Course Information


Course Information
Course Title Code Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
FORENSIC ANALYSIS OF FIRE DEBRIS RESIDUES ATO5602016 2 + 2 3.0 7.0

Prerequisites None

Language of Instruction Turkish
Course Level Graduate Degree
Course Type Compulsory
Mode of delivery
Course Coordinator
Instructors Kenan Can TOK
Assistants
Goals The aim of the course 'Forensic Analysis of Fire Debris' is to teach students how to conduct forensic analysis of debris left after fires and to understand how these analyses are used in fire-related crime scene investigations. This course will enable students to identify changes caused by fire and explosion incidents, apply examination techniques, and evaluate evidence obtained from fire debris in forensic laboratory settings.
Course Content This course covers a broad spectrum, ranging from how debris is collected and preserved after fires and explosions, to the application of physical and chemical analysis techniques, and the evaluation of biological and genetic materials in fire debris. Additionally, it focuses on developing expertise in forensic reporting processes and expert witness skills for courtroom proceedings. Case studies are used to support theoretical knowledge with practical applications, and discussing current trends and future directions is also an integral part of the course.
Learning Outcomes 1) Learns fire and explosion dynamics.
2) Learns crime scene investigation and protection techniques after fire.
3) Learns physical, chemical and biological analysis methods used in the analysis of fire residues.
4) Develops forensic reporting and expert witness skills.

Weekly Topics (Content)
Week Topics Teaching and Learning Methods and Techniques Study Materials
1. Week Introduction and Basic Concepts Lecture; Question Answer; Discussion
Brainstorming; Opinion Pool
Scenario Based Learning; Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
2. Week Investigation of Fire and Explosion Incidents I Lecture; Question Answer; Discussion
Brainstorming; Opinion Pool
Scenario Based Learning; Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
3. Week Investigation of Fire and Explosion Incidents II Lecture; Question Answer; Discussion
Brainstorming; Opinion Pool
Scenario Based Learning; Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
4. Week Fire Debris Collection and Protection Lecture; Question Answer; Discussion
Brainstorming; Opinion Pool
Scenario Based Learning; Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
5. Week Physical Analysis of Fire Debris I Lecture; Question Answer; Discussion
Brainstorming; Opinion Pool
Scenario Based Learning; Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
6. Week Physical Analysis of Fire Debris II Lecture; Question Answer; Discussion
Brainstorming; Opinion Pool
Scenario Based Learning; Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
7. Week Chemical Analysis Methods I Lecture; Question Answer; Discussion
Brainstorming; Opinion Pool
Scenario Based Learning; Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
8. Week Chemical Analysis Methods II Lecture; Question Answer; Discussion
Brainstorming; Opinion Pool
Scenario Based Learning; Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
9. Week Biological and Genetic Analyses in Fire Debris I Lecture; Question Answer; Discussion
Brainstorming; Opinion Pool
Scenario Based Learning; Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
10. Week Biological and Genetic Analyses in Fire Debris II Lecture; Question Answer; Discussion
Brainstorming; Opinion Pool
Scenario Based Learning; Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
11. Week Forensic Reporting and Court Process Lecture; Question Answer; Discussion
Brainstorming; Opinion Pool
Problem Based Learning; Scenario Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
12. Week Case Study I Lecture; Question Answer; Discussion
Brainstorming; Opinion Pool
Problem Based Learning; Scenario Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
13. Week Case Study II Lecture; Question Answer; Discussion
Brainstorming; Opinion Pool
Problem Based Learning; Scenario Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
14. Week Current Trends and Future Directions Lecture; Question Answer; Discussion
Brainstorming; Opinion Pool
Problem Based Learning; Scenario Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)

Sources Used in This Course
Recommended Sources
Kenyon Evans-Nguyen, Katherine Hutches. Forensic Analysis of Fire Debris and Explosives. (2019). Almanya: Springer International Publishing.
Lentini, J. J. (2018). Scientific Protocols for Fire Investigation. Birleşik Krallık: CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group.
Max M Houck (2016). Materials Analysis in Forensic Science. Amerika Birleşik Devletleri: Elsevier Science.
Noon, R. (2017). Engineering Analysis of Fires and Explosions. Amerika Birleşik Devletleri: Taylor & Francis.

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ECTS credits and course workload
Event Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration (Total weeks*Hours per week) 14 3
Work Hour outside Classroom (Preparation, strengthening) 14 4
Homework 14 1
Project (Including Preparation and presentation Time) 1 14
Practice (Teaching Practice, Music/Musical Instrument Practice , Statistics, Laboratory, Field Work, Clinic and Polyclinic Practice) 14 2
Midterm Exam 1 1
Time to prepare for Midterm Exam 14 1
Final Exam 1 1
Time to prepare for Final Exam 14 2
Total Workload
Total Workload / 30 (s)
ECTS Credit of the Course
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Course Information
  • Course Information
  • Weekly Topics (Content)
  • Sources Used in This Course
  • Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
  • ECTS credits and course workload