College:
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College SA |
| Course Type: |
Full Programme - National Certificate |
| Course: |
National Certificate Forensic Science: Forensic Biology & DNA |
Award type:
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National Certificate |
SAQA Programme ID:
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SAQA Programme 57651 |
| NQF Level: |
Currently NQF Level 5 |
| Certificate issued by: |
SAQA / SASSETA
The Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authoring |
What is Forensic Biology & DNA?
The National Certificate Forensic Science: Forensic Biology & DNA refers to all aspects related to knowledge and understanding of biological examinations in a forensic science environment
Why Should I Study Forensic Biology & DNA?
The National Certificate: Forensic Science: Forensic Biology & DNA is intended to provide fundamental knowledge of the probative value of forensic biological evidence that is collected, packaged and stored, and ultimately admissible to a court of law as evidence towards serving justice and to provide fundamental theoretical principles in physiology and molecular biology that form the basis of the techniques used in forensic biology examinations.
National Certificate Forensic Science: Forensic Biology & DNA: Course Structure
In order to complete The National Certificate Forensic Science: Forensic Biology & DNA students will have to complete the following Unit Standard based Skills Programmes:
- Tactics for Winning
- Handling Stress
- The Role of Forensic Science
- Ethical Considerations with Forensic Science
- Lab QMS, Safety, Temperature and Calibration
- Problems and Statistical Methods
- Biology & DNA
Forensic Science: Forensic Biology & DNA: Programme Outcomes
Tactics for Winning
- This is the first Module that all students have to complete once they have registered with College SA. This Module is designed to introduce Students to the College. In this Module, you will learn more about how Distance Learning Works and what the best ways are to study to prepare for assessments.
· US 15096 - Demonstrate an Understanding of Stress in order to Apply Strategies to Achieve optimal Stress Levels in Personal and Work Situations (5 credits)
· US 114589 - Manage Time Productively (4 credits)
· US 117637 - Demonstrate an Understanding of the Composition and Dynamics of a Creative Team (5 credits)
- The role of Forensic Science
· US 242712 - Demonstrate an Understanding of Forensic Science (3 credits)
· US 242708 - Demonstrate an Understanding of the Specialised Fields in Forensic Science (5 credits)
- US 253978 - Apply the Principles of Law of Evidence (8 credits)
- US 242707 - Assimilate and Present Specialised Evidence in a Court of Law (6 credits)
- US 120489 - Demonstrate Understanding of the Criminal Justice System (9 credits)
- Ethical considerations within Forensic Science
· US 242715 - Interpret Forensic Science Information (3 credits)
· US 115855 - Create and Maintain and Update Record Keeping Systems (5 credits)
· US 8648 - Demonstrate an Understanding of Professional Values and Ethics (4 credits)
· US 115790 - Write and Present for a Wide Range of Purposes, Audiences and Contexts (5 credits)
- Lab QMS, Safety, Temperature and Calibration
· US 242711 - Develop Elementary Calibration Systems for Reference Weights, Balances and Pipettes (7 credits)
· US 110464 - Monitor the Quality System in the Laboratory (8 credits)
· US 242716 - Demonstrate Knowledge of Temperature Calibration Measurements (3 credits)
· US 114863 - Implement Basic Safety Procedures in Emergencies (3 credits)
- Problems and Statistical Methods
· US 242706 - Analyse Problems (4 credits)
· US 242714 - Apply Elementary Statistical Methods (5 credits)
· US 119038 - Preserve Evidence on a Scene (3 credits)
· US 242710 - Demonstrate an understanding of the evidential value of forensic biology evidence (12 credits)
· US 242713 - Demonstrate an understanding of the field of forensic biology (6 credits)
· US 242709 - Explain the evidential value of forensic biology examinations (12 credits)
· US 120485 - Receive and Attend to Complaints (5 credits)
Course Duration
The National Certificate Forensic Science: Forensic Biology & DNA will take you between 12 and 24 months to complete
Entrance Requirements
To enrol for this qualification it is advisable to have passed Grade 12 or an NQF Level 4 Equivalent with the following subjects:
- Mathematics at NQF level 4.
- Communication at NQF level 4.
- Physical science at NQF level 4.
It is important to note that learners without a clear understanding of Mathematics and Science might find it difficult to successfully complete this qualification.
Learners with certain physical disabilities, such as colour blindness, may not be able to successfully complete this qualification. This is due to the fact that some of the forensic science techniques that learners will have to master require that the learner be able to make distinction between different colours.
Assessment and Award
Once you have completed and were found competent in the outcomes of the prescribed assignments, SASSETA will also award you with a statement of results for the unit standards you have completed. Your details will be loaded onto the National Learner Record Database (NLRD).
Strategic Investigations and Seminars – More about Them
Strategic Investigations and Seminars (SIS) is a specialist training provider that offers a wide range of training solutions in the fields of Forensic Investigation and Forensic Science. SIS have a vision to reach out into Africa, equipping individuals with quality and practical skills in the field of Forensic Investigative Science.
Strategic Investigations and Seminars (SIS) is registered and accredited as a service provider with the Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authoring (SASSETA) – ID 081 985 269 877.
Is this the Right Field of Study for YOU?
Do this short questionnaire to find out if this is the right field of study for YOU. Answer either ‘Yes’ or ‘No’.
- Are you interested in becoming a member of any of the Police services?
- Are you currently a member of any of the Police services?
- Do you wish to register for a course that will give you skills in analysing Forensic Biology evidence?
- Does the field of Forensic Biology & DNA interest you?
- Would you like to learn more about DNA?
- Would you like to become acquainted with the processes of how to explain the elementary physiological characteristics of blood which are used in forensic biological examinations?
- Would you like to understand the physiological characteristics of semen used in forensic biological examinations?
- Would you like to learn more about the field of fingerprinting and touch DNA?
- Are you interested in Forensic Science as field of study?
- Are you interested in studying a course with a College that will provide you with support every step of the way?
If you answered YES to more than four of these questions, then this is the right field of study for YOU. We recommend that you register for the National Certificate Forensic Science: Forensic Biology & DNA right away!
Interested? Want to find out MORE?
If you would like to find out more about the National Certificate Forensic Science: Forensic Biology & DNA please fill in the short Form and one of our friendly Student Registrars will respond to your questions and provide you with all the information that you need.
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