FRSC 3200 Fingerprint Identification & Classification

This course discusses the techniques involved in detection, enhancement, recovery, and preservation of latent fingerprints from the crime scene and physical evidence. The classification component of the course will explain and discuss how fingerprints are classified using the Henry System of fingerprint classification.

Registration Name

Fingerprint ID Classification

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Offered

Demorest: Fall (odd)

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Understand the history and importance of fingerprints in forensic science.
2. Understand the basic concepts of fingerprint identification.
3. Understand the basic concepts of fingerprint classification.
4. Understand the importance of ethical conduct with regard to fingerprint identification and classification.
5. Recognize, identify, recover, process, and document fingerprint evidence.
6. Be aware of the importance of effective communication (oral and written) of fingerprint evidence results.