Forensic Ballistics: Analyzing Firearms And Bullet Evidence

Firearms, Projectiles, and Crime Scene Investigations, Tracing the Bullet: Techniques in Forensic Ballistics

What you'll learn

Understand the Fundamentals of Firearm Mechanics and Ballistics

Identify and Analyze Firearm Evidence

Apply Techniques for Bullet and Cartridge Matching

Interpret Gunshot Residue (GSR) Evidence

Requirements

No experience needed. You will learn everything about it in this course.

Description

The Forensic Ballistics: Analyzing Firearms and Bullet Evidence course comprehensively introduces the scientific analysis of firearms, ammunition, and bullet-related evidence in criminal investigations. Designed for law enforcement, forensic professionals, and those in the criminal justice field, the course covers the fundamental principles of ballistics, including firearm identification, bullet examination, and the mechanics of gunshot residues. Students will learn how to analyze and interpret the markings on bullets and cartridge cases, techniques for linking firearms to specific crimes, and how forensic ballistics can help reconstruct crime scenes. Key topics include the classification and examination of firearms and comparison microscopy to match bullet evidence to specific weapons. The course also delves into gunshot residue testing, its different tests and its application in linking suspects to crimes. Students will learn about modern forensic tools and databases like the National Integrated Ballistics Information Network (NIBIN), which helps link crimes through ballistic evidence.By the end of the course, participants will have a solid understanding of forensic ballistics techniques and their application in solving violent crimes, making it an essential resource for those involved in criminal investigations and forensic analysis. Throughout the course, students gain an understanding of how forensic ballistics contributes to criminal investigations, including the importance of expert testimony in the courtroom. They will also explore the ethical considerations and legal frameworks surrounding the use of ballistics evidence in trials.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction to Forensic Ballistics

Section 2: Firearms

Lecture 2 Parts of firearms

Lecture 3 Types of firearms

Section 3: Ammunition

Lecture 4 Components of ammunition

Section 4: Crime scene

Lecture 5 Types of evidences (related to ballistics)

Section 5: Collection of ballistic evidences

Lecture 6 Collection

Section 6: Firearm examination

Lecture 7 Physical and Instrumental Examination

Section 7: Gunshot residue examination

Lecture 8 Chemical examination

Lecture 9 Instrumental examination

This course is ideal for students of forensic science, criminal justice professional and anyone interested in science of firearm analysis.