BUREAU OF FORENSIC SERVICES 2017 SPRINGTRAINING SCHEDULE
This Training is taught by the Bureau of Forensic Services and will require registration by completing a Forensic Training Registration Application. Upon completion, the application can be e-mailed to: SP, PSP FORENSIC SERVICES () or mailed to:
PA STATE POLICE – BUREAU OF FORENSIC SERVICES
TRAINING & TECHNICAL SUPPORT SECTION – COURSE REGISTRATION
1800 ELMERTON AVE.
HARRISBURG, PA17110
Latent Print Photography
Dates: January 25-27, THIS COURSE IS FULL, but we are accepting applications for a waiting list.
Location: PSP Departmental Headquarters, Harrisburg, PA.
Course Description: This course provides training in the photographic documentation of latent print evidence. The training will include: instruction on photographic equipment, lighting techniques, alternate light source photography, and proper scale documentation. Practicum included.Prerequisite for registration: Crime Scene Photography or equivalent PSP approved training.
Basic Latent Print Identification
Dates: February 13-17, 2017- THIS COURSE IS FULL, but we are accepting applications for a waiting list.
Location: Lancaster County Public Safety Training Center, Manheim, PA.
Course Description: This course is a basic introduction into the science of friction ridge analysis and fingerprint identification. This course provides the foundation in friction ridge analysis covering the history of fingerprints, pattern recognition and comparison techniques. Practicum included.
Advanced Latent Print Techniques
Dates: March 14-16, 2017- THIS COURSE IS FULL, but we are accepting applications for a waiting list.
Location: PSP Troop H – Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA.
Course Description: This course provides training in the proper sequencing of latent print processing, utilization of an alternate light source, and practical experience with the use of reagents in the development of latent prints.Requirement: Student must bring a small flashlight. Student must wearsafety goggles, provided at Laboratory, at all times whilein the Laboratory.
Crime Scene Photography
Dates: April 3-7, 2017THIS COURSE IS FULL, but we are accepting applications for a waiting list.
Location:Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission (MPOETC), Harrisburg, PA.
Course Description: This course provides training in the basic principles and fundamentals of a digital camera, lens selection, use of electronic flash, macro-photography and documentation. Requirement: Student must bring a SLR digital camera with manual, memory card/stick, tripod, sync cord, external flash unit, extra batteries for camera, normal lens (example: 50mm or 28-105mm) and macro lens (close-up lens for latent print photography), locking shutter release cable, and flashlight.
Basic Crime Scene Investigation
Dates: April 24-May5, 2017 (Excludes April 29-30, 2017)- THIS COURSE IS FULL, but we are accepting applications for a waiting list.
Location: Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission (MPOETC), Harrisburg, PA.
Course Description: This is an introductory course into crime scene investigation. Course instruction provided in the areas of Physical Evidence, Crime scene Management, types of evidence found at the crime scene, proper collection techniques, submissions to Regional Crime Labs, and courtroom testimony. Each student will participate in the mock crime scenes. Prerequisite for registration: Crime Scene Photography or equivalent PSP approved training.
Shoe and Tire Impression Evidence
Dates: May 16-18, 2017- THIS COURSE IS FULL, but we are accepting applications for a waiting list.
Location: PSP Departmental Headquarters, Harrisburg, PA.
Course Description: This course provides instruction in the history of shoe and tire impression evidence, search, documentation, and the collection of the impression evidence. Students will participate in several workshops including photography, measuring, and casting impression evidence. Prerequisite for registration: Crime Scene Photography or equivalent PSP approved training.
Crime Scene Photography
Dates: June 12-16, 2017THIS COURSE IS FULL, but we are accepting applications for a waiting list.
Location:Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission (MPOETC), Harrisburg, PA.
Course Description: This course provides training in the basic principles and fundamentals of a digital camera, lens selection, use of electronic flash, macro-photography and documentation. Requirement: Student must bring a SLR digital camera with manual, memory card/stick, tripod, sync cord, external flash unit, extra batteries for camera, normal lens (example: 50mm or 28-105mm) and macro lens (close-up lens for latent print photography), locking shutter release cable, and flashlight.