- Basic principles, methods, materials and techniques of Criminalistics; basic principles of, physics, statistics and photography as related to Criminalistics; principles of scientific instruments and apparatus used in a Criminalistics laboratory; criminal procedure and crimes; report writing.......- Examining and comparing evidence related items in the form of bullets, cartridge cases, and other ammunition components- Perform caliber and general rifling characteristics determinations on bullets- Test for firearm function and safe operations- Perform tool mark comparisons- Restore obliterated serial numbers- Download ammunition and test fire a variety of firearms- Respond to crime scenes and subsequently assist in the processing of those scenes- Collecting and transporting evidence- Preparing scientific reports and visual aids- Utilize computer applications as they relate to laboratory proceduresSpecialties: - Strong knowledge in various PC applications such as