FOSC 2231 - Crime Scene Photography

Lec. 2; Lab. 1; Cr. 3

General crime scene photography techniques for homicide scenes, autopsies, suicides, other dead-body scenes, assaults, burglaries, and injuries. Discussion includes latest methods of photographic documentation and equipment required for close-up photography and techniques when photographing evidence such as fingerprints, impressions, bloodstains and other evidence requiring close-up or copy photography. Includes how to select equipment, technical photography (exposure, depth-of-field, and focus), and flash and available-light photography. Course includes hands-on-exercises.

Prerequisite(s): FOSC 2230 with a “C” or better and/or permission from Coordinator of Public Protection & Safety or Division Head Liberal Arts.