•     Forensic Analysis TX00BU25-3004 28.10.2019-20.12.2019  10 credits  (TXS17S1) +-
    Learning outcomes of the course
    The student can use and develop different chemical and biological analysis techniques used in forensic analysis.
    Prerequisites and co-requisites
    Gene Technique
    Chromatography
    Spectrometry
    Organic Chemistry and Analytics
    Synthesis Project
    Course contents
    1. Techniques of molecular biology: design and optimization of PCR reaction, real time PCR, sequencing and electrophoretic methods, chip technology.
    2. Immunotechnique: ELISA, immunoblot
    3. Applications of instrumental methods (GC-MS, LC-MS, CE and X-ray techniques) used in forensic analysis, e.g. explosives, drugs and fire debris.
    4. Microscopy: structure of equipment, function and applications (optical and electron microscopy), preparation of different microscopy samples and analysis of microscopy images and other visual results from laboratory analysis.
    Assessment criteria
    Satisfactory
    The student is able to:
    - apply professional knowledge in the field appropriately
    - find information and argue for the use of his/her sources
    - show that s/he has achieved the targets for core competence
    - find out the safety instructions concerning work assignments and to in accordance with them
    Good
    The student is able to:
    - use concepts and knowledge in his field fluently and comprehensively
    - assess and use information sources and research information with a critical eye
    - operate in a range of work situations, also in international contexts
    - act responsibly in work duties, taking safety issues into consideration
    Excellent
    The student is able to:
    - use theoretical and professional concepts and knowledge like an expert and combine them into larger entities
    - apply professional expertise
    - take responsibility for a professional process
    in its entirety
    - be goal-oriented and to develop himself/herself and the project group
    Further information
    The module can be arranged partly or completely in English.
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Mia Ruismäki

    Mode of delivery

    Face-to-face

    Recommended or required reading

    Jackson & Jackson (2017): Forensic Science. Pearson.

    Planned learning activities and teaching methods

    Lectures and lab exercises

    Assessment methods and criteria

    Lab reports, learning diaries and assignments

    Language of instruction

    English

    Timing

    28.10.2019 - 20.12.2019

    Enrollment date

    02.05.2019 - 31.05.2019

    Group(s)
    • TXS17S1
    Seats

    0 - 40

    Unit, in charge

    School of Smart and Clean Solutions

    Teacher(s)

    Mia Ruismäki, Jarmo Palm, Tiina Soininen, Miika Kuivikko, Opettaja Laboratorioanalytiikka

    Degree Programme

    Laboratory Sciences

    Unit location

    Leiritie 1

    Evaluation scale

    0-5

    Completion alternatives

    -

    Work placement(s)

    Guest lectures from various research institutes

    Exam schedule

    No final exam if all the assignments and reports are passed. The course is assessed based on lab reports, learning diaries and assignments.

    International connections

    Guest lectures and instructors from international parner universities

    Students use of time and load

    Weekly lab exercises and assignments