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COURSE SYLLABUS
FC 105 LIE DETECTION TECHNIQUES

VISION MISSION CORE VALUES INSTITUTIONAL GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES

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knowledgeable, value-laden and civic-minded services attuned to the needs of society. IGA 3. Collaboration and Communication IGA 6. Lifelong Learning

I. COURSE INFORMATION
Course Code : FC 105 Course Description: This course is focused on enlightening the students with the scientific study of detecting deception through the interpretation
of a polygraph chart after proper administration of a test using a polygraph machine. Different questioning techniques will be acknowledged as
part of successful polygraph examinations applied to different types of subjects. Furthermore, the course will abreast the students of other
scientific ways of detecting deception.
Course Title : LIE DETECTION TECHNIQUES
Course Units : Lab Lec Credit
3 3 6
Contact Hours : 54 hours/semester
Prerequisite(s) : 3rd Year Standing
Program(s) : BS CRIM
Semester : First
Level : Second-year
PROGRAM GRADUATE OUTCOMES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
Syllabus Version : 1 Applies knowledge, skills and values to promote quality and Apply theories and principles in law enforcement administration,
Academic Year : 2023 – 2024 productivity in the area of specialization within global standards public safety, criminal justice and human rights.

Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, problem solving skills and
innovation to optimize available resources
Utilize criminalistics and forensic science in the investigation and
detection of crime.
Continuously conduct criminological research and further studies in
Explain the basic principles of personal identification, scientific and
technical principles of forensic photography, chemistry and toxicology,
question documents and ballistics.
Apply the principles of: Criminal Investigation; tools of investigation.
Apply the rules in developing a problem collect and gathering of

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 the solutions of crime primary and secondary data sources, and data collection technique.

II. COURSE OUTCOMES:

At the end of the course, students should be able to:

CO Code Outcomes Aligned PGO

CO 1 State the significance of studying the human nervous system physiology in relation to lie detection; PGO 1 & 4

CO 2 Identify and define the underlying principles of each scientific methods of detecting deception; PGO 2, 3, & 4
CO 3 Enumerate the principal uses, objectives and technical procedures of polygraphy; PGO 3, 4

CO 4 Formulate questions, describe chart markings, and interpret chart probing; use the interrogation PGO 4
techniques as applied in polygraphy;

CO 5 Enumerate completely the qualifications and the responsibilities of the polygraph examiner; and PGO 1, 4
CO 6 Explain the legal implication of observing the ethics of criminal interrogation. PGO 1, 3, 4

III. ASSESSMENTS AND GRADING SYSTEM

All assessments will be evaluated using a 40-based computation. The course grade (rating) will be determined through the assessment tasks, weights and conversion below:

EXAMPLE
Aligned
Assessment Tasks Description Weights Maximum Weighted
CO(s) Score Equivalent
Score Equivalent
Major MA 1: End of the Chapter Assessment This will allow be used as an assessment tool for the teacher, indicating whether the CO 1 -
Assessments 10 95 100 97.00 9.70
students understood the lesson objective. 6
MA 2: Identifying the Major Components of Students will be given task that will measure their knowledge to identify the major CO 4 15 90 100 94.00 14.10
Polygraph Machine and its function. components of polygraph machine and its function in solving crime investigation.

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 MA 3: GRADED RECITATION The primary purpose of assessment and evaluation is to improve student learning. CO 3
Information gathered through assessment and evaluations helps teachers to identify CO 6 15 80 100 88.00 13.20
students' difficulties as well as to detect weaknesses in programs.
Written Works Students will be given tasks that will measure their understanding and application of
30 103 150 81.20 24.36
conceptual and computational notions discussed in this course.
Other Final Examination Students will answer a 60-point assessment, which cover all the concepts, guidelines,
Assessments and theories discussed in this course. The assessment items will require the students
30 47 60 87.00 26.10
to analyze situations and apply their knowledge, understanding and skills to solve
assessment problems.
Total 87.46 or 87
Course Grade 2.00

A. MA 1: END OF THE CHAPTER ASSESSMENT: Student will answer assessment questions essay, and clarifying the problem. This assessment will allow be used as an assessment tool for the teacher, indicating whether the
students understood the lesson objective.

