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This document provides a syllabus for a Forensic Photography course offered at the University of Eastern Philippines. The 3-page syllabus outlines the course description, goals, required readings, topics to be covered over 18 weeks, assignments and grading system. It also lists the university and college missions and learning outcomes to provide context.

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Sample Syllabus OBE

This document provides a syllabus for a Forensic Photography course offered at the University of Eastern Philippines. The 3-page syllabus outlines the course description, goals, required readings, topics to be covered over 18 weeks, assignments and grading system. It also lists the university and college missions and learning outcomes to provide context.

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Republic of the Philippines

UNIVERSITY OF EASRTERN PHILIPPINES


University Town, Northern Samar
College of Arts and Communication

2nd Semester, _________________


SYLLABUS
Forensic 1
Forensic Photography
3 Units
___________________________

Dr. Joy Eulin Presado


[email protected]
+63907-166-6870
Consultation Hours:
________________________________

A. University Vision

Academically competitive, research and development focused, public


service-driven and economically sustainable state higher education institution.

University Mission

To offer academic program and services that will effectively transform


individuals into productive citizens of the country and accelerate the development
of high-level professionals who will provide leadership in meeting the demands of
sustainable development and challenges of a diverse and globalized society.

Institutional Learning Outcomes

1. Exhibit proficiency in their chosen field of discipline through their


involvement in various types of employment;
2. Utilize research methodologies that will allow them to generate new
knowledge and address problems and issues and promote
development;
3. Value Philippine historical and cultural heritage;
4. Demonstrate global awareness through responsible global citizenship;
5. Clearly communicate in several modes of delivery (oral, written, and
visual) in English and Filipino; and
6. Manifest high degree of professionalism through observance of ethical
and professional behavior.

College of Arts and Communication Goals

1. To promote the mental and physical well-being of the learners through


the liberal disciplines.
2. To foster awareness of the ethical and social significance as well as
responsibility in the use of interpersonal and the mass media.
3. To give learners a strong sense of fulfillment and concern for the
development of their community and country through:
a. Understanding and promotion of harmonious relations with their
own selves, with others ad with the world;
b. Acquisition of the ability to think logically and critically and
communicate effectively;
c. Appreciation of their role as productive citizens, agents of change,
guardians of cultural heritage and protectors of the ecosystem;
d. Acquisition of skills for problem-solving, decision-making and
planning, and dynamic relationship; and
e. Development of a spirit of self-reliance, national consciousness and
a sense of service to humanity.

Program Learning Outcomes

The graduates of BSCriminology should be able to:

1. Common to all programs in all types of schools:


a. Articulate and discuss the latest developments in the specific field of
practice.
b. Effectively communicate orally and in witing using both English and
Filipino.
c. Work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural
teams.
d. Act in recognition of professional, social and ethical responsibility.
e. Preserve and promote “Filipino historical and cultural heritage.”

2. Common to the Criminal Justice Education

The minimum standards for the Criminal Justice Education program are
expressed in the following minimum set of learning outcomes:
a. Conduct criminlogical research and further studies
b. Ensure public safety and order maintenance
c. Prevent, suppress and control crime
d. Investigate and detect crime
e. Enforce laws, rules and regulations
f. Protect lives and properties

3. Specific to the graduates of the BS Criminology Program:

Graduates of the BS Criminology program equipped with relevant knowledge,


skills, attitude and values shall be able to:
a. Conduct criminological research on crimes, crime causation, victims, and
offenders to include deviant behavior
b. Internalize the concepts of human rights and victim welfare
c. Demonstrate competence and broad understanding in law enforcement
administration, public safety and criminal justice
d. Utilize criminalisitics or forensic science in the investigation and detection
of crime
e. Apply the principles and jurisprudence of criminal law, evidence and
criminal procedure
f. Ensure offenders’ welfare and development for their re-integration to the
community.
4. Common to a horizontal type as define in CMO No. 46, s. 2012
 For professional institution: demonstrate a serive orientation in one’s
profession
 For colleges: an ability to participate in various types of employment,
development activities, and public discourses particularly in response
to the needs of the communities one serves
 For universities: an ability to participate in the generation of new
knowledge or in research and development projects

B. Course Description
The course deals with the study of the history of photography,
technical photography and forensic photography. Police photography shall
also cover the study of Advance Photo System and its application in police
work. This course covers the historical development, principles and
processes of photography in relation to law enforcement and criminal justice.
This includes the evolution of camera, photographic processes and
personalities behind the development of modern photography, use of forensic
light sources and techniques and related laws and jurisprudence in
photography.

C. Course Outline
Week TOPICS
1 Overview of the Course,
The Photography
Definition of Terms
Historical Evolution of Forensic Photography
The Principles of Photography
2 The Photographic Rays – Its Nature and Characteristics
The Light
The Bending of Light
Forensic Light Sources
3 The Photographic Films and Papers

The Black and White Film


The Color Films
The Photographic Papers (Black and White)
The Photographic Papers for Color Printing
4 The Camera and Its Accessories
5
6 Camera
7 Camera Classification
8 Methods of Image Formation
Lens
Inherent Lens Defects
Types of lenses
Focal Length
Methods of Focusing
Parallax
Shutters
Exposure
Photographic Filters
9 Midterm Examination
10 Photographic Printing and Chemical Processing
Chemical Processing
Film processing
Photographic Printing
11 Application of Photography in Police Work
12
13 General Application
Specific Application
Crime Scene Photography
14 Photographic Evidences and Digital Photography
15
16 Basic Rules on Admissibility
Digital Camera
Computer printers
Use of Digital Photography in Law Enforcement
Legal Foundation of Digital Photography
17 Crime Scene Operation Practical Application
18 Final Examination

D. Course Requirements
Attendance
Quizzes
Recitation/Class Participation/Group Activities
Laboratory Exercises/Projects/Crime Scene Operation Practical
Examination
Mid-term Examinations
Final Examinations

E. Required Readings
Waynefred H. Villarba, Forensic Photography.

Waynefred H. Villarba, Forensic Photography Laboratory Manual.

Avelino Aquino, Police Photography – It’s Principles and Practice.

Charles C. Scott. (1942). Photographic Evidences.

Compilation of Police Photography Handouts by Joy E. Presado

F. Suggested Reading
Police Photography by Joy E. Presado: A Review Handout

G. Grading System
Attendance/Behavior/Deportment - 5%
Quizzes - 20%
Recitation/Class Participation - 10%
Crime Scene Operation - 15%
Mid-term Examinations - 25%
Final Examinations - 25%
Total 100%

H. Classroom Policies
1. Wearing of prescribed school uniform and identification cards;
2. Proper haircut for males and wearing of hairnet for females;
3. Observance of proper decorum in the classroom during class hours;
4. Observance of no cheating policy during examinations; and
5. Prompt submissions of course requirements.

Prepared and submitted by:

JOY E. PRESADO, DPA


Subject Professor
Approved:

VIRGINIA G. BALANON, PhD


OIC Dean, College of Arts and Communication

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