Practical Skills in Forensic Science by Alan Langford Paperback Book

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Practical Skills in Forensic Science by Alan Langford, John Dean, Rob Reed, Jonathan Weyers, Allan Jones If 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. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Author Biography ALAN LANGFORD is Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader in Criminology and Forensic Sciences at Northumbria University, UK; JOHN DEAN is Professor of Analytical and Environmental Sciences and Director of the Graduate School at Northumbria University, UK; ROB REED is Professor of Biomedical Science and Director of Undergraduate Science Programs at CQUniversity, Australia; \ DAVID HOLMES is Director of Collaborative Programs in Applied Sciences at Northumbria University, UK; JONATHAN WEYERS is Director of Quality Assurance at the University of Dundee, UK; and ALLAN JONES is Senior Lecturer and Chancellors Award Fellow in Ecology, Environmental Science and Zoology at the University of Dundee, UK. Table of Contents 1 Essentials of practical work 2 Health and safety 3 Making measurements and observations 4 SI units and their use 5 Scientific method and design of experiments 6 Working with liquids 7 Basic laboratory procedures 8 Principles of solution chemistry 9 pH and buffer solutions 10 Introduction to microscopy 11 Setting up and using microscopes 12 Sample preparation 13 DNA analysis – fundamental principles 14 Chromatography 15 Mass spectrometry 16 Basic spectroscopy17 Atomic spectroscopy 18 X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy 19 Infrared and Raman spectroscopy 20 Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy 21 Immunoassay 22 Electrophoresis 23 Personnel and recording the scene 24 Collecting evidence – basic principles 25 Digital evidence 26 Investigating fingerprints 27 Footwear marks and impressions 28 Investigating other marks 29 Document analysis 30 Analysis of biological fluids 31 DNA analysis – forensic applications 32 Analysis of hair 33 Analysis of skeletal remains 34 Forensic odontology 35 Forensic entomology 36 Forensic botany 37 Alcohol analysis 38 Forensic toxicology 39 Bulk drug analysis 40 Analysis of paint 41 Analysis of glass 42 Analysis of fibres 43 Firearms and ballistic evidence 44 Analysis of fires and explosions 45 Finding and citing published information 46 Using online resources 47 Evaluating information 48 Word processors, databases and other packages 49 Using Spreadsheets50 Fundamental principles of quantitative chemical analysis 51 Calibration and quantitative analysis 52 Using graphs 53 Presenting data in tables 54 Hints for solving numerical problems 55 Descriptive statistics 56 Choosing and using statistical tests 57 Chemometrics and advanced statistics 58 General aspects of scientific writing 59 Giving a spoken presentation 60 Writing a forensic statement and presenting evidence in court 61 Reporting practical and project work 62 Writing essays, literature surveys and reviews 63 Organising a poster display 64 The importance of transferable skills 65 Managing your time 66 Working with others 67 Taking notes from lectures and texts 68 Learning and revising effectively 69 Assessments and exams 70 Preparing your curriculum vitae Details ISBN1292139463 Author Allan Jones Year 2018 ISBN-10 1292139463 ISBN-13 9781292139463 Media Book Publisher Pearson Education Limited Series Practical Skills Publication Date 2018-11-01 Format Paperback Pages 672 Edition 3rd Imprint Pearson Education Limited Place of Publication Harlow Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2018-11-01 NZ Release Date 2018-11-01 UK Release Date 2018-11-01 Birth 1912 Death 1982 Affiliation Oxford University Position Author Qualifications Ph.D. Edition Description 3rd edition DEWEY 363.25 Audience Undergraduate We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:123770887;

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