Summative Assessment:
Assessment Criteria (Learning outcome 1 – 3) will consist of the following:

1) 3 x Individually produced pieces of digital evidence taken from RAW digital material, (Video, Audio & Still Image) created during practical sessions (0%)
2) Individual oral 10 minute Presentation describing new techniques and/or technologies within the forensics and policing discipline, this will involve 1:1 presentation with the aid of visuals (50%)
3) 1000 Word report detailing methodologies and processes including relevant research and references identifying future trends for technical and multimedia applications within policing and investigation, including potential benefits and limitations. (50%)

Students will be provided with formative assessment and feedback via:

Comments made on their work during practical sessions
Exercises will be set through the online facility on Blackboard in order to facilitate regular formative contact with the students.

Content taught through mixture of Blackboard VLE activities, lectures and practical classes.
This module will develop your depth of understanding in a variety of techniques and concepts including many aspects of acquiring, processing, enhancement, manipulation and presentation of a wide variety of common digital evidence platforms; Imaging, Image processing, Video, Audio, Forensic graphics 2D and 3D.
Introduction to national guidelines for dealing with forensic evidence including issues around authenticity and integrity.
Topics taught will include an introduction and discussion around current, new and emerging technologies, multimedia and software that currently exist within the forensic industry for the purpose of investigative functions.
Horizon scanning of the latest technological advancement in forensic technology and multimedia
Practical elements will include using software for hands on experience of processing and preparation of digital evidence for investigation and presentation in courts. VIDEO EVIDENCE, AUDIO EVIDENCE, FORENSIC GRAPHICS, PHOTOGRAPHIC AND CGi.

40 hours made up of tutor led lecture/tutorial/problem solving and practical classes will be used to deliver the core material.
110 hours of independent study will be used to research background information, complete practical tutorials related to the delivery of the core material, to work on assignments and engage in informal teamwork.

Module handbook, standard lecture room facilities, appropriate laboratory facilities, access to library and to computers with
Blackboard VLE
Adobe Software Packages Including:
Adobe Photoshop (image enhancement), Adobe Premiere (video enhancement), Adobe Audition (Audio Enhancement)

None

The Image Processing Cookbook, 2nd Edition, Russ JC, 2011
Forensic Image Processing, Borengasser M, 2014
Image Processing and Analysis, Geradts Z, 2013
Practical Forensic Digital Imaging Applications and Techniques Jones P, 2011

Content taught through mixture of Blackboard VLE activities, lectures and practical classes.
This module will develop your depth of understanding in a variety of techniques and concepts including many aspects of acquiring, processing, enhancement, manipulation and presentation of a wide variety of common digital evidence platforms; Imaging, Image processing, Video, Audio, Forensic graphics 2D and 3D.
Introduction to national guidelines for dealing with forensic evidence including issues around authenticity and integrity.
Topics taught will include an introduction and discussion around current, new and emerging technologies, multimedia and software that currently exist within the forensic industry for the purpose of investigative functions.
Horizon scanning of the latest technological advancement in forensic technology and multimedia
Practical elements will include using software for hands on experience of processing and preparation of digital evidence for investigation and presentation in courts. VIDEO EVIDENCE, AUDIO EVIDENCE, FORENSIC GRAPHICS, PHOTOGRAPHIC AND CGi.