Rubrics:
Areas of Assessment A B C D
Ideas Presents ideas in an original manner Presents ideas in a consistent manner Ideas are too general Ideas are vague or unclear
Organization Strong and organized beg/mid/end Organized beg/mid/end Some organization; attempt at a beg/mid/end No organization; lack beg/mid/end
Understanding Writing shows strong understanding Writing shows a clear understanding Writing shows adequate understanding Writing shows little understanding
Word Choice Sophisticated use of nouns and verbs make the essay very Nouns and verbs make essay informative Needs more nouns and verbs Little or no use of nouns and verbs
informative
Sentence Structure Sentence structure enhances meaning; flows throughout the piece Sentence structure is evident; sentences mostly Sentence structure is limited; sentences need to No sense of sentence structure or
flow flow flow
Mechanics Few (if any) errors Few errors Several errors Numerous errors

B. MA 2: Identifying the Major Components of Polygraph Machine and its function:

Rubrics:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
3 pts 6pts. 8pts. 10pts.
Rarely reads or prepares advanced materials when assigned Usually reads or prepares materials in advance but Always reads materials in advance when Always reads materials in advance. Always
for small group/ in-class discussion. Rarely brings textbook or usually not much beyond what is required. Usually assigned for small group/in-class discussion. brings textbook or other resources when
PREPARATION
other resources when asked brings textbook or other resources when asked. Always brings textbook or other resources when asked and often demonstrates understanding
asked. Sometimes brings/ anticipates additional and contextualization of the material.
materials that may be of

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C. MA 3: XXX

Rubrics:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
or no points
4 pts 6 pts. 8pts. 10pts.
ORIGINAL Poor Fair Good Excellent
THOUGHT Student only repeats what is in the textbook, notes or Student seldom brings original thought and perspective Student sometimes brings original thought and Student often brings original thought and
other sources. to discussion; will try to bring original thought by perspective to discussion. perspective to discussion. Shows great
rewording text or notes material. evidence of analysis, synthesis, and
evaluation of concepts and stimuli.

PREPARATION Poor Fair Good Excellent

Rarely reads or prepares advanced materials when assigned
for small group/ in-class discussion. Rarely brings textbook or
other resources when asked
Usually reads or prepares materials in advance but
usually not much beyond what is required. Usually
brings textbook or other resources when asked.
Always reads materials in advance when
assigned for small group/in-class discussion.
Always brings textbook or other resources when
asked. Sometimes brings/ anticipates additional
materials that may be of
Always reads materials in advance. Always
brings textbook or other resources when
asked and often demonstrates understanding
and contextualization of the material.

QUALITY OF Poor Fair Good Excellent

COMMENTS
Responses are uninformative, lacking in appropriate Responses are sometimes constructive, with occasional Responses mostly insightful & constructive; Responses always insightful & constructive;
terminology. signs of insight. Student does not mostly uses appropriate terminology. uses appropriate terminology. Comments
Heavy reliance on opinion & personal taste, e.g., “I love it”, “I use appropriate terminology; comments Occasionally comments are too general or not balanced between general impressions,
hate it”, “It’s bad” etc. not always relevant to the discussion. relevant opinions & specific, thoughtful criticisms or
to the discussion. contributions.

V. LEARNING PLAN

Time Suggested Readings and Teaching – Learning Assessment

Learning Outcomes Subject Matter Aligned LO
Frame References Activities Tasks
Week 1 Discuss how the SNCFII Vision, Mission and Core Values are SNCFI Vision, Mission and Core Values SNCFI VM and CV
&2 attained through this course
Class Discussions Reflection
Describe the course, course content, assessments and expectations Course Orientation Course Syllabus
1. Discuss how polygraph considered very useful as aids in criminal I. Polygraph Dr. Shirley S. Domingo Class Discussions

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 investigation.; A. Operational terms in polygraphy (2018). Polygraph the
2. Identify the scientific methods of detecting deception; B. Historical perspective of deception Science of Lie Detection
3. Enumerate the persons in the history of polygraph. and lying
C. Scientific methods of detecting
deception
D. Contributors in the history of
polygraph
People behind the introduction of polygraph
machine during the early years

