Amity University Noida Msc Forensic Science

What are the eligibility conditions required to fulfill to take admission in M.Sc Forensic Science course offered at Amity University Noida ?

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Amity University Noida offers M.Sc Forensic Science course to meet the industry’s growing demand for personnel with expertise in forensic science.

It includes, Forensic Anthropolgy & Odontology, Forensic toxicological analysis, Forensic biology & serology ,Forensic ballistics, questioned documents, forensic photography & finger print analysis.

Duration of the course: Two years

Eligibility

Applicants must have done their graduation in B.Sc. in Chem / Bio / Phy / Biochem / Microbio / Biotech, MBBS or BDS (min 60% marks )

Careers Prospects:

Applicants can find jobs in many organisations, such as State and Central Forensic Science Laboratories, Customs, Detective and Security Agencies,Food toxicology testing centers, Private forensic Science laboratories,CBI, Police, teaching and research institutions, pollution testing centres etc.

Amity University M.Sc Forensic Science course structure
CRIMINOLOGY, CRIMINAL LAW, POLICE ADMINISTRATION
Course Contents:
Module I: Introduction to Criminology
Criminology –Definition Nature and Scope. Criminal Action and Criminal Behavior,
School of Criminology-Classical School and Positive School, Introduction of Victimology. Causes of crime.
Social, Economic, Psychological, Political, Culture, and Geographical and their prevention. Juvenile
Delinquency. Role of the Correctional Institutions
Module II: Crime Typologies and Theories of Criminology
White collar crime, Organized crime, Terrorism, Theory of Criminology-Differential Association Theory, Self
Concept and Containment theory, Labelling theory, Barrier Theory. Sexual Offences- Prostitution and Abortion,
Rape, Sexual Abuse of Child.
Module III: Criminal Law
Criminal Law-Definition Scope and development, sections of I.P.C, Cr.PC, and Law of Evidences, Criminal
Justice System in India-structural and functional process.
Module IV: Nature and Type of Offences Structural and Prosecution
Offences: Criminal Offences, Nature and types, Prosecution: Structure and Authority, Framing of Charges,
Collection of Evidence and witnesses, Courts: Structure and types- criminal courts, Juvenile Courts, Family
Courts, ‘Lok Adalat’ and Human Right Courts
Module V: History of development of Police Administration
History of development of Police Administration, Police duties, Responsibilities and Powers, Organization and
Structure of Police in India including Organization of a Police Station. Beat Constable and its role in crime
prevention and detection work. Maintenance of Crime Records and Statistics, Discipline and control in Police.
Module VI: Police Investigation and Police Functionary System
Police and Maintenance of Law and order, Corruption and abuse of authority in Police, Police Investigation,
police Act, Police-Community Relationship, and Accountability of Police to Law, People and Society, Custodial
Death, Police and Human Right.
Examination Scheme:
Components H A CT EE1
Weightage (%) 10 5 15 70
Text & References:
• Ahmad Siddique: Criminology Problems & perspectives.
• Rama Ahuja: Social Problems in India.
• Batuk Lal: Law of Evidence
• Rao, S. Venugopal: Police Administration.
• Nath, Trilok: Indian Police.
• Mishra. S.C. : Police Administration in India
• Government of India, Ministry of Home Affairs: Reports of National Police Commission
• Sutherland and Cassey: Criminology
CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION (CSI)
Course Objective:
This course would introduce the students to Forensic Science and its role in the investigative system. The
students would be appraised about the crime scene management using which they would gain excellent
knowledge regarding the handling of different physical evidences found at the crime scene, their properties and
the various investigative techniques used in processing the crime scene.
Course Contents:
Module I: Crime Scene Management
Definition and causation of crime, Types of crime scene, Crime scene survey, protection of crime scene,
searching of physical evidences, Recording, documentation and presentation in the court, processing and
