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Fingerprint Classification I
Course: AJS213AB

First Term: 2014 Fall
 Lecture   1 Credit(s)   1 Period(s)   1 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S - Standard Load


Description: Identification of typelines, deltas, and cores. Rules for classification of loops, whorls, and arches.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Identify major characteristics of fingerprints, including typelines, deltas, and cores. (I)
2. Identify, describe and classify loops, arches, and whorls. (II, III)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Identification of Major Fingerprint Characteristics
   A. Typelines
   B. Deltas
   C. Cores
II. Classification of Loops
   A. Major Characteristics
      1. Delta
      2. Sufficient Recurve
      3. Looping Ridge
      4. Ridge Counting
   B. Differences between Radial and Ulnar Loops
III. Classification of Arches
   A. Plain Arches
   B. Tented Arches
      1. Angular
      2. Upthrust
      3. Loop-type
      4. Arbitrary

 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: May 27, 2014

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