Identify the kinds of lie/classification of lies; Origin and Classification of lies Dr. Shirley S. Domingo Face to face discussion Quiz
Enumerate the Augustine’s Taxonomy of Lies; Kinds of lies/classification of lies (2018). Polygraph the Face to face assessments Fill in the blank
Explain the reasons why people lie. Augustine’s taxonomy of lies Science of Lie Detection Simulations Essay
Reasons why people lie Interactive learning Summative Test

Week 3
-5

Week 6 Discuss the four phases of polygraph examination; Examination on Polygraph Dr. Shirley S. Domingo Face to face discussion Quiz
-8 Theory of polygraph examination (2018). Polygraph the Face to face assessments Fill in the blank
Four phases of polygraph examination Science of Lie Detection Simulations Essay
Accuracy of polygraph examinations Interactive learning Summative Test

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 Question Formulation Polygraph Testing Dr. Shirley S. Domingo Face to face discussion Quiz
Explain the categories of polygraph questions; Format (2018). Polygraph the Face to face assessments Fill in the blank
Enumerate the types of comparison questions. Limiting the scope of questions Science of Lie Detection Simulations Essay
Categories of polygraph questions Interactive learning Summative Test
Characteristics

Week 9
- 10

Week Discuss the five-test applied in test application; Test application Dr. Shirley S. Domingo Face to face discussion Quiz
11 - 13 Enumerate the chart marking symbols and signs. Five tests to be applied (2018). Polygraph the Face to face assessments Fill in the blank
Chart markings and scoring, symbols and Science of Lie Detection Simulations Essay
signs Interactive learning Summative Test

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 1. Discuss the chart marking; Actual polygraph testing Dr. Shirley S. Domingo Face to face discussion Quiz
Limitations of Polygraph Examination (2018). Polygraph the Face to face assessments Fill in the blank
results Science of Lie Detection Simulations Essay
A. Chart marking Interactive learning Summative Test
B. Prepare for Polygraph
Examination
Preparation of Lie Detector

Week
14-15

Week 18 – Final Examination

VII. Suggested Readings and References

1. Dr. Shirley S. Domingo (2018). Polygraph the Science of Lie Detection

2. Dr. Mary Grace B. Malawis-Ignacio (2022) Polygraph Expanded A Modern Way of Lie Detection: Wiseman’s Books Trading, Inc

VIII. Classroom Policies

1. Quizzes may be announced or unannounced;

2. Long or Major examinations are always announced;
3. Students who missed long/major examinations, laboratory exercises, or quizzes may only be excused for any of the following reasons:
a. Participation in a College activity or approved field trip or activity (must be cleared one week in advance);

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 b. Personal illness, death, or serious illness in the immediate family;
c. In all cases, a medical certificate should be secured and an excuse slip duly signed by the parent/guardian, registration adviser, Dean, and or representative from the Office of Student Affairs.
During examinations, students are required to put their things at the back of the room. Only pens, test booklets, and questionnaires are to be seen on their desks.
CHEATING IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. Once caught cheating, for the first offense, the student will automatically zero (0) raw score on the given examination; for the second offense, the student will automatically fail the subject
or 5.00 equivalent.
4. Projects and reports must be submitted on time or on the scheduled date of submission. Late submissions will be accepted at the discretion of the instructor concerned.

Prepared by: Reviewed by: Approved by:

RANELLIE D. TABORETE, RCRIM. NOEL A. DOMALOGDOG. PhD ARCHIBETH FLAMIANO, MMEM

Faculty Program Head/Coordinator Acting College Dean

Adra, Marry Jane Q. and Dr. Danilo Lago Tancangco; THE

ESSENTIALS OF POLYGRAPHY; Philipine Copyright,
2013 by Wiseman’s Books Trading, Inc.
2. Caballero, N, S. & R.K. Manwong; Polygraphy: The Art
and Science of Lie Detection; 2012
3. Crisanto M. Nulud; Harry C. Lorenzo Jr.; Diosdado A.
Amante- POLYGRAPHY (CRIMINALISTIC 5) copyright
2009 by Mindshapers Co. Inc.
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4. Matte, James Allan. (1996); FORENSIC
PSYCHOPHYSIOLOGY USING THE POLYGRAPH; Jam
Publications. New York.
5. Lajom, Fidel P. (1998); Criminalistics; Manila. Rex
Bookstore.
6. Tadio, Cirilo M. (1997); Compendium on Criminalistics.
Manila Central Law Book. Inc

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