reconstruction of the crime scene
Module II: Physical Evidences
Definition, types (testimonial and real evidence), admissibility of scientific evidence and importance of physical
evidences, Collection, preservation, packing and forwarding of different types of evidences to the laboratories.
Module III: Blood splatter analysis
Blood stain pattern analysis, Blood physics, dynamics of blood spattering, Hemodynamics and Blood as a
medium, Impact spatter blood stains, Motion and directionality, Point of convergence and point of origin,
Characteristic blood patterns. Preservation of blood evidence, procedures and precautions thereof.
Module IV: Investigation and interrogation
Law related to interrogation, interviewing of the criminals; methods used by the police in getting information
from the criminal; the ethical issues related to the same.
Module V: Investigative Techniques
Criminal profiling, portrait parley, polygraphy, narcoanalysis, brain fingerprinting.
Module VI: Examination in the court
Expert Testimony: The role of the expert-witness; acceptance of evidence in the court; mental disorder and
acceptance of evidence in court; child witness in the court. Direct examination and cross – examination of
prosecution lawyer and defence lawyer.
Examination Scheme:
Components H A CT EE1
Weightage (%) 10 5 15 70
Text & References:
• Bodziak, W., Footwear Impression Evidence (2nd Edn.) CRC Press, Boca Raton, Florida, 2000.
• DeForest, P., Gaensslen, R., and Lee, H., Forensic Science - An Introduction to Criminilastics, McGraw
Hill, New York, 1983.
• Fisher, B., Techniques of Crime Scene Investigation (6th Edn.) CRC Press, Boca Raton, Florida, 2000.
• James, S., and Eskerc, W., Interpretation of Blood Stain Evidence at Crime Scenes, (2nd Edn) CRC Press,
Boca Raton, Florida, 1999.
• James, S.H., and Nordby, J.J., (Eds), Forensic Science; An Introduction to Scientific and Investigative
Techniques, CRC Press, London, 2003.
FORENSIC PHYSICS
Course Objective:
On completion of this course, the students would be able to study the characteristics and properties of different
evidences like glass, soil, paint, tool marks, hair and fiber which are normally encountered at the scene of crime.
They would also be able to study the various methods by which these substances can be examined in the
laboratory.
Course Contents:
Module I: Glass
Types of glass and their composition, Forensic examination of glass fractures under different conditions,
determination of direction of impact: cone – fracture, rib marks, hackle marks, backward fragmentation, colour
and fluorescence, physical matching, density comparison, physical measurements, refractive index by
refractometer, elemental analysis, interpretation of glass evidence.
Module II: Soil
Formation and types of soil, composition and colour of soil, particle size distribution, turbidity test, microscopic
examination, density gradient analysis, ignition loss, elemental analysis, interpretation of soil evidence,
Discussion on important case studies of glass & soil.
Module III: Paint
Types of paint and their composition, macroscopic and microscopic studies, pigment distribution, microchemical
analysis- solubility test, pyrolysis chromatographic techniques, TLC, colorimetry, IR spectroscopy and
X-ray diffraction, elemental analysis, interpretation of paint evidence.
Module IV: Tool marks
Types of tool marks: compression marks, striated marks, combination of compression and striated marks,
repeated marks, class characteristics and individual characteristics, tracing and lifting of marks, Photographic
examination of tool marks and cut marks on clothes and walls etc.
Module V: Restoration of erased / obliterated marks:
Method of making-cast, punch, engrave; methods of obliteration, method of restoration- etching (etchings for
different metals), magnetic, electrolytic etc., recording of restored marks – restoration of marks on wood,
leather, polymer etc.
Module VI: Fiber
Types of fibres – forensic aspects of fibre examination – fluorescent, optical properties, refractive index,
birefringence, dye analysis etc identification and comparison of man-made and natural fibre.
Examination Scheme:
Components H A CT EE1
Weightage (%) 10 5 15 70
Text & References:
