Photographic Evidence

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Many investigators often fall into the trap of obtaining photographic images or video which are of poor quality and of little evidential value. Unfamiliarity of the equipment, incorrect exposure, blur, camera shake, poor focus and lack of experience causes many problems.

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Qualification – Level 4 Certificate in Covert Surveillance Operations

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If you have the Level 4 Award in Covert Surveillance Operations and are wishing to ‘up skill’ to the Level 4 Certificate, this training qualifies you to pass Unit 9, Unit 10 and part of Unit 12.

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Course Content

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This is a very ‘hands on’ course’ and you will be out for most of the time taking images, which includes daytime and night-time exercises. The training will teach you:-

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Digital Still Photography

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• Basic principles of still photography (exposure, speed, apertures, focal length, ISO).

• Basic photographic skills.

• Advanced photographic skills in relation to surveillance (low light, telephoto lenses).

• Day & Night Practical Photographic Exercises.

• Covert Methods & Techniques.

• Post Processing adjustments in Photoshop.

• Continuity of digital evidence.

 

Video Filming & Editing

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• Basic principles of video settings

• Basic video techniques.

• Rapid deployment cameras.

• Common mistakes with video.

• Video editing and output.

 

Accommodation

 

First class self catering accommodation is available on site at a Cost of £50.00 per night or we can provide details of local guest houses.

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