Harper College

Forensics

Explore the Science Behind the Scene

Gain in-depth investigative skills with the CPE forensic training program. Designed for individuals seeking to enhance their skills, these courses cover essential areas such as bloodstain pattern analysis, latent fingerprint detection, and crime scene photography. Additionally, learn to utilize drone technology for public safety applications, gaining insights into aerial surveillance and evidence collection. Whether you're beginning your journey in forensic science or aiming to advance your expertise, our program offers practical, hands-on experience to prepare you for real-world scenarios.

Forensics Course Descriptions

Provides law enforcement officers with the skills and knowledge needed to process crime scenes and collect evidence. Covers the operation of a digital SLR camera system for the photographic documentation of crime scene evidence.

Introduces students to various blood evidence identification and processing techniques. Provides students with a detailed explanation of the most up-to-date, scientifically sound methods for identifying, documenting, and collecting bloodstain evidence encountered by law enforcement crime scene service units.

Offers a comprehensive overview of hands-on techniques for the development, enhancement, processing and collection of latent prints. Covers substrate experimentation using the current best practice techniques and fingerprinting equipment.

Focuses on modern drones, which are transforming public safety while prioritizing privacy protection. Provides students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to build and enhance an effective public safety drone team. Addresses the rising demands for safety at public events and for search and rescue operations, while ensuring students stay well informed about the latest drone regulations. Prepares students to be well-equipped to implement drone technology responsibly and effectively in their communities.

Course Schedule

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Last Updated: 5/15/25