Basic Crime Scene Investigation
This course is designed for police officers, detectives, and investigators who are tasked with documenting crime scenes as well as collecting, processing and preserving items of evidence. This course is mixture of lectures and practical exercises.
All topics covered are Missouri CLEE (POST) approved.
Topics Covered:
- Basic Crime Scene Photography & Composition
- Low-Light & Examination Quality Photography
- DNA, Trace & Impression Evidence Recovery
- Crime Scene Sketching
- Bullet Impact Assessment
- Bloodstain Pattern Recognition
Preferred Course Materials:
- DSLR camera with detachable lens
- Standard lens (e.g. 18-55 mm, 18-200 mm or similar)
- Off-camera external flash unit with sync cord
- Tripod
- Strong flashlight
This is not a KLETC class.
Topeka Police Department is hosting Basic CSI from October 18th-22nd, 2021. Training will be from 0800-1700 hours with 1 day from 1130-2130 hours.
Class size may be limited; early registration is suggested. Casual attire is recommended.
Registration can be made by contacting:
Optimum Forensic Solutions at OptimumForensics@gmail.com 816-535-8310
Or
Laura Stuhr with TPD at lstuhr@topeka.org 785-368-9466