Forensic Photography

Have you ever struggled to get your camera to capture a scene exactly as it appears in real life? Forensic photography demands absolute accuracy, but fighting with complex settings under pressure is the last thing you want to worry about. This 2-hour course is designed to take the guesswork out of forensic photography. You will learn how to command your equipment to capture precise, accurate images that stand up in court and also save you valuable time on exhaustive written notes. This course will break down the essential theory behind exposure, focus, and lighting so you can make deliberate, purposeful choices. If manual mode feels overwhelming, this course will also show you how to efficiently leverage your camera's automation, allowing you to spend less time fighting your gear and more time accurately documenting the evidence. This course will improve your record shots of evidence, serial number restoration photos, photomicrographs of critical comparisons, and other important documentation that supports your examination.

Performing & Documenting a Comprehensive & Defensible Examination

To conduct a forensic examination that stands up to courtroom scrutiny, examiners must first master the origin of the marks they analyze. This 2-hour course provides a comprehensive foundation in manufacturing methods, enabling students to accurately interpret the significance of each mark. The student will also be able to distinguish individual characteristics from subclass carryover, and learn how to navigate these complex examinations. By evaluating the evidentiary weight of specific marks and learning the value of cumulative marks, the student will develop the skills necessary to produce and record findings that are both scientifically sound and defensible in the courtroom. After taking this course the student will find themselves better prepared and confident with the notes and report they produce.