Programs: Classroom and On-site Training

Course Title: Digital Imaging for Supervisors

Course Objectives

After completing this course of instruction, the class participants will have a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, principals and use of the digital imaging technologies, including cameras, flatbed scanners, film scanners, and printers. They will also have an understanding of the issues of managing digital images to preserve image integrity and to maintain the chain of custody. They will also understand the different techniques for storing digital images, as well as learn what formats to use, the differences between input, display and output resolutions and how these different resolutions affect the quality and handling of your digital images. With this insight, attendees will be able to answer questions such as "Which digital camera is best for my needs? When should I use a digital camera or a flatbed scanner? Which will give me the best results? How can I best integrate all of this digital technology into my day-to-day routine?"

Prerequisites For Participation (Recommended)

It is recommended that individuals taking part in this course have a basic understanding of the Microsoft Windows 98, NT, 2000, Millennium Edition, or XP operating system. In addition, it is recommended that all class participants have supervisory responsibilities in an area of forensics that can directly benefit from the use of a digital imaging solution.

Length of Course

This is a one-day, classroom (lecture format) training program.

Maximum Number of Attendees

The number of attendees is limited only by the size of the training facility. The training facility should be large enough to accommodate at least 20 attendees and should provide enough table space for students to lay out their training manuals and other reference materials, and still have room for taking notes.

Required Training Materials

None

Course Title: Introduction to Digital Imaging

Course Objectives

After completing this course of instruction, the class participants will have a basic understanding of the Microsoft Windows® environment as well as have a good working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop®. Furthermore, the students will develop an understanding of forensic digital imaging concepts and how those concepts can aid in the investigative process. At the end of each session, all students will take part in a "practical application" exercise to ensure that the required learning objectives were achieved.

Prerequisites for Participation (Recommended)

It is recommended that people taking part in this course have a basic understanding of the Microsoft Windows 98, NT, 2000, Millennium Edition, or XP operating system. In addition, it is recommended that all class participants have an expertise in an area of forensics that can directly benefit from the use of a digital imaging solution.

Length of Course

This is a five-day, hands-on training program. Students must attend all five days of training. In addition, a final exam will be administered on the final day of training.

Maximum Number of Attendees

To ensure maximum effectiveness of the intensive hands-on training during this program, we strongly recommend that each student have his/her own workstation for the training program. In special situations, the instructor may allow additional attendees. This decision should, in part, be based upon the common level of knowledge for all students. For example, if all students are intermediate to advanced computer users, the ratio of students to hardware may be higher. However, if the students are beginner level users, the ratio of students to hardware may be lower to provide additional hands-on experience during training.

Required Training Materials

Prior to the beginning of class, each student should bring a minimum of five images to be acquired and enhanced. These images can be either latent prints, questioned documents, surveillance photos, and so forth. (In addition, we recommend that one of the latent prints have a corresponding tenprint image available for use during the block of instruction on court charting.) Students are encouraged to use images that will test their skill, but that will not frustrate them during the learning process.

Course Title: Advanced Forensic Digital Imaging Techniques

Course Objectives

After completing this course of instruction, the class participants will have a comprehensive understanding of the Microsoft Windows® environment as well as have a complete and thorough working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop®. Furthermore, the students will have a complete understanding of advanced forensic digital imaging concepts, image handling policies and procedures and how those concepts must be applied during the investigative process to preserve and maintain the chain of custody of their digital images.

Students will learn how to apply advanced digital imaging concepts including the procedures for working with multiple layers to process video surveillance images as well as create court exhibits, line-ups and contact sheets. In addition, they will apply the technique of using multiple "snapshots" for comparison purposes during the image enhancement process. And finally, students will also learn how to change image formats and prepare images for both Internet and intranet communications.

At the end of each session, all students will take part in a "practical application" exercise to ensure that the required learning objectives were achieved. In addition, each student will be required to submit a skeletal outline of the policies and procedures required to maintain the security and privacy of their digital evidence.

Prerequisites For Participation (Required)

Individuals taking this course must have attended either a three-day basic Digital Imaging Course or the five-day Introduction to Digital Imaging training program. Individuals taking this course must have a basic understanding of the Microsoft Windows 98, NT, 2000, Millennium Edition, or XP operating system. (As a minimum, students are required to have at least three months experience with one of the Microsoft Windows operating systems.)

In addition, all class participants should have either direct knowledge of or expertise in at least one area of forensic sciences or crime scene investigation that can directly benefit from the use of a digital imaging solution.

Required Training Materials

Each student is required to bring a minimum of five images on a CD (must be in a TIFF format), which can be acquired and processed. These images can be either latent prints, questioned documents, surveillance photos, and so forth. (In addition, we recommend that one of the latent prints have a corresponding ten-print image available for use during the block of instruction on court charting.) Students are encouraged to use images that will test their skill, but that will not frustrate them during the learning process.

Each student is also required to bring a minimum of five non-fingerprint images on a CD (can be either a TIFF or JPG format) to be processed. These images can be either crime scene photos, mug shot photos, etc. As mentioned previously, students are encouraged to bring a variety of images that will test their skill, but that will not frustrate them during the learning process.

Length of Course

This is a five-day, intensive hands-on training program. Students must attend all five days of training. In addition, a final exam will be administered on the final day of training.

Maximum Number Of Attendees

To ensure maximum effectiveness of the intensive hands-on training during this program, each student must have his/her own workstation for the training program. Under special circumstances, the instructor may allow additional attendees. This decision will, in part, be based upon the common level of knowledge for all students. For example, if all students are intermediate to advanced computer users, the ratio of students to hardware may be higher. However, if the students are less-experienced users, then the ratio of students to hardware must be lower to provide the necessary hands-on experience during training.

For information on scheduling andenrollment in a Foray Technologies
Training Program, please contact Lynn Slaughter at 619.858.1360 Ext 517