 As a specialist fire investigator in the New Zealand Fire Service, I conduct origin and cause investigations with the aim of reducing the incidences and consequences of fires and explosions. The CSU Course on Fire Investigations has been invaluable to my professional development. The University tutors openly shared their wealth of knowledge and their professional experiences and provided great support and compassion to me and my family at the time of the loss of a sibling. I would like to personally thank Associate Professor Tracey Green who helped me out on several occasions, even when she was on annual leave, thank you.; There is no doubt about it, the standards required were very high and I had to work exceptionally hard to achieve the graduate Diploma of Fire Investigation. All of the hard work has been worth it. It is extremely satisfying both personally and professionally. I now feel confident to face judicial process and will be using my acquired knowledge to educate fellow colleagues on the importance of early identification Gary Beer Grad Dip Fire Investigation 2011 |
| I am an Inspector and Community Safety Officer with the NSWRFS, with community education, pre incident planning, Hazard reduction and fuel management being priorities. The discipline and time management skills I learnt during my study has also helped me with my day to day duties. Fire investigation is just one of my tasks. I have now completed about 40-50 investigations and I am still learning. I am finding the course very intense and time consuming, but I am learning a lot. It has also allowed me to explore in some depth a problem that has been on my mind for some time. My current supervisor Val Ingham has been great. The knowledge you learn will help you greatly and the study techniques you learn will hold you in good stead in the future. The majority of lecturers have been great, and their feedback has been worthwhile and motivating. It has been a great challenge, but so very worthwhile. I have learnt so much, and there is so much depth in the subject matter. It is really eye opening. In summary, it is a great opportunity to add to your fire investigation skills, self discipline and knowledge. Doing the course was one of the best decisions I have ever mad. The teaching has been flexible to a degree, and previously stated, the majority of lectures and supervisors had been excellent. Ron Collingridge Master of Arts Fire Investigation2011 |
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Thanks for a great subject. I have recommended a couple of colleagues start the course, because I got more practical management education in this course than most other courses offered combined. I am looking forward to starting Investigation Management 2 next semester. |
| This course has 'shifted' my thinking and approach. Very helpful indeed. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and your passion for it is obvious and contagious. Wishing you continued success. James GPM 414 Police, Public and the Media 2011 |
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"There is an old police adage that says 'time spent on preparation is never wasted'. You have obviously spent a lot of time putting the course together, especially the preparation of the readings and the DVD. I have been marketing this CSU Grad Dip to my colleagues, I know one has already signed up for 2008."
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| "I found the essay topics to be extremely relevant and that focused my learning on the key aspects of the overall subject. There has obviously been a tremendous amount of time and effort put into the development of the subjects. The readings in particular were excellent and reflect on the quality of the CSU staff. I achieved far more from this Grad/Dip than I imagined so thank you for the assistance you have provided. I am confident that I have improved my understanding of the various dimensions of the terrorist threat through this source of study. Associate Professor Nick O'Brien is highly regarded for his professional experience and he has been able to pass this on through with this course." Name withheld Graduate Diploma of Terrorism, Safety and Security |
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"I am thoroughly enjoying the course. I find it hard to put down the course material." |
| "I have enjoyed undertaking this course and found the subjects, essay tops and course readings be first rate.... This course has enhanced my understanding of terrorism significantly, while I have had a lot of practical experience in this field, this qualification has put a lot of things into perspective." Name withheld Graduate Diploma of Terrorism, Safety and Security |
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"I'm just writing to tell you how much I'm enjoying this 3rd assessment. I've chosen to do the Munich option and the discussion question has forced me to, maybe not totally alter my previous thought pattern, but at least challenge my thoughts on the topic." |
| "Thanks for the help and guidance throughout the year. I've thoroughly enjoyed the course and found it particularly relevant to my work environment." Name withheld Graduate Diploma of Terrorism, Safety and Security |
| "Thanks for such a great semester and introduction to your course. It has been challenging and extremely rewarding." Name withheld Graduate Diploma of Terrorism, Safety and Security |
