CRIMINAL JUSTICE G165 - Forensic Photography

Institution:

Golden West College

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Description:

This course provides an introduction to the applications of photography in the criminal investigative process. General topics include camera equipment operation, digital photography, daylight and night scene photography. Specific topics include crime scene documentation, fingerprints, tire tracks, shoe prints, corporal injuries, and autopsies. This course introduces the student to firearm, arson, and homicide investigations, and to the presentation of photographic evidence in court. Students enrolling in this course must have access to a single lens reflex camera, or digital camera, with a manually adjustable lens and shutter speed. Lecture. Letter grade only. Transferable to CSU.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.goldenwestcollege.edu

Phone Number:

(714) 892-7711

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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