpreting factual and legal dimensions of criminal cases. The course also examines concepts and methods of investigation of specific forms of crime (homicide, rape, robbery, etc.…).