ANGELES UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION

Angeles City
COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE EDUCATION

COURSE SYLLABUS IN CRIMIN 1

CRIMIN 1 - PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION (LECTURE AND LABORATORY)
____ Semester, A.Y. _________________
COURSE CREDIT: 4 Units

WEEKLY CONTACT HOURS: 5 Hours (3 hrs. lec.; 2 hrs lab)

PRE-REQUISITE: CRIMSOC 1

A. COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course deals with the study of personal identification with emphasis on Dactyloscopy, Poroscopy, Edgeoscopy and
Ridgeology. The Classification Systems such as Henry, Galton, NCIC, AFIS Systems are also explored in this subject.
The course covers other varied methods of personal identification such as Anthropometry, DNA fingerprinting,
Odontology, and other means which are less scientific but has practical value in the study of Personal and Criminal
Identification.

B. COURSE OBJECTIVES

By the end of the course, you should be able to: 1) create a timeline of the science of personal identification; 2)
compare and contrast the various methods of personal identification; 3) validate the dogmatic principles involved in
the study of fingerprint; 4) recognize the various fingerprint patterns based on the requisites; 5) individualize
fingerprints through the analysis of discernible minutiae; 6) systematically demonstrate the methods of classifying
fingerprint patterns; 8) develop, lift and preserve latent fingerprint impressions; 9) demonstrate the proper
fingerprint taking procedures and methods; 10) classify, sort, file and retrieve fingerprint records; and (11) prepare
accurate and detailed forensic examination reports.

C. GRADING SYSTEM

The grade of a student in college is computed as follows:

a. Preliminary Grade
(Class Standing x 2) + (Prelim Exam Rating)
3
b. Semi-Final Grade (Mid Term)
(Class Standing x 2)+Semi-Final Exam Rating + Prelim
3
Grade
2
c.
Final Grade
Class Standing + (Final Exam Rating x 2) + Semi Final
3
Grade
2

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Note: The Class Standing will be taken from recitation, quizzes, seatwork, themes, experiments, laboratory work, class
reports, projects and the like.

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TOPIC
Introduction and Overview of the Course; History of Identification Science
Significance of Personal and Criminal Identification
Methods of Personal Identification (Ordinary Methods vs Scientific Methods of Personal Identification)
Dogmatic Principles of Fingerprint Identification
Early Studies on the Uses of Fingerprints
General Uses of Fingerprints; Application of Fingerprinting to Forensics; Legal Aspects of Fingerprinting
Allied Sciences of Fingerprints; Fingerprint Patterns and Rules on Interpretation; Prelim Exams
Types of Ridge Formations; Type Lines and Pattern Areas; Rules on Delta and Core Locations;
Fingerprint Recording; Equipment Used in Taking Fingerprint Impressions; Methods used in producing rolled and plain
Fingerprint Impressions
Points to consider in Taking Legible Fingerprints Steps in Taking Fingerprint Standards; Techniques of Taking
Fingerprints from people with temporary or permanent disabilities and of that of a Dead person
Fingerprint Record Classification Systems (Henry System, Galton, NCIC, AFIS)
Systematic Application of Henry Classification Formula and its Rules; Six Divisions of the Henry Classification System
Primary and Secondary Classification
Sub-secondary and Major Classification
Final and Key Classification System; Rules on Mutilated/Amputated/Missing Fingers and Scarred Friction Skin;
Additional Rules and the FBI Extension System
Basic Steps in NCIC Coding System and IAFIS Coding System
Latent, Patent and Plastic Fingerprint impressions; Techniques and Methods of Developing, Lifting and preservation of
Chance Impression
Analysis, Comparison, Evaluation and Verification Process (ACE-V) Final Examination

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CRIMIN 1 PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION (LECTURE/LAB) DR. ALFIE P. SARMIENTO

