Run by School of History, Law and Social Sciences

10.000 Credits or 5.000 ECTS Credits

Semester 1 & 2

In this module students will be introduced to various forms of e crime and approaches to digital policing. E crime is a complex and developing area of criminal activity which poses several challenges in terms of policing and prevention. Through the internet and computer technology a variety of conventional forms of offending can be enhanced to improve the concealment of offenders and expand the pool of potential victims. This is coupled with a range of new offending behaviours which target individuals and businesses. Through examination of case examples of ecrime syndicates these threats will be discussed. Students will be educated on how to request information from service providers and learn about the work of specialists in digital policing.

The module is divided into two key areas:- examining ecrime and the policing of ecrime. In the first part of the module the different forms of ecrime will be examined. This will be followed a session on the procedures and processes associated with digital policing.

Rhestr Darlithoedd / Class List :

Session Workshop 1 Ecrime in North Wales

2 Procedures and processes associated with digital policing

In addition to the classes provided distance learning based material (this will include Panopto recordings, video resources and web based learning resources) will be provided via blackboard to supplement students learning. Students will be expected to access these resources following workshops in order to assist in the completion of assessment tasks and further explore key learning outcomes.

good

Good work = Grades B+ to C-

Some critical analysis of relevant academic literature, legislation and police procedure

Use of relevant texts and academic literature (texts suggested in class)

General use of real world examples and experiences to illustrate theory in practice

Accurate use of citation and quotation

excellent

Excellent work = Grades A* to A-

Significant critical analysis of relevant academic literature, legislation and police procedure

Use of relevant texts and academic literature (including the texts suggested in class + other students have found through independent study)

Where relevant use of real world examples and experiences to illustrate theory in practice

Accurate use of citation and quotation

threshold

Acceptable work = Grades D+ to D-

Very little critical analysis of relevant academic literature, legislation and police procedure

Limited use of relevant texts and academic literature (texts suggested in class)

Heavy reliance on real world examples and experiences to illustrate theory in practice

Limited but accurate use of citation and quotation

1. Discuss complex types of digital-facilitated crimes, their impact, and the additional sources of intelligence that can be obtained during a complex investigation - Learning outcome 3

2. Review the specialist assistance available for the recovery of digital data - Learning outcome 4

3. Understand how to request relevant information from service providers - Learning outcome 5

4. Examine types of internet-facilitated crimes, and individuals/organisations who may be especially vulnerable - Learning outcome 1

5. Discuss the ways in which technology may be used in everyday policing - Learning outcome 2

Type	Name	Description	Weight
	Digital Policing Essay		50.00
	Digital Policing Exam		50.00

		Hours
Work-based learning	Development of the OCP and work as a Police Constable are a key part of the module.	86
Workshop	Students will attend 2 half day workshops and review online learning resources	14

• Literacy - Proficiency in reading and writing through a variety of media
• Numeracy - Proficiency in using numbers at appropriate levels of accuracy
• Computer Literacy - Proficiency in using a varied range of computer software
• Self-Management - Able to work unsupervised in an efficient, punctual and structured manner. To examine the outcomes of tasks and events, and judge levels of quality and importance
• Exploring - Able to investigate, research and consider alternatives
• Information retrieval - Able to access different and multiple sources of information
• Inter-personal - Able to question, actively listen, examine given answers and interact sensitevely with others
• Critical analysis & Problem Solving - Able to deconstruct and analyse problems or complex situations. To find solutions to problems through analyses and exploration of all possibilities using appropriate methods, rescources and creativity.
• Safety-Consciousness - Having an awareness of your immediate environment, and confidence in adhering to health and safety regulations
• Presentation - Able to clearly present information and explanations to an audience. Through the written or oral mode of communication accurately and concisely.
• Teamwork - Able to constructively cooperate with others on a common task, and/or be part of a day-to-day working team
• Mentoring - Able to support, help, guide, inspire and/or coach others
• Caring - Showing concern for others; caring for children, people with disabilities and/or the elderly
• Management - Able to utilise, coordinate and control resources (human, physical and/or financial)
• Argument - Able to put forward, debate and justify an opinion or a course of action, with an individual or in a wider group setting
• Self-awareness & Reflectivity - Having an awareness of your own strengths, weaknesses, aims and objectives. Able to regularly review, evaluate and reflect upon the performance of yourself and others
• Leadership - Able to lead and manage, develop action plans and objectives, offer guidance and direction to others, and cope with the related pressures such authority can result in

Talis Reading list

http://readinglists.bangor.ac.uk/modules/hpo-2014.html

Reading list

Stéphane Leman-Langlois, (2012), Technocrime: Policing and Surveillance, Taylor & Francis eBooks A-Z (Taylor & Francis Group)

David Wall, (2003), Crime and the Internet, Taylor & Francis eBooks A-Z (Taylor & Francis Group)

Compulsory in courses:

• L438: BSc Professional Policing Practice (Degree Apprenticeship) year 2 (BSC/PPP)