Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
This course aims to provide the scientific knowledge and practical skills required by people working, or intending to work, in areas related to the forensic science industry. Successful completion of the course may allow Pathways to one of Swinburne’s diploma courses.
Units of Study:
PUAFOR003A Detect, record and collect physical evidence PUALAW001A Protect and preserve incident scene PUAOHSHS001B Follow defined occupational health and safety policies and procedures VBN986 Work within a legal and ethical framework within the Public Safety industry PMLDATA300A Process and record data PMLTEST301A Perform biological laboratory procedures PMLDATA500A Analyse data and report results PMLTEST402A Prepare, standardise and use solutions CUF1MA01A Produce and manipulate digital images CUVPH104A Apply photo-imaging lighting techniques CUVVSP11A Apply techniques to produce digital images CUVPH105A Use a 35 mm DLF camera or digital equivalent PUATEA004B Work effectively in a public safety organisation BSBCMN405A Analyse and present research information ICAITU006B Operate computing packages
Career Opportunities:
Entry level employment in the forensic science industry.
Entry Requirements:
Satisfactory completion of an appropriate Victorian Year 12 or mature age. Applicants may have to attend an interview. Applicants should be able to demonstrate the following competencies on entry to the course: Communications skills: read, write, and discuss familiar information in English. Mathematical skills: solve straight forward vocational mathematical problems using fractions, decimals, ratios, proportions, percentages, areas, volumes, simple algebraic equations, and straight line graphs.
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be granted 'credit' and/or entry to the course with 'advanced standing'. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Pathways (articulation):
An advanced credit transfer system, known as the Pathways program, is in place at Swinburne. Through Pathways, students with one or more of a wide range of post-secondary qualifications (both local and international) can gain entry into a course with advanced standing. Certain subject requirements must be met and an acceptable standard of results achieved in order to gain admission and for maximum credit to be granted. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Recognition of Prior Learning:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Further details for students considering TAFE courses can be found on the RPL website.
Course Fees:
TAFE course fees are set by the government, and from 1 January 2008 the fees payable by students enrolled in the TAFE division may be made up of the following: Tuition fee ($1.37 per student contact hour) Amenities fee Materials charges (where applicable) Ancillary fee (where applicable) Concession fees apply for health care card holders. For full details on TAFE fees, visit the student fees website.
TAFE course fees are set by the government, and from 1 January 2008 the fees payable by students enrolled in the TAFE division may be made up of the following:
Concession fees apply for health care card holders.
For full details on TAFE fees, visit the student fees website.
Application Procedure:
Full-time applications must be made through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC). VTAC code: 77861 (full-time) For further information, visit the VTAC website at: http://www.vtac.edu.au Applicants who wish to study part-time should contact the Department of Public Safety & Sciences on (03) 9214 5161 or email: tafepubsafety@swin.edu.au to obtain an application form. Supplementary Application forms for mature aged students can be obtained from the Department of Public Safety & Sciences on telephone (03) 9214 5161. The form must be returned to the Department at PO Box 218 Mail H49 Hawthorn VIC 3122
Information Sessions:
2008 Open Day Sunday 17 August 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Only at Hawthorn, Lilydale and Prahran campuses. For more information, visit www.swinburne.edu.au/openday
2008 Open Day
Sunday 17 August
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Only at Hawthorn, Lilydale and Prahran campuses.
For more information, visit www.swinburne.edu.au/openday
Further information:
Submit an Online Enquiry Tel: 1300 368 777 Email: study@swinburne.edu.au TAFE School of Arts, Hospitality & Sciences website
