Get Ahead With West Virginia University Summer Courses in Forensics
West Virginia has announced numerous upcoming courses as part of its Forensic Science Initiative. These courses will allow both forensic professionals and civilian practitioners to develop their skills on a variety of topics including, forensic photography, latent print development, paint evidence, blood presumptive testing, and fiber identification. All courses will take place at the Morgantown, West Virginia campus and upon completion; each participant will receive a certificate of completion.
Registration is open for the following WVU summer courses in June and July:
- Basic Crime Scene – June 2 – 6, 2014
- Latent Print Development – June 12 – 13, 2014
- Basic Crime Scene Photography for Law Enforcement – July 1 – 2, 2014
- Paint Evidence and the Forensic Laboratory – July 8 – 10, 2014
- Blood Presumptive Testing & Enhancement – July 10 – 11, 2014
- Identification of Natural and Man-made Fiber – July 15 – 17, 2014
- Characterization & Comparison of Dyed Fibers – July 22 – 24, 2014
- Introduction to Firearm Examination – July 28 – 30, 2014
Registration is free but attendees are responsible for travel and lodging costs.
Source: West Virginia University
[Abstract written by Noel Andres, ForensIQ Intern, 5/15/14]
