Forensic Science Today, Student Edition PDF eBook

Author: Henry C. Lee, George Taft, Kimberly A. Taylor, Jeanette Hencken ISBN 10: 1-933264-87-X ISBN 13: 978-1933264-87-5 Copyright Date Ed:  July 1, 2009 Pages: 276 pages PDF eBook Forensic Science Today, Second Edition, takes a scientific yet exciting approach to the study of Forensics. The textbook covers many of the diverse aspects of forensic science. Forensic Science Today, Second Edition is an exceptional choice for college, law enforcement, and upper division high school introduction to forensic science classes. Written by the world’s most prominent forensic scientists, experts, and forensic science educators Forensic Science Today, Second Edition is an excellent way for students to explore the fascinating world of forensic science, and an invaluable resource for instructors. This excellent book has been revised and updated to include the most recent information. Scientific and forensic concepts are taught in unique and exciting ways that are practical and meaningful to the student. Chapters and sections have been integrated for enhanced learning and teaching. This is the student's Introductory Textbook that, provides a comprehensive view of the many careers in forensic science and an introduction to the types of evidence, and how they are collected and used in real-world situations. See the Teacher's Edition Table of Contents Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction to the World of Forensic Science and Criminalistics Chapter 2 Crime Scene Investigation I: The Basics Chapter 3 Crime Scene Investigation II: The Physical Evidence Chapter 4 Fingerprints Chapter 5 Trace Evidence Chapter 6 Drug Evidence Chapter 7 Forensic Serology Chapter 8 DNA Evidence Chapter 9 Bloodstain Patterns Chapter 10 Questioned Documents Chapter 11 Imprints and Impressions Chapter 12 Toolmark and Firearms Evidence Chapter 13 Fire and Arson Evidence Chapter 14 Chemical Evidence Chapter 15 Digital Evidence Chapter 16 Forensic Art Chapter 17 Forensic Pathology Chapter 18 Forensic Toxicology Chapter 19 Forensic Anthropology Chapter 20 Forensic Entomology Chapter 21 Forensic Dentistry Chapter 22 Forensic Engineering Chapter 23 Forensic Psychology Chapter 24 Crime Scene Reconstruction Chapter 25 Jurisprudence: Law and Forensics Glossary Resources