{"product_id":"9781292139463-practical-skills-in-forensic-science","title":"Practical Skills in Forensic Science","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are studying forensic science, or a related course such as forensic chemistry or biology, then this book will be an indispensable companion throughout your entire degree programme. This ‘one-stop’ text will guide you through the wide range of practical, analytical and data handling skills that you will need during your studies. It will also give you a solid grounding in the wider transferable skills such as teamwork and study skills. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis third edition of \u003ci\u003ePractical Skills in Forensic Science\u003c\/i\u003e builds upon the excellent foundation of its predecessors and provides an easy-to-read guide to help you develop the skills you need to succeed. It retains the key features of earlier editions, with a layout that explains the essential elements of practical techniques and procedures in a step-by-step manner to help you understand their application in the context of forensic science. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeatures include: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e·   Coverage of a wide range of practical aspects from fingerprint recovery, trace evidence examination, bodily fluid examination and DNA analysis, as well as broader skills such as tackling numerical problems and passing exams.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e·   Case examples, guidelines for documentation and reporting results, plus advice on the legal aspects of forensic science provide you with an understanding of the professional role of a forensic scientist.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e·   New material on personal development planning, learning styles, e-learning and avoiding plagiarism.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e·   Updated sections on software for graphical and statistical analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e·   Worked examples and ‘How To’ boxes provide practical guidance and support.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e·   Key points highlight critical features of methodology.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e·   Use of margin tips, definitions and illustrations throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e·   Additional sources of further study identified for every chapter.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e·   Safety notes highlight specific hazards and appropriate practical steps to minimise risk. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e·   Study exercises (and answers) in each chapter help to reinforce learning. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eALAN LANGFORD\u003c\/b\u003e is Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader in Criminology and Forensic Sciences at Northumbria University, UK; \u003cb\u003eJOHN DEAN\u003c\/b\u003e is Professor of Analytical and Environmental Sciences and Director of the Graduate School at Northumbria University, UK; \u003cb\u003eROB REED\u003c\/b\u003e is Professor of Biomedical Science and Director of Undergraduate Science Programs at CQUniversity, Australia; \u003cb\u003eDAVID HOLMES\u003c\/b\u003e is Director of Collaborative Programs in Applied Sciences at Northumbria University, UK; \u003cb\u003eJONATHAN WEYERS\u003c\/b\u003e is Director of Quality Assurance at the University of Dundee, UK; and \u003cb\u003eALLAN JONES\u003c\/b\u003e is Senior Lecturer and Chancellor's Award Fellow in Ecology, Environmental Science and Zoology at the University of Dundee, UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rarewaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31641662062689,"sku":"9781292139463","price":48.17,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/7504\/8033\/products\/d14b0438f163da4f0e2cc6c71f12caed.jpg?v=1674719249","url":"https:\/\/www.rarewaves.com\/products\/9781292139463-practical-skills-in-forensic-science","provider":"Rarewaves.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}