This unit comprises a combination of lectures and practical sessions covering the following: (1) the evolution of, and the role and importance of archaeological theory and method in a forensic investigation of a crime scene; (2) fundamental principles (including tools and equipment used) in forensic archaeology; (3) artefact collection and preservation; (4) case study in forensic archaeology; (5) advanced surveying (including surface and geophysical searching); (6) advanced spatial controls (establishing grids, total station); (7) advanced site recording (photo modelling, site illustration); (8) legislation and ethical considerations relevant to the forensic archaeologist; (9) practical... -- Course Website
Instructor: Associate Professor Daniel Franklin
Prerequisites: enrolment in the Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science specialisation Forensic Anthropology or the Master of Forensic Science specialisation Forensic Anthropology or approval of unit coordinator
