CRIJ 4385 - Augmented (Virtual) Reality in Criminal Justice: Crime Scene Reconstruction

CRIJ 4385 Special Topics in Criminal Justice
Augmented (Virtual) Reality in Criminal Justice

Course Description:
From shattered glass to bloodstains, every crime scene tells a story. Are you ready to reconstruct it? This immersive upper-level course for criminal justice majors and aspiring law enforcement professionals goes beyond the basics. Learn to document, analyze, and reconstruct real-world crime scenes—burglaries, assaults, homicides, and more—using the same tools and techniques as forensic experts.

You Will Learn To:

• Sketch and diagram scenes using free crime scene software
• Identify and log physical evidence using the proper chain of custody 
• Reconstruct crimes using 360 walkthroughs and case-based simulations
• Deliver professional written reports and mock courtroom testimony
• Align with TCOLE and IAI Crime Scene Certification standards

Who Should Enroll?

• Ideal for students pursuing careers in law enforcement, crime scene or forensic investigation, or public safety

Class Dates:
January 12 - May 8, 2026 (fully online)

Instructor: 
Dr. R. Ryan Rider is a retired law enforcement detective, PhD in Criminal Justice, and founder of Triple R Investigations. Dr. Rider brings 30+ years of real-world crime and crash investigative experience into a highly interactive digital classroom.