Criminalistics
Module 7.1: Introduction to Criminalistics & Forensic Science
A foundational overview of Criminalistics and Forensic Science, defining their scope, principles, and their crucial role in the criminal justice system.
Module 7.2: History & Development of Forensic Science
A historical journey through the key milestones and personalities that shaped the field of forensic science, including the formulation of Locard's Exchange Principle.
Module 7.3: Philippine Crime Laboratories (PNP & NBI)
An overview of the structure, functions, and services of the two primary forensic science providers in the Philippines: the PNP Forensic Group and the NBI Forensic and Scientific Research Service.
Module 7.4: Dactyloscopy (Fingerprint Classification Systems)
A deep dive into Dactyloscopy, the science of fingerprint identification, covering the fundamental principles, fingerprint patterns, and the basics of classification.
Module 7.5: DNA Profiling & Analysis
An introduction to the revolutionary science of DNA profiling, covering what DNA is, where it can be found, and how it is used as the ultimate biometric identifier in forensic science.
Module 7.6: Other Biometric Methods
An exploration of other biometric identification methods used in forensic science beyond fingerprints and DNA, including facial recognition, iris/retinal scanning, and voice analysis.
Module 7.7: Questioned Documents Examination
An introduction to the field of Questioned Documents Examination, covering its scope, the process of analysis, and the instruments used to detect forgery, alterations, and other anomalies in documents.
Module 7.8: Handwriting & Typewriting Analysis
A detailed look at the principles of handwriting identification and the forensic analysis of typewritten documents to determine their source.
Module 7.9: Forensic Ballistics (Interior, Exterior, Terminal)
An in-depth look at Forensic Ballistics, the science of firearms identification, covering the three stages of ballistics and the process of matching a bullet to a gun.
Module 7.10: Drug Identification & Dangerous Drugs Testing
An overview of forensic chemistry as it applies to the identification of controlled substances and the procedures for drug testing under RA 9165.
Module 7.11: Toxicology & Poisoning Analysis
An introduction to the field of Forensic Toxicology, covering the analysis of drugs and poisons in the human body, the types of samples analyzed, and its role in determining the cause of death.
Module 7.12: Blood Pattern Analysis & Serology
An introduction to the analysis of blood evidence, covering Serology (the identification of bodily fluids) and Bloodstain Pattern Analysis (BPA), which interprets the physical patterns of bloodstains.
Module 7.13: Forensic Photography & Crime Scene Documentation
An introduction to the principles and techniques of forensic photography, its role in documenting the crime scene, and the importance of maintaining a proper chain of custody for digital evidence.
Module 7.14: Polygraphy & Lie Detection
An exploration of the theory and practice of polygraphy, the "lie detector," including the instrument, the examination process, and its controversial status in the legal system.
Module 7.15: Forensic Psychology & Criminal Profiling
An introduction to the intersection of psychology and the law, focusing on the role of the forensic psychologist and the investigative technique of criminal profiling.
Module 7.16: Forensic Medicine & Pathology Basics
An introduction to Forensic Medicine and Pathology, covering death investigation, autopsy procedures, cause and manner of death, and time of death estimation.