CRMJ 2323 - Advanced Fingerprint Techniques

Credit hours: 3

Course Description:
A study of the comprehensive application of development of enhancement techniques for physical evidence using forensic chemicals to develop latent fingerprints from crime scene evidence. Utilizes a forensic laboratory using ninhydrin, cyanoacrylate, chemical powders, and many other forensic chemicals.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

Summarize ways to avoid destroying or compromising evidence in the field.
Collect and identify physical evidence containing latent, patent, and plastic (impressions) fingerprints.
Recognize problems and devise a plan of action for latent fingerprint development.
Choose procedures, equipment, including A.F.I.S. technology in developing and Enhancing fingerprint evidence.
Demonstrate the ability to locate, develop, collect or recover, store, and present fingerprint evidence into a court of law.