BASIC CRIME SCENE PHOTOGRAPHY
SALINAS, CA | NOVEMBER 13 - 17, 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: Salinas Police Department 312 E. Alisal Street Salinas, CA 93901 Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuition: $598 This course is presented in partnership with the International Association for Identification. *NEW REGISTRATION/PAYMENT PROCESS: Please see the bottom of this course page to make your payment and register for this course.
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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)
EXERCISE # 1
EXERCISE # 2
Camera SIM Quiz
DAY 2 – 8hr Day
EXERCISE # 3
EXERCISE # 4
EXERCISE # 5
DAY 3 – 12 Hr Day (1000hrs to 2200hrs)
EXERCISE # 6
EXERCISE # 7
EXERCISE # 8
Day # 4 – 8hr Day
EXERCISE # 9
EXERCISE # 10 & #11
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
EXERCISE # 1
- Exposure
- Determining Proper Exposure
- Shutter Speed
- Aperture
- ISO
EXERCISE # 2
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
EXERCISE # 3
- 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
EXERCISE # 4
- Focus
- Manual
- Auto-Focus
- Autofocus Issues
- Distance and Focusing
EXERCISE # 5
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
EXERCISE # 6
- 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
EXERCISE # 7
- Nighttime/Low Light Photography
- Equipment
- Existing Light
- Long Exposure with Flash
- Painting With Light
EXERCISE # 8
Day # 4 – 8hr Day
- Composition – Crime Scene Photography
- Context
- Composition – Art and Science
EXERCISE # 9
- Scene Specific Crime Scene Photography
- Photo Log
EXERCISE # 10 & #11
Setup Mock Scenes
Day # 5 – 4hrs
- Mock Scene
- Courtroom Testimony
- Course Review, Evaluations and Presentation of Certificates
LODGING
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Salinas
523 Work Street
Salinas, CA 93901
831-754-4700
Room Rate: $149 plus tax per night
Amenities: Free Breakfast, Free Wi-Fi, Free Parking
Booking Info: Use the booking link below to receive the special rate.
Cutoff Date: 10/18/23
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Salinas
523 Work Street
Salinas, CA 93901
831-754-4700
Room Rate: $149 plus tax per night
Amenities: Free Breakfast, Free Wi-Fi, Free Parking
Booking Info: Use the booking link below to receive the special rate.
Cutoff Date: 10/18/23
REGISTRATION
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