{"product_id":"9781292139463","title":"Practical Skills in Forensic Science by Jonathan Weyers","description":"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.  ? This third edition of Practical Skills in Forensic Science builds upon the excellent foundation of its predecessors and provides an easy-to-read guide to help you develop the skills you need to succeed. It retains the key features of earlier editions, with a layout that explains the essential elements of practical techniques and procedures in a step-by-step manner to help you understand their application in the context of forensic science.  ? Features include:  ? ? Coverage of a wide range of practical aspects from fingerprint recovery, trace evidence examination, bodily fluid examination and DNA analysis, as well as broader skills such as tackling numerical problems and passing exams.    ? ? Case examples,?guidelines for?documentation and reporting results, plus advice on?the legal aspects of forensic science provide you with an understanding of the professional role of a forensic scientist.    ? ? New material on personal development planning, learning styles, e-learning and avoiding plagiarism.    ? ? Updated sections on software for graphical and statistical analysis.    ? ? Worked examples and `How To' boxes provide practical guidance and support.    ? ? Key points highlight critical features of methodology.    ? ? Use of margin tips, definitions and illustrations throughout.    ? ? Additional sources of further study identified for every chapter.    ? ? Safety notes highlight specific hazards and appropriate practical steps to minimise risk.  ? ? Study exercises (and answers) in each chapter help to reinforce learning.  ? 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 Chancellor's Award Fellow in Ecology, Environmental Science and Zoology at the University of Dundee, UK.\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback \/ softback","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56312188633461,"sku":"9781292139463","price":54.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781292139463.jpg?v=1762820938","url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/products\/9781292139463","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}