• B. Caddy, Forensic Examination of glass and paints analysis and interpretation, ISBN 078405749 2001.
• Bengold and Nelson Morgan, Speech and Audio Signal Processing, John Wiley and Sons, USA, 1999.
• Bengold and Nelson Morgan,, Speech and Audio signal processing, John Wiley and sons, USA, 1999.
• C.E. O ‘Hara and J.W. Osterburg, An Introduction to Criminalistic, Indiana University Press, Blomington,
1972.
• Denis Shaw, Physics in the Prevention and Detection of Crime, Contem Phys. Vol.17, 1976.
• F.W. Sears, M.W Zemansky, and H.D. Young, University Physics, Sixth Ed., Narosa, 1995.
• Jenkins and White, Fundamentals of Optics, Mc Graw Hill, Fourth Ed, 1976.
• Nickolls, L.C., Scientific Investigation of Crime, Bulterwest, London, 1956.
• Philip Rose, Forensic Speaker Identification, Taylor and Francis Forensic Science Series, London 2001.
• R. Saferstein, Forensic Science Handbook, Vols. I, II, (Ed), Prentice Hall, Eaglewood Cliffs, NJ; 1988.
• Raymond C Murray and John C.F Tendrew, Forensic Geology, Prentice Hall, New Jersey, 1991.
• Working Procedure Manual: Physics BPR&D Publication, 2000.
• Tewari, R. K., Sastry, P.K and Ravi Kumar, K. V. Computer Crime & Computer Forensics select publisher,
New Delhi. (2003)
• V. D. Dudeja: Cyber crimes & Law Vol. 2; Common wealth Pub. (2002)
• Willard Merritt, Dean & settle; Instrumental Methods of Analysis, CBS Publishers & Distributors, 7th Edn.
New Delhi, (1986)
CYBER FORENSICS AND COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
Course Objective:
On completion of this course the students would be able to understand the fundamentals of computer, the
various storage devices, the concepts of Operating Systems and to use Windows System. After acquiring this
basic knowledge, the students will gain a good knowledge regarding the various ways in which Cyber crimes
are committed, their investigation and the tools that are used for the analysis.
Course Contents:
Module I: Computer Fundamentals - I
Computer characteristics and classifications
Concept of Computer Hardware
Concept of Computer Software
Module II: Computer Fundamentals - II
Fundamentals of programming languages
Concept of Algorithm and Flow Chart
Networking and Internet Concepts
Module III: Data Storage Fundamentals
Data Storage Devices
Storage Fundamentals (Sector, Cluster, FAT, etc)
File System Concepts
Data Storage and Recovery
Basics of Operating System Software
Module IV: Pattern Recognition & Biometrics
Pattern Recognition & Biometrics – Face, Iris & retinal imaging, Speech recognition, finger for palm print, gait
pattern, signatures, Pattern comparison, Computer simulation, Image processing – Image capturing, Image
restoration & enhancement. Image editing, Compression Technique – Proactive Forensic science.
Module V: Cyber Crimes
Cyber Crimes – definition, IT laws – Introduction, internet, hacking, virus, obscenity, pornography, programme
manipulation, software piracy, intellectual property and computer security etc, Encryption and Decryption
methods.
Module VI: Search and seizures of evidence
Investigation of cyber crimes and tools for analysis
Examination Scheme:
Components H A CT EE1
Weightage (%) 10 5 15 70
Text & References:
• James, S.H. and Nordby, J.J. Eds., Forensic Science An Introduction to Scientific and Investigative
Techniques, CRC Press, London, 2003.
• Leshin, C.B., Internet Investigation in Criminalistics, Prentice Hall, New Jersey, 1997.
• Tessarolo, A.A. and Marignani, A., Forenisc Science and the Internet. The Canadian Society of Forensic
Science Journal, Vol. 29, 1996.
• Bernad Jahne: Digital Image processing, Springer Verlag (1993)
GENERAL FORENSIC SCIENCE
Course Objective:
This course would introduce the students to Forensic Science and its role in the investigative system. The
students would be appraised about the functions and principles of Forensic Science, its historical development
and the different types of evidences encountered in the field of Forensic Science. They would also acquire
knowledge regarding functions and services provided by the Forensic Laboratories and the important areas of
specialization.
Course Contents:
Module I: Introduction to Forensic Science
Introduction, History, and development of Forensic Science, Basic principles and significance, Utilization of
