Radiographic Investigation in Forensic Science

On successful completion of the module the student will be able to:

• Explain the fundamental principles of a wide range of imaging techniques
• Identify current ionizing radiation regulations and interpret them so as to be able to apply appropriate radiation protection measures when employing radiographic imaging techniques
• List and critically assess the advantages and disadvantages of different imaging techniques and their use in the recovery, analysis and identification of human remains and characterization of trauma and/or disease states
• List and critically analyze the advantages and disadvantages of imaging techniques and their use in the identification and characterization of components and component failure
• Practically apply appropriate imaging techniques for defined situations and interpret the results.