First Asia Institute of Technology and Humanities

School of Management
COLLEGE OF PUBLIC SAFETY

Course Syllabus in FORENS6

Forensic Ballistics (Firearms Identification)

I. Vision and Mission of FAITH Colleges

Transforming ourselves, transforming the world;

We are an academic community with strong passion for excellence in education.

II. Institutional Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

orm learners with tenacity in using science, technology and the humanities to articulate
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and address real-world issues
fford learners with industry-based opportunities rooted in values formation, civic
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consciousness, environmental protection and spiritual development
mmerse learners in conditions that promote a culture of inquiry, scholarship,
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innovation, and progress
ransform learners’ consciousness of community through extension programs that are
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programmatic, utilitarian, sustainable, and opportunity-building
one all FAITH community members, especially learners to lead in harmonizing a diverse
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technology

III. TS Goals

INSTITUTIONAL
LEARNING OUTCOMES
TERTIARY SCHOOL GOALS
(ILO)
F A I T H
Provide outcomes-based education through seamless integration √ √ √ √ √
of science, technology, and the humanities (INSTRUCTION)
Promote a culture of research and innovation responsive to the √ √ √
needs of the community and industry (RESEARCH)
Contribute to societal growth through relevant and sustainable √ √
extension programs (COMMUNITY)
Emphasize values formation through recognition of professional, √ √ √
environmental, social and ethical responsibility (VALUES)
Work collaboratively and effectively in a multidisciplinary and √ √
multicultural society (TEAMWORK)
Promote industry-desired values of positive work attitude and √ √ √ √ √
good communication skills for continuous learning (LIFE-LONG
LEARNING)
Develop built-in mechanisms for regular continuous quality √ √ √ √ √
improvement of instruction, research and community extension
(CQI)
Offer a system of academic equivalency and accreditation of √ √ √
learning from relevant work experience (ALTERNATIVE LEARNING)
IV. College of Public Safety Vision and Mission
 Vision FAITH College of Public Safety envision itself to be a center of excellence in the
field of criminal justice education.
Mission Committed to produce criminal justice education professionals who have global
perspective in addressing the problem of universal safety.

V. Goals of the College of Public Safety

acilitates the formation of future law enforcers who are adept in all aspects of criminal
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justice viewed from the vantage points of science, technology and humanities
llows future law enforcers to acquire values that inform the recognition, practice, and
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application of essential responsibilities of the criminal justice profession
nstills among future law enforcers competence and confidence in research and
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innovation concerning public safety management
ransforms future law enforcers through the mindset for public safety, community
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building, nationalism, and public service
elps future law enforcers to assume a multicultural and technologically-oriented view of
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public safety management

VI. Graduate Attributes

Uses science, technology and the humanities to articulate and

TENACIOUS
address real-world issues
Engages in industry settings to enhance values formation, civic
ACTION-ORIENTED consciousness, environmental protection, and spiritual
development
Immerses in conditions that promote a culture of inquiry,
PROGRESSIVE
scholarship, innovation, and progress
Facilitates extension programs that are programmatic, utilitarian,
ADAPTIVE
sustainable, and opportunity-building
Leads in harmonizing a diverse and multicultural global society
TRANSFORMATIVE
and in advancing the balance between humanity and technology

VII. Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

FAITH BSCRIM Graduate will:

1. Encourage research and inquiry on the nature, causes, treatment or punishment of
criminal behavior and how criminal justice agencies functions and respond to crime,
criminals and victims.
2. Becomes prepare for careers in crime prevention, law enforcement, scientific crime
detection, correctional administration, public safety and allied fields.
3. Foster the values of leadership, integrity and accountability and responsibility while
serving their fellowmen, community and country.

VIII. Program Outcomes (POs)

The following are the Student Learning Outcomes of the FORENS6

PEO1 PEO2 PEO3
course:
1. Describe the instruments used to examine ballistic evidence,
crime scene processing of ballistic evidence, and presentation √ √ √
of ballistic evidence in court.
2. Evaluate the branches of ballistics, classification of firearms, √ √ √
parts of the ammunition, class and individual characteristics of
firearms.
3. Explain the proper collection, marking and preservation of √ √ √
firearms, fired bullets, and fired cartridge cases.
IX. Course Information

Course Code FORENS6

Course Title Forensic Ballistics (Firearms Identification)
This course intends to provide students fundamental knowledge
regarding branches of ballistics, classification of firearms, classes of
bullet and cartridge case, source and origin of gunpowder, and
primer. Provide basic knowledge in differentiating class and individual
Course Description characteristics found in firearm, bullets and cartridge cases. Identify
appropriate agencies that can handle issues related to firearm
examination and apply knowledge in criminal law, procedure and
evidence in qualifying a case related to firearm investigation and in
court presentation.
Credit Unit/s 5
Lecture Hour/s 3
Lab Hour/s 2
Pre-requisite/
None
Co-requisite