Forensic Science at the crime scene and in the court, Role, qualities and importance of an Investigating Officer
and a Forensic Scientist at the scene of crime.
Module II: Quality Management (ISO/IEC 17025)
Organizational structure of Forensic Science Laboratories, Various sections and functions of Forensic Science
Laboratory. General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories – Introduction,
Scope, Management requirements: Organization, Quality System, Document Control, Review of requests,
Tenders and contracts, Subcontracting of tests and calibration, Purchasing services and supplies, Service to the
clients, Complaints, Corrective and preventive actions, Control of records, Internal Audits.
Module III: Toxicology
Definition, dosage, administration of poisons, Classification of poisons, action of poisons & factors modifying
its action The role of drug recognition expert, Drugs of Abuse, Signs and symptoms of addiction, Interpreting
drug findings, Role of toxicologists, Significance of toxicological findings, Functions and roles of toxicologists
in a forensic science lab; Techniques used in toxicology.
Module IV: Forensic Biology & Serology
Definition & Scope of Forensic Biology & Serology, Nature & Type of Biological evidences (Both animal &
plant origin), various body fluids, their composition & Forensic Importance: Blood, Semen, Saliva, Urine, milk
etc. Types of blood groups, Introduction to DNA profiling.
Module V: Forensic Ballistics
Introduction to Firearm and its parts, ammunition, types of ammunition, various components of ammunitions,
firing mechanism, introduction to the branches of ballistics, forensic identification of firearms.
Module VI: Questioned Document & Fingerprints
Introduction to Forensic document examination, handwriting identification, identification of fraudulent and
altered documents. Fingerprint, general classification, ridge characteristics and comparison.
Examination Scheme:
Components H A CT EE1
Weightage (%) 10 5 15 70
Text & References:
• Bodziak, W., Footwear Impression Evidence (2nd Edn.) CRC Press, Boca Raton, Florida, 2000.
• DeForest, P., Gaensslen, R., and Lee, H., Forensic Science; An Introduction to Criminalitics, McGraw Hill,
New York, 1983.
• Fisher, B., Techniques of Crime Scene Investigation (6th Edn.) CRC Press, Boca Raton, Florida, 2000.
• James, S. H. And Nordby, J. J. (Eds), Forensic Science - An Introduction to Scientific and Investigative
Techniques, CRC Press, London, 2003.
• James, S., and Eskerc, W., Interpretation of Blood Stain Evidence at Crime Scenes, (2nd Edn) CRC Press,
Boca Raton, Florida, 1999.
• Saferstein, Richard, Criminalistics, An Introduction to Forensic Science, 6th Ed. Prentice-Hall, New Jersey,
1998.
• Sharma, B. R., Forensic Science in Criminal Investigation and Trials (3rd Edn) Universal Law Publishing
Co. Ltd. New Delhi, 2001.
• Cummins, H. and Midlo, C.: Fingerprints, Palms and Soles.
• Bridges, B.C.: Practical Fingerprinting
• Holt, S.B.: Genetics of Dermal Ridges
COMMUNICATION SKILLS – I
Course Objective:
The Course is designed to give an overview of the four broad categories of English Communication thereby
enhance the learners’ communicative competence.
Course Contents:
Module I: Listening Skills
Effective Listening: Principles and Barriers
Listening Comprehension on International Standards
Module II: Speaking Skills
Pronunciation and Accent
Reading excerpts from news dailies & magazines
Narrating Incident; Story telling.
Extempore & Role Plays
Module III: Reading Skills
Vocabulary: Synonyms, antonyms, diminutives, homonyms, homophones
Idioms & phrases
Foreign words in English
Module IV: Writing Skills
Writing Paragraphs
Précis Writing
Letter writing
Coherence and structure
Essay writing
Module V: Activities
News reading
Picture reading
Movie magic
Announcements
Examination Scheme:
Components CT1 CT2 CAF V GD GP A
Weightage (%) 20 20 25 10 10 10 5
CAF – Communication Assessment File
GD – Group Discussion
GP – Group Presentation
Text & References:
• Working in English, Jones, Cambridge
• Business Communication, Raman –Prakash, Oxford
• Speaking Personally, Porter-Ladousse, Cambridge
• Speaking Effectively, Jermy Comfort, et.al, Cambridge


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