Certification
Micro Credentials Program
Mode of Study
100% Online | 05 Hours of Live Sessions
Learning Medium
English
A single fired bullet carries more information than most people realize about the weapon that fired it, the distance it traveled, and what happened when it hit. Forensic ballistics is the science of extracting that information. This program teaches you how.
The Micro Credential Program in Forensic Ballistics is an introductory course that equips you with knowledge about the science of firearms and their role in criminal investigations. Whether it is reconstructing a shooting incident, analyzing a wound, or identifying a weapon from residue alone, ballistics experts piece together events, and this program builds the foundation to do that.
You will learn how firearms are classified, how they are built, and what physically happens in the moment of firing along with the working knowledge of ammunition types and the mechanics of discharge.
The program explores the study of internal ballistics, including what happens from the moment a trigger is pulled to the instant a bullet leaves the barrel. You will explore propellant behavior, pressure changes, recoil, and muzzle velocity.
The course further introduces external ballistics, focusing on the motion of projectiles in flight. Learners will study trajectory analysis, factors affecting bullet movement, and the principles governing projectile behavior.
You will be introduced to terminal ballistics, which is what happens when a bullet meets its target. You will study wound characteristics, how to determine range of fire, and how to distinguish firearm injuries from other trauma. The program also addresses the important forensic distinction between ante-mortem and post-mortem injuries and the methods used to estimate when an injury occurred.
Finally, you will learn about the examination of firearm evidence, including identification techniques, gunshot residue (GSR) analysis, laboratory examination, and crime scene reconstruction with emphasis on proper evidence handling, documentation, and presentation in court.
By the end of this program, you will understand that a fired round is never just a bullet; it is a chain of events waiting to be reconstructed.
Become Proficient to Answer:
- What is forensic ballistics, and what role does it play in criminal investigations?
- How are firearms classified, and what are their key components and mechanisms?
- How ammunition function, and what does occurs during the firing process?
- What are the principles of internal ballistics, including pressure, velocity, and recoil?
- How do propellants and pressure curves influence projectile motion?
- What factors affect muzzle velocity and projectile behavior?
- What are the principles of external ballistics, and how is bullet trajectory analyzed?
- How can projectile motion help reconstruct shooting incidents?
- What is terminal ballistics, and how do projectiles cause injuries?
- How are firearm injuries identified and evaluated in forensic investigations?
- How is the range of fire determined using ballistic evidence?
- What is gunshot residue (GSR), and how is it detected and analyzed?
- How are firearms, bullets, and cartridge cases examined and matched?
- What techniques are used in crime scene reconstruction involving firearms?
- How is ballistic evidence documented and presented in court?
Learning Outcomes:
Understanding Ballistics Principles: Develop a strong foundation in internal, external, and terminal ballistics and their role in firearm-related investigations.
Firearm and Ammunition Analysis: Gain knowledge of firearm components, functioning, and methods used to identify and classify weapons and ammunition.
Trajectory and Reconstruction Skills: Learn to analyze bullet trajectories and reconstruct shooting events based on ballistic evidence.
Injury and Impact Analysis: Understand the characteristics of firearm injuries and methods used to determine range and cause of injury.
Gunshot Residue and Evidence Examination: Acquire skills in detecting and analyzing gunshot residue and examining ballistic evidence in laboratory settings.
Forensic Reporting and Legal Application: Develop the ability to document findings, interpret results, and present ballistic evidence effectively in legal proceedings.
Course Details: Access to a Wide Range of Resources like recorded lectures, notes and other study materials.
Course Details: Access to a Wide Range of Resources like recorded lectures, notes and other study materials.
Fee | National: 1180 INR (1000 INR + 18% GST) International: 50 USD |
Duration | 1 Month |
Eligibility | Students and Professionals |
Session Timing | Learn at Your Own Pace |
Payment Details:
International Student : PayPal: forensicdocument@gmail.com
Account Details for National Student
Bank Name - ICICI BANK
Acc. Name - SIFS INDIA PVT. LTD.
Account No. - 663505500086
Type - Current
IFSC Code - ICIC0000160
Address - ICICI Bank, H-4, Model Town -III, New Delhi - 110009