Learning Outcome
enumerate the systematic uses of personal
identification in criminal investigation and in
other government functions;
create a timeline of the development of
methods of personal identification; and
judge the effectiveness of ordinary methods
and scientific methods of personal
identification.

define important terminologies related to

personal identification;
compare and contrast the allied sciences of
Fingerprints;
theorize the basis of uniqueness and
permanence of friction ridge skin;
summarizes past studies on fingerprinting as a
science; and
recall prominent people behind the allied
sciences of identification

define the eight fingerprint patterns;

draw the different ridge events/details;
illustrate the major parts of a fingerprint;
identify the proximate location of the Core and
Delta; and
categorize the fingerprint patterns according to
the three major families of patterns.
demonstrate the proper techniques and steps
in taking clear and legible fingerprint
impressions;
practice fingerprint recording using the
appropriate equipment in taking rolled and plain
impressions; and
modify fingerprint taking procedures to suit
special conditions like taking fingerprints of the
dead (post-mortem fingerprinting).
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Topic

Methodology

Resources

Introduction and Overview of the

Course
History of Identification Science
Significance of Personal
Identification in Criminal
Investigation
Ordinary Methods of Personal
Identification
Scientific Methods of Personal
Identification
Fingerprint Science
Allied Sciences of Fingerprints;
Dogmatic Principles of
Fingerprint Identification
Early Studies on the Uses of
Fingerprints
General Uses of Fingerprints
Application of Fingerprinting to
Forensics
Legal Aspects of Fingerprinting
Friction Ridge
Fingerprint Patterns and Rules
on Interpretation
Types of Ridge Formations;
Type Lines, Pattern Areas and
Focal Points;
Rules on Delta and Core
Locations

Exploratory Lecture
Instructor Led discussion
Visualization Exercises
Library Research Work

LCD Projector
PowerPoint Presentations
Laboratory Workbook
Textbook in Dactyloscopy

Graded Presentation
Quizzes
Workbook exercises

Assessment

Exploratory Lecture
Instructor Led discussion
Visualization Exercises
Library Research Work

LCD Projector
PowerPoint Presentations
Video Clip (Milestone in Friction
Ridge Examination)
Anatomy of the Skin Model
Laboratory Workbook
Textbook in Dactyloscopy
Scientific Journals (IAI)
SWGFAST Glossary

Graded Presentation
Quizzes
Workbook exercises

Exploratory Lecture
Instructor Led discussion
Visualization Exercises
Library Research Work
Student Reporting

Graded Presentation
Quizzes
Workbook exercises

Fingerprint Recording;
Equipment Used in Taking
Fingerprint
Impressions;
Methods used in producing rolled
and
plain
Fingerprint
Impressions
Points to consider in Taking
Legible Fingerprints Steps in
Taking Fingerprint Standards;

Exploratory Lecture
Instructor Led discussion
Visualization Exercises
Laboratory Experiments
Group Dynamics
Library Research Work

LCD Projector
PowerPoint Presentations
Video Clip (How to Compare
Fingerprints The Basics)
Various Visual Aids
Ridge Pointers and magnifiers
Laboratory Workbook/Textbook
in Dactyloscopy
SWGFAST Glossary
LCD Projector
PowerPoint Presentations
Video Clip (How to Take
Fingerprints)
Fingerprint Taking Table
Fingerprint Ink and Rollers
Fingerprint Cards
Laboratory Workbook
Textbook in Dactyloscopy

Graded Presentation
Graded Demonstration
Quizzes
Workbook exercises

Techniques
of
Taking
Fingerprints from people with
temporary
or
permanent
disabilities and of that of a Dead
person
Fingerprint Record Classification
Systems (Henry System, Galton,
NCIC, AFIS)
Systematic Application of Henry
Classification Formula and its
Rules; Six Divisions of the Henry
Classification System
Rules
on
Mutilated/Amputated/Missing
Fingers and Scarred Friction
Skin; Additional Rules on the FBI
Extension System
Basic Steps in NCIC Coding
System and IAFIS Coding
System

execute in a systematic manner the steps in

deriving the fingerprint classification formula;
demonstrate ability in ridge counting and
tracing of fingerprints;
recall the symbols or codes applied in the
various classification systems;
distinguish the salient points of each
classification systems;
adapt special rules in classifying Scarred,
Amputated or Missing fingers; and
manage filing, sorting and retrieval of
fingerprint records.

