Investigation of Water Related Deaths+Forensic Evidence
What you'll learn
- Document training hours on your resume
- List common terminology related to water related deaths
- Recognize the different types of drowning
- Describe investigative techniques and apply these techniques to case studies
- Explain biological changes affecting water related death victim
- Recognize pathological findings associated with water deaths
- Recognize challenges associated with “water forensics”
- Develop learning experience needed for entry level forensic positions
Requirements
- Keen interest in crime scene investigation
- Knowledge in the importance of forensic evidence
- General interest in forensic science
Description
COURSE UPDATED APRIL 2020
Enroll in this course and start learning how the forensic experts investigate water-related deaths. Gain valuable skills so you can start your CSI career!
Drowning is defined as death occurring within 24 hours of a submersion event. Death by drowning is very common and it can occur in fresh or saltwater.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS COURSE INCLUDES IMAGES SOME MAY CONSIDER GRAPHIC AND/OR DISTURBING. BY REGISTERING FOR THIS COURSE YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND ACCEPT THE ABOVE NOTICE.
This course will explain the common process of a drowning death, how the body reacts to this process, and the most common forensic evidence observed in bodies pulled from the water. Learning from these lectures will help you gain a better understanding that not all victims found in water are a result of drowning. As a crime scene investigator, you will experience and be witness to many types of scenes--including water-related scenes. Taking this course can prepare you for what you may encounter related to a water-related scene and what evidence you may be required to collect and document.
The course will also review the challenges facing a forensic pathologist in determining a drowning diagnosis, which will help you understand why forensic evidence is so important in cases and what type of information you can get from evidence. Knowing the many challenges forensic pathologists face, you will have a better understanding of what pathologists need to do their job and as a result, you become a better and stronger team member.
Lectures include:
Expert testimony from a forensic expert who specializes in water-related deaths. She has testified in many cases including the Drew Peterson case. Read about it in lecture 16.
Includes downloadable material, A Guide for Manner of Death Classification. This is a 30-page guide that will help you understand how and why drowning deaths are classified.
Learn the importance of continued forensic training is included. Training is the #1 way you can set yourself apart from others competing for the same forensic position.
Benefits of Taking This Course
Knowledge. Case studies and scene pictures are reviewed so you will be able to reinforce the concepts introduced throughout earlier lectures. This results in you having a better appreciation of these unique scenes.
Experience. You want a forensic career but how do you get experience? Knowing different aspects of forensic investigations and circumstances increase your analytical skills needed in forensic science.
Terminology. As a forensic student working toward becoming a forensic professional, you need to know the forensic language. Understanding what you're reading--professional journal article or autopsy report--provides professional proof. You can speak the 'forensic talk'.
Certificate. After completing this course, make sure your print the certificate. This is another way to boost your credentials as a serious forensic student.
Although prior knowledge of medical terminology and the forensic investigation process is recommended, it is not required for this course because the terms will be explained and defined the terminology. Knowing these forensic terms increases your overall learning experience and increase your comprehension when reading case reports.
This course has over 10 supplemental materials that will reinforce the concepts introduced.
Training is important and should be part of your overall plan in launching your forensic career. Use this course as part of your training hours listed on your resume.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS COURSE INCLUDES IMAGES SOME MAY CONSIDER GRAPHIC AND/OR DISTURBING. BY REGISTERING FOR THIS COURSE YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND ACCEPT THE ABOVE NOTICE.
Enroll now and start training for your forensic career. And don't forget: once you've completed this course you can place this training topic on your resume along with the completed certificate!
Who this course is for:
- Recent College Graduate
- Recent High School Graduate
- Anyone Interested in Forensic Science
- Forensic teachers, educators, and professors
- Students who need specific forensic training for entry level job applications
Instructor
![Terri Armenta](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 64 64"%3E%3C/svg%3E){kind=avatar}
- 4.3 Instructor Rating
- 157 Reviews
- 1,434 Students
- 3 Courses
Your Success is My Goal. I've been teaching for close to 20 years, specifically in Forensic Science, Criminal Investigations, Criminal Justice courses, as well as being a career mentor. During this time I've been an adjunct professor for several local colleges, a guest lecturer for a major organization, and have had the pleasure of teaching students of various ages and backgrounds.
What Do You Want to Learn?
Would you like to learn how to start a forensic career?
Are you wondering how to investigate a crime scene?
Wondering how to start networking with (forensic) professionals?
Looking for ways in how to market your resume?
Wondering how to create and develop a professional portfolio?
Looking for courses to help you train in becoming a forensic professional?
As a credentialed teacher, I've had my students investigate mock crime scenes, created a hands-on forensic training curriculum for both high school and college students, introduced forensic techniques via hands-on training laboratory activities, facilitated career seminars, and sponsored student involvement in professional workshops.
In addition, I created a niche of providing guidance to students by developing on-site career training courses, providing guides of how students can market their resumes and find internships, advising students the pros/cons of social media in marketing their career, and teaching the #1 secret to getting noticed on LinkedIn (believe it or not, many students still don't use LinkedIn for career creation or career advancement).
Several years ago, I realized the need of continued training for students interested in starting a career in forensic science, thus I founded Forensic Training Unlimited LLC (FTU), which is located in Southern California. FTU offers hands-on training, workshops, seminars, and online training courses specifically designed for students who want a career as a forensic professional. Currently, many of my former students are now working as Crime Scene Investigators, Death Investigators, Private Investigator, Forensic Nurses, Forensic Technicians, Autopsy Attendants, Fingerprint Specialists, and in various law enforcement positions.
I have several POST (Peace Officers Standards of Training) certificates, have trained with the Los Angeles County Coroner, Orange County (CA) Sheriff Department, and hold professional memberships in Southern California Association of Fingerprint Officers, International Association for Identification, Latino Peace Officers Association, and the California State Division of the International Association of Identification. I have a MS in Forensic Investigations and I'm a contributing writer to Death Investigator Magazine.
I am passionate about bringing students closer to their forensic career goals and I'm proud to be considered a career mentor to students--of any age.
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