Course Objectives
On completing this course, trainees will have an introduction to the fundamentals of triaging cartridge case and bullet exhibits from crime scenes and test-firing in order to select suitable candidates for image capture in IBIS® systems. The course also introduces trainees to the basics of Forensic Firearms Examination and Identification techniques as well as the basics of Firearm and Ammunition history, manufacturing and development.
PART 1: Firearms 101
PART 2: TRIAGING - Identification Techniques for Fired Cartridge Cases
PART 3: TRIAGING - Identification Techniques for Fired Bullets
Firearms Examination
- Firearms Safety and Operation
- Evidence Handling Protocols
Firearms Development
- Firearms Development
- Type of Firearms
Ammunition Development
- Ammunition Designs
- Historical Chronology of Ammunition
- Historical Classification of Ammunition
Basic Firearm Examination Techniques
- Safe handling of firearms
- Firearms Examination Procedure
- Test Firing Procedures and Protocols
Comparison Microscope Examination
- History of the Comparison Microscope
Cartridge Case Examination
- History of Cartridge Case Examination
- Identification Marks on Cartridge Cases
- Cartridge Case Examination Techniques
- Comparison Microscope Examination of Fired Cartridge Cases
Bullet Examination
- History of Fired Bullet Identification
- Barrel Manufacturing
- Identification Marks on Bullets
- Bullet Examination Techniques
- Comparison Microscope Examination of Bullets