Course Description
This course intends to provide students fundamental knowledge regarding branches of ballistics, classification of firearms, classes of bullet and cartridge cases, source and origin of gun powder, and primer. Provide basic knowledge in differentiating class and individual characteristics found in firearms, bullets, and cartridge cases. Identify appropriate agencies that can handle issues related for firearm examination and apply knowledge in criminal law, procedure, and evidence in qualifying a case related to firearm investigation and in court presentation.
References
Hamby, James (Summer 1999). "The History of Firearm and Toolmark Identification". Association of Firearm and Tool Mark Examiners Journal. 31 (3). Retrieved from https://www.firearmsid.com/A_historyoffirearmsID.htm
Kalkomey Enterprises, LLC. (n.d.). Basic Components of Ammunition. hunter-ed. https://www.hunter-ed.com/national/studyGuide/Basic-Components-of-Ammunition/201099_92803/