- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course is intended to develop advanced research and analytical skills. It will focus on the theory of inquiry; the logic, reality, and structure of investigative enquiry; and data analysis, methodologies of measurement models, and reporting of results. Emphasis will be placed on data-gathering and statistical techniques. You will be introduced to multivariate statistical analysis techniques, using SPSS for application in the law enforcement and forensics fields. Various models of measurement, including quantitative, qualitative and data-mining techniques with hands on data sets, will be covered. Groups will be required to prepare a mini research project using all the statistical applications covered in class.
Prerequisite(s)
- Admission to a Forensic credential program or permission of the Program Coordinator.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$805.91
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, the student will be able to:
- Explain the strengths and limitations of applied investigative research and research methodologies
- Examine the significance of conceptualization and measurement models and analysis
- Identify the differences between qualitative and quantitative research, and assess the suitability of each type of research for different applications
- Identify the methodological issues when using public safety data
- Articulate research findings in the law enforcement context
- Apply statistical crime research methods and advanced data analysis techniques using SPSS and predictive analytics
- Identify a suitable research topic to be explored in the capstone research course work
Effective as of Fall 2012
Related Programs
Research Methodology and Measurement Models (FSCT 7910) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Combined Honours in Biochemistry and Forensic Science
Bachelor of Science Full-time
- Forensic Investigation (Crime and Intelligence Analysis Option)
Bachelor of Technology Part-time
- Forensic Investigation (Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity Option)
Bachelor of Technology Full-time/Part-time
- Forensic Investigation (Forensic Science Option)
Bachelor of Technology Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below are two offerings of FSCT 7910 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 39361
Dates
Fri Sep 06 - Fri Nov 29
- 13 weeks
- CRN 39361
- Domestic fees $805.91
Status
Cancelled
This course offering has been cancelled. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 06 - Nov 29 | Fri | 08:30 - 12:30 | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course offering will be scheduled online for the 202430 fall term. For details on the textbook and course material required, please check: www.bcitbookstore.ca/distance/buy_main.asp? (BCIT FALL 2024 TERM... DE - FSCT). Students who have been accepted into a Forensics program where this course is a part of the matrix may register without any further approvals. Students who are not currently accepted in a Forensics program or, if this course is NOT part of your program matrix, please contact the Program Assistants for departmental approval at BCIT_Forensics@bcit.ca.
CRN 41928
Dates
Sat Sep 07 - Sat Dec 07
- 13 weeks
- CRN 41928
- Domestic fees $805.91
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 07 - Dec 07 | Sat | 14:00 - 17:30 | Online |
Instructor
Joe Ilsever
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course offering will be delivered online for the 2024 Fall term. No classes on Oct 12, 2024 (Thanksgiving weekend). For details on the textbook and course material required, please check: www.bcitbookstore.ca/bcit/buy_textbooks.asp (BCIT-FALL 2024 TERM / DE – FSCT / 7910 / NET-ILSEVER). Book bundle should be available for purchase by end of August 2024. Students who have been accepted into a Forensics program where this course is a part of the matrix may register without any further approvals. Students who are not currently accepted in a Forensics program or, if this course is NOT part of your program matrix, please contact the Program Assistants for departmental approval at BCIT_Forensics@bcit.ca.
Winter 2025
Below is one offering of FSCT 7910 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 82221
Dates
Sat Jan 18 - Sat Apr 12
- 12 weeks
- CRN 82221
- Domestic fees $805.91
Status
Cancelled
This course offering has been cancelled. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 18 - Apr 12 | Sat | 14:00 - 17:45 | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course will be taught ONLINE and consists of recorded live sessions on MS TEAMS every Saturday from 2:00pm – 5:45pm (1400-1745). No Classes Feb 15th due to Family Day Long Weekend. Attendance will not be mandatory, although strongly encouraged by the instructor. There will be pre-recorded materials that will be released each week with various due dates of assignments noted throughout. Your instructor will email you before the start of this course with further details. As well, all the lecture notes, SPSS data sets, research examples will be posted on D2L under "course content". The instructor will hold LIVE SPSS LAB Sessions every week, after each lecture on MS TEAMS for students to follow and replicate SPSS data analysis and date INTERPRETATION of all key analytic, research findings. For details on the required textbook material, please check: www.bcitbookstore.ca/bcit/buy_textbooks.asp? (DE-FSCT) for more details. Students who have been accepted into a Forensics program where this course is a part of the matrix may register without any further approvals. Students who are not currently accepted in a Forensics program or, if this course is NOT part of your program matrix, please contact the Program Assistants for departmental approval at BCIT_Forensics@bcit.ca.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.