justify the best methods of developing chance

impressions judging the substrate and matrix;
manage the crime scene and effectively
process items with evidentiary value;
demonstrate skillfully the techniques in
development, lifting and preservation of latent
prints;
complete the ACE-V process as applied to
friction ridge examination; and
compose factual and accurate fingerprint
examination reports adopting suggested range
of conclusions and acceptable statement of
examination findings.

Latent, Patent and Plastic

Fingerprint impressions;
Techniques and Methods of
Developing, Lifting and
preservation of Chance
Impression
Analysis, Comparison,
Evaluation and Verification
Process (ACE-V)
Fingerprint Identification Report
Writing

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SWGFAST Glossary

Exploratory Lecture
Instructor Led discussion
Visualization Exercises
Classification Exercises
Small Group Discussions
Group Reporting
Library Research Work

LCD Projector
PowerPoint Presentations
Fingerprint Records
Fingerprint Examination Table
Laboratory Workbook
Textbook in Dactyloscopy
SWGFAST Glossary

Graded Presentation
Graded Demonstration
Quizzes
Workbook exercises

Exploratory Lecture
Instructor Led discussion
Visualization Exercises
Laboratory Experiments
Crime Scene Processing
Simulation
Group Dynamics
Group Reporting
Library Research Work

LCD Projector
PowerPoint Presentations
Video Clip (1) Digital Story
Telling Fingerprint Analysis;
(2) Latent Print Analysis; (3)
Overview CSIPix; (4)
Automated Fingerprint
Identification System
Crime Scene Room
Fingerprint Powders
Chemical Reagents
Fingerprint Brush (Assorted)
Fingerprint Developing Station
Shadowgraph
Stereoscopic Microscope
Fingerprint Comparator
Ridge Counters and Magnifiers
CSIPix Software
Laboratory Workbook
Textbook in Dactyloscopy
SWGFAST Glossary

Graded Presentation
Graded
Demonstration/Simulation
Moot Court Presentation
Role Playing
Quizzes
Workbook exercises

D. SUGGESTED READINGS AND REFERENCES:

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Prepared by:

Vinluan & Buenavista. (2012) Advance Techniques in Dactyloscopy with AFIS. Wiseman Books Trading, Quezon City
Trozzi et al (200) Processing Guide for Developing Latent Prints U.S. Department of Justice: FBI
Agas, Bautista, Guevara & Tatoy. (2009) Criminalistics. Wiseman Books Trading, Manila
Seigel, Ray. (2007) Forensic Science: The Basics. CRC
Tilstone et al. (2006) Forensic Science: An Encyclopedia of History, Method and Techniques. ABC CLIO
Collins, Clarence. (2006) Fingerprint Science: How To Roll, Classify, File and Use Fingerprints. Wadsworth and Thomson
World Forensic Science. (2006) Thomson/Gale
McCartney, C. (2006) Forensic Identification and Criminal Justice: forensic Science, Justice and Risk, UK, Willan
Hoover, John Edgar, (1999). The Science of Fingerprints. U.S.A
Solis, Pedro. (1987) Legal Medicine. Quezon City: R.P. Garcia Publishing Co.
Henry, E.R. (1900) Classification and Uses of Finger Prints. George Routledge and Sons, Broadway, Ludgate Hill, London
Faulds, Henry ( ) Dactylography (The Study of Fingerprints). Halifax Milner & Company

DR. ALFIE P. SARMIENTO

Asst. Dean

Evaluated and Approved by:

DR. LUCIA M. HIPOLITO

Dean

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