X. Course Outcomes (COs)

Upon completion of the course, student is expected to be able to do the PO

PO1 PO3
following: 2
1. Discuss the history of firearms identification and identify different
branches of ballistics and explain the different attributes and I I
phenomenon related to firearms identification.
2. Learn the importance of scientific equipment and able to operate such
P P
laboratory equipment in identification of firearms.
3. Identify the different parts of firearms, how being made that may lead
D I P
to its identification.
4. Recognize the different caliber and designs of ammunition. I I P
5. Learn the anatomy of ammunitions and its functions. P P D
6. Present the different explosives and describe its characteristics. I I I
7. Illustrate how firearms are made and explain its importance in
P D D
firearms identification.
8. Memorize the theory on firearms identification and memorize the
D I P
problems in firearms identification.
9. Demonstrate the bullet holes on glass and the antecedents on
I I
determining radial and concentric crack.
10. Identify the value of ballistics evidence, chain of custody and its
P I D
relevance to firearms identification and court presentation.
11. Introduce the new technology in firearms identification. I I P
12. Write a ballistics report based on the given specimens in the
D D D
laboratory.

Legend:
I- Introduce
P- Practice Skills with Supervision
D- Demonstrate skills, without supervision
 Outcomes Topics Hour Teaching Assessmen Materials Reference
s and t
Learning
Activities
Discuss the Introduction 3 Interactiv Instructor’s 1. Magtaan, P. et al (2022). Firearms Identification with Laboratory Exercise.
history of to Ballistics e Lecture Quiz Lecture Quezon City: Wiseman Books Trading
firearms and Power Point
identification Discussion Recitation Presentation 2. Barreda, A. (2021). Forensic Ballistics. Quezon City: Wiseman’s Books Trading,
and identify Inc.
different
branches of 3. Grimares, E. (2018). Laboratory Manual in Forensic Ballistics. Quezon City:
ballistics and Wiseman’s Books Trading, Inc.
explain the
different 4. Manlusoc, A. (2016). Forensic Ballistics. Quezon City: Wiseman’s Books Trading,
attributes and Inc.
phenomenon
related to 5. Ibutnante, D. and Manuel, G. (2016). Forensic Ballistics (the science of firearms
firearms identification and practices). Quezon City: Wiseman’s Books Trading, Inc.
identification.
Learn the Scientific 2 Interactiv Quiz Instructor’s 6. Supreme Court (2015). Pp vs Daniel Matibag G.R. No. 206381, March 25, 2015.
importance of Equipment in e Lecture Lecture https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2015/mar2015/gr_206381_2015.html
scientific Firearms and Recitation Power Point
equipment Identification Discussion Presentation 7. Knopov, A. et al (2019). The Impact of State Firearm Laws on Homicide Rates
and able to Laboratory among Black and White Populations in the United States, 1991–2016. DOI:
operate such Exercise 10.1093/hsw/hlz024 (EBSCO Host) -
laboratory https://web.p.ebscohost.com/ehost/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?
equipment in vid=1&sid=c00743d3-2eab-4068-967f-e19f197975a9%40redis
identification
of firearms.
Identify the Firearms 10 Interactiv Quiz Instructor’s
different parts e Lecture Lecture
of firearms, and Recitation Power Point
how being Discussion Presentation
made that Laboratory
may lead to its Exercise Firearms
identification.
Recognize the Ammunition 5 Interactiv Quiz Instructor’s
different e Lecture Lecture
caliber and and Recitation Power Point
designs of Discussion Presentation
ammunition. Laboratory
Exercise Ammunition
s
PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
Learn the Ammunition 10 Interactiv Quiz Instructor’s 1. Magtaan, P. et al (2022). Firearms Identification with Laboratory Exercise.
anatomy of Components e Lecture Lecture Quezon City: Wiseman Books Trading
ammunitions and Recitation Power Point
and its Discussion Presentation 2. Barreda, A. (2021). Forensic Ballistics. Quezon City: Wiseman’s Books Trading,
functions. Laboratory Inc.
Exercise Bullet,
Cartridge 3. Grimares, E. (2018). Laboratory Manual in Forensic Ballistics. Quezon City:
Case, Primer, Wiseman’s Books Trading, Inc.
Gunpowder
Present the Introduction 3 Interactiv Quiz Instructor’s 4. Manlusoc, A. (2016). Forensic Ballistics. Quezon City: Wiseman’s Books Trading,
different to Explosives e Lecture Lecture Inc.
explosives and and Recitation Power Point
describe its Discussion Presentation 5. Ibutnante, D. and Manuel, G. (2016). Forensic Ballistics (the science of firearms
characteristics Laboratory identification and practices). Quezon City: Wiseman’s Books Trading, Inc.
. Exercise Low
Explosives
Illustrate how Arms 7 Interactiv Quiz