May-August 2012 Schedule of Classes

May-August 2012 Schedule of Classes

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Training and Records Testimony Team
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Biometric Services Section 

The below biometrics courses are associated with the collection, processing, or dissemination of biometric-related information. To register, fax your request on your agency letterhead to the Training and Records Testimony Team at (304) 625-2337. Be sure to include you ORI number. Please contact our office at 304-625-5279 or through e-mail at biometric_training@leo.gov with any questions or concerns.

A Study of Friction Ridges in Primates

This lecture provides a comparison of human attributes to those of primates. Is it possible that cloning could produce identical fingerprints?

Advance Comparison for Tenprint Examiners

This course is designed to enhance and enrich the skills of the Fingerprint Examiner. This course will teach the student how to apply the ACE-V Methodology to more difficult comparisons, and covers Level One, Two, and Three Ridgeology. This class would be beneficial for employees preparing to take the FBI Tenprint Certification Test.

Basic Criminal History Workshop (Internal)

This class provides a comprehensive understanding of the different types of criminal history records, identification record history, operating systems, and legislation pertaining to the criminal history record. Upon successful completion of the program, employees will be prepared to take the FBI Criminal History Qualification Test.

Biometrics and the Legal System (Internal/External)

This one-hour overview will focus on scientific evidence and testimony that are allowed to be presented in a courtroom setting. It will cover U.S. Supreme Court cases that have affected this procedure and will touch on the Federal Rules of Evidence.

Classifying Fingerprints Using Henry (Internal/External)

This class instructs students in the three basic fingerprint pattern types and the classification pertaining to each. They will learn to select the proper deltas, cores, type lines and other fingerprint characteristics, in order to assign an accurate and complete fingerprint classification, and to formulate the Henry Classification.

Expert Testimony Standards of Admissibility (Internal/External)

This overview will discuss the Frye, Daubert, and Kumho standards utilized in allowing expert testimony in the court. In addition, the Federal Rules of Evidence 702 will be discussed. Students will learn the differences and similarities of these standards.

Facial Identification Through Time—Overview (Internal)

A journey through facial history from the beginning of time to the latest technology used today.

False Fingers (Internal/External)

This overview will provide insight to the lengths individuals will go to try to avoid detection by fingerprint scanners and will introduce these means such as: prosthetic fingertips, gummy fingers, silicone tape, etc.

Fingerprint History and Early Pioneers (Internal/External)

Students will learn the history of fingerprints, early pioneers, and the science supporting their reliability, permanence and uniqueness. This class will be beneficial for examiners preparing to take the FBI Friction Ridge Certification Test or the IAI Tenprint Certification Test.

Fingerprint Physiology (Internal/External)

This course provides an understanding of how friction ridges are formed and what causes them, physiologically, to be deposited.

Fingerprinting for Kids (Internal)

This is a fun and informational class DESIGNED FOR CHILDREN. It provides a very basic description of fingerprint patterns and how they can be identified.

Henry Classification Formula Refresher (Internal/External)

Participants will learn how to formulate the Henry Classification. The class will be beneficial for examiners preparing to take the FBI Friction Ridge Certification Test or the IAI Tenprint Certification Test. This class does not teach Classification, so if you need this skill, please register for the “Classifying Fingerprints Using Henry” class.

Introduction to Plantar Prints (Internal/External)

This one-hour overview will provide information on footprints, how the foot is divided into regions, the ridge flow on the feet, and how these friction ridges are classified and associated with the identification process.

Overview of Facial Comparison Methods (Internal)

This overview will define and identify the methods of comparison in Facial Identification. Also, the differences between the methods will be described, while looking at the pros and cons of each method.

Scars and the IAFIS (Internal)

This course teaches about the formation of scars and how they can affect fingerprint patterns. Upon completion, students should understand how to identify complete scars vs. partial scars. This class also teaches how to process complete scars in the Fingerprint Sequence Check and Fingerprint Image Compare applications in the IAFIS.

Scientific Basics of Fingerprints

The three-day course is for anyone interested in a basic knowledge of fingerprints. Participants will learn the basic fingerprint pattern types and classification formulas: Henry System, NCIC, and IAFIS Pattern Classification. The instructor provides training that demonstrates proper procedures to effect an individualization or exclusion and recording legible fingerprints. The course seeks to embed fingerprinting as a technique in law enforcement.

Scientific Basics of Palmprints – Recording

This half-day class is for anyone interested in a basic knowledge of how to record/collect legible palmprints and Complete Friction Ridge Exemplars (formerly referred to as major case prints).

Sequencing and Filing Using the Henry Classification System (Internal)

Students will learn the process and methods used by the FBI’s CJIS Division to sequence, file, and retrieve hard copy fingerprint cards using the Henry Classification System. This class will be beneficial for examiners preparing to take the FBI Friction Ridge Certification Test.

Prerequisite(s) – “Classifying Fingerprints Using Henry” and/or “Henry Classification Formula Refresher”

FBI’s Top Ten Reasons for Rejects and How to Prevent Them (External)

This overview is designed to provide an understanding of the reasons for fingerprint and criminal history rejections and how they can be prevented in future submissions.

Role of Facial Recognition in Social Media (Internal)

Friend requests, pokes, status updates, videos and pictures, and facial recognition are part of the social media of today. Is this just a tool or is there more I need to know? Join us as we discover how facial recognition is being used in social media and find out what you need to know.

The Skull: Undercover Blueprint

Did you ever wonder how the skull relates to your identification and the world of biometrics? The skull can provide clues to assist in proving who you are, so join us to uncover the mystery.

Tier 2—FBI Friction Ridge Examiner Certification Preparation (Internal)

This course consists of a power-packed review with independent and group study, class discussion, practical exercises, and criterion tests in all aspects of the scientific basics of fingerprints. It will prepare the student with information to study for the FBI CJIS Friction Ridge Certification Test. Upon successful completion of this program and testing, employees will be considered FBI Certified Friction Ridge Examiners (CFRE).

Tier 3—With Moot Court (Internal/External)

This course consists of a three-phased process where participants will be trained, evaluated, and tested in preparation for the International Association for Identification (IAI) Tenprint Certification.