Abstract

This subject aims to develop investigative skills in line with the legal requirements of the NSW Police Force and the NSW criminal justice system. The subject introduces critical and logical thinking, crime scene processes, note-taking and develops statement preparation skills. The PEACE model for investigative interviewing of victims and witnesses … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

The STOPAR model of professional decision-making;The law as it applies to NSW police investigations;Basic level investigative functions applicable to the role of a General Duties Constable;The PEACE model of investigative interviewing of witnesses and victims of crime and statement taking;Management of crime scenes and evidence gathering; andIntelligence gathering and reporting … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to apply STOPAR as a critical thinking framework in policing scenarios;
2.
be able to explain the investigative process applicable to the NSW Police Force;
3.
be able to perform basic level investigative functions applicable to the role of a General Duties Constable;
4.
be able to explain the PEACE model of investigative interviewing relating to willing/cooperative participants at an introductory level;
5.
be able to perform basic crime scene processes and functions; and
6.
be able to explain the importance of information and intelligence gathering and dissemination in the policing environment.

Enrolment restrictions

Available only to students in the Associate Degree in Policing Practice.  

Learning resources

Additional resources required by students

Students will require internet access.