Adam, Craig
Essential Mathematics and Statistics for Forensic Science
- ISBN 13:
- 9780470742532
- author:
- Adam, Craig
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wiley
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 366
- Dimensions:
- 24.2 x 16.6 x 2.2 cm
- Genre:
- Forensic Medicine
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
This comprehensive introduction to mathematical and statistical tools for forensic science provides a solid foundation for students embarking on a degree course in this field. The book develops essential quantitative analysis techniques, focusing on the use of graphs and calculations associated with experimental work.
Forensic applications are extensively covered, including ballistics trajectories, post-mortem cooling, and DNA profiling, with numerous examples and self-assessment problems to aid student learning. This accessible text is an invaluable resource for students and professionals alike, providing a broad scope of topics specifically tailored to the forensic science undergraduate degree.
With its unique blend of mathematics and statistics, this book offers a valuable reference for post-graduate students and forensic professionals, ensuring a strong understanding of the calculations and techniques required in the analysis and interpretation of experimental measurements.