Surface Dispersal of Human Remains

The aims of this course: 

1. Provide an overview of the techniques used by Forensic Archaeologists and Anthropologists to record and recover dispersed surface remains.
2. Gain an understanding into the roles of Forensic Archaeologists and Anthropologists at a crime scene and how to use these forensic practitioners to their full potential.

Course Modules:

• An overview of the role of a Forensic Archaeologist and Anthropologist at a crime scene
• Introduction into human vs non-human bone identification
• Bone ID service session to explain how to photograph bones when submitting a request
• Digital and manual recording of dispersed surface remains, including GPS Survey
• Recovery techniques, including exhibiting and packaging evidence
• Introduction into taphonomy and methods of dispersal
• Practical mock scenario of dispersed surface remains – including locating dispersed remains, and recording techniques
• Awareness of other ecology evidence types involved within a surface dispersal of human remains investigation
• Case Studies