The Crime Scene: How Forensic Science Works (Paperback)

~ (Author), Wendy S. Becker (Author)
Key Phrases: crime scene team leader, sketch preparer, probative items, Laura Lake, Frequently Asked Questions, Sam Livingston (more...)

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Product Description

The Crime Scene: How Forensic Science Works is filled with black-and-white and color photos that capture the scene in a crime investigation. You are taken into the mind of a forensic scientist as they analyze a homicide from the time that it happens to the time it is solved.  

 

As you take the journey into the crime, you will learn about what it takes to uncover evidence using new technology that let's you see well past the naked eye.

 

Expertly written and filled with scientific information for the student studying forensic science, or the individual interested in learning more about a career path in criminal science, The Crime Scene: How Forensic Science Works takes you beyond what you hear on the news into a world of examination and discovery.

About the Author

Wendy S. Becker , PH.D

 

Wendy is an industrial-organizational psychologist who teaches Human Resource Management and Motivation, Productivity, and Change Management in UAlbany’s School of Business.

 

W. Mark Dale, MBA

Mark is currently the Director of the Northeast Regional Forensics Institute (NERFI) at the University at Albany, State University of New York providing education in forensics biology, chemistry, and computer science.

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Kaplan Publishing; 1 edition (December 4, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1427796327
• ISBN-13: 978-1427796325
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #183,858 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Forget CSI and 24!, April 4, 2008

By	Peter E. Grosett (New York, NY) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Forget CSI and 24! "The Crime Scene: How Forensic
Science Works" tells the real story. This book is a
fascinating look into the who, what, where, and why of
crime scene evidence, including not just the science,
but the psychology behind what can motivate or derail
members of the crime scene team. I especially liked
the real-life crime scene narrative that was featured
in every chapter. This followed an actual homicide
from EMS to court case; the actual 'lessons' of the
text were applied to this real case. I also found
that the 'Frequently Asked Questions' seemed to cut
right to the chase in terms of the chapter's main
findings. Great text for students or anyone interested
in this ever-evolving science. Five stars!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Informative!, March 31, 2008

By	Larry King - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book has provided great insight into the techniques of forensic science. It is quite obviously written by an expert in the field who has seen many, many cases. No doubt that a reader will learn vast knowledge of the subject.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Crime Scene: How Forensic Science Works, March 30, 2008

By	Science groupie (Rochester, NY) - See all my reviews

Great introductory book to the science of forensics. The authors have written a concise and readable text that will speak to those who are considering a career in forensics, high school and college students who need an overview of forensic science--what it is, what it involves and what an individual needs to get there and to lay people who are just curious about the area of forensics. The format is interesting and filled with much information. This is a good read!