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History, Biology, & Ridgeology Concepts

EndedGeorgia Forensic Academy

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Course Description

The purpose of this 40-hour course is to teach students the history and scientific basis for comparative analysis of friction ridge skin. This course will cover topics such as history of fingerprint science, types of patterns and their interpretation, biology of friction ridge skin, orientation of ridge flows, and how to document deformations, natural, hereditary, or mechanical in nature of friction ridge skin. Students are required to bring a fingerprint magnifier with a Henry disc and a pointer. Students are encouraged to bring a laptop computer with Microsoft capabilities.


Cancellation Policy

If an attendee is unable to attend the course for any reason, they may substitute by arrangement via email to Kayla Neal at kneal@piedmont.edu. Piedmont University and the Georgia Forensic Academy are not responsible for travel arrangements, travel fees, hotel accommodations, or any other expenses incurred by you as a result of any cancellations. If Piedmont University or the Georgia Forensic Academy cancels a course, you will be notified via the email address that you provided when registering. Please be sure to provide a valid email address.


Contact Details

  • Georgia Forensic Academy

    1021 Central Avenue, Demorest, GA, USA


1021 Central Ave, Demorest, GA 30535
(706)894-4219

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