BASIC CRIME SCENE PHOTOGRAPHY
BROOMALL, PA | JUNE 19 - 23, 2023
This course has been approved for 40 hours of certification/re-certification training credit in the IAI Crime Scene Certification Board.
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Instructor: Matthew Steiner, CSCSA
Location: Marple Township Police Department 1001 Sussex Boulevard Broomall, PA 19008 Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuition: $598 This course is presented in partnership with the International Association for Identification. |
Basic Crime Scene Photography
This 40-hour Crime Scene Photography course provides instruction that can permit the student to successfully document evidence and scenes in a professional manner. The course begins with instruction of basic photographic techniques such as the mechanics of exposure, depth-of-field, and motion control. Camera handling and operation are stressed in all areas to include camera controls and how they work. Electronic flash techniques are also presented with a nighttime Painting-With-Light Exercise included.
DAY 1 – 8hr Day
Basic Photography (8 Hours)
Camera SIM Quiz
DAY 2 – 8hr Day
DAY 3 – 12 Hr Day (1000hrs to 2200hrs)
Day # 4 – 8hr Day
Setup Mock Scenes
Day # 5 – 4hrs
This 40-hour Crime Scene Photography course provides instruction that can permit the student to successfully document evidence and scenes in a professional manner. The course begins with instruction of basic photographic techniques such as the mechanics of exposure, depth-of-field, and motion control. Camera handling and operation are stressed in all areas to include camera controls and how they work. Electronic flash techniques are also presented with a nighttime Painting-With-Light Exercise included.
DAY 1 – 8hr Day
Basic Photography (8 Hours)
- Introduction to Crime Scene Photography
- Camera Basics
- How to Hold the Camera
- Introduction to the Exposure Triangle
- Camera Operational Modes
- Components of a Digital SLR Camera
- Exposure
- Determining Proper Exposure
- Shutter Speed
- Aperture
- ISO
Camera SIM Quiz
DAY 2 – 8hr Day
- The Reflective Light Meter
- Spot Metering
- Center Weighted Metering
- Matrix/Evaluative Metering
- Understanding Reciprocity
- Sunny 16 Rule
- Exposure Compensation
- Lens
- Focal Length – Field of View & Magnification
- Focal Range/Lens Ratio/Lens Ring Size
- Prime Lens
- Zoom Lens
- Lens Length and Distortion
- Optical Problems
- Filters for Forensic Photographs
- UV
- Circular Polarizing
- Neutral Density
- Barrier Filters
- Focus
- Manual
- Auto-Focus
- Autofocus Issues
- Distance and Focusing
DAY 3 – 12 Hr Day (1000hrs to 2200hrs)
- Digital Camera Operation
- Date/Time Settings & Significance
- Power Issues
- Formatting Media
- Image Settings
- Depth of Field
- Definition
- Maximize Depth of Field
- Factors Effecting Depth of Field
- Flash Photography
- Ambient Light
- Why and when to use Electronic Flash?
- Sync Speed
- Flash Head
- Flashgun Features
- Flash Modes
- Fill Flash
- Oblique Flash
- Bounce Flash
- Nighttime/Low Light Photography
- Equipment
- Existing Light
- Long Exposure with Flash
- Painting With Light
Day # 4 – 8hr Day
- Composition – Crime Scene Photography
- Context
- Composition – Art and Science
- Scene Specific Crime Scene Photography
- Photo Log
Setup Mock Scenes
Day # 5 – 4hrs
- Mock Scene
- Courtroom Testimony
- Course Review, Evaluations and Presentation of Certificates
LODGING
Fairfield by Marriott Philadelphia Broomall
100 Lawrence Road
Broomall, PA 19008
610-355-2335
Room Rate: $119 plus tax per night single/double
Amenities: Free Breakfast, Free Wi-Fi, Free Parking
Booking Info: Call the hotel and mention the crime scene photography course or use the following booking link to receive the special rate.
Fairfield by Marriott Philadelphia Broomall
100 Lawrence Road
Broomall, PA 19008
610-355-2335
Room Rate: $119 plus tax per night single/double
Amenities: Free Breakfast, Free Wi-Fi, Free Parking
Booking Info: Call the hotel and mention the crime scene photography course or use the following booking link to receive the special rate.
REGISTRATION
We have a new registration process. To make a payment and register for this course, please click the registration button below.
We have a new registration process. To make a payment and register for this course, please click the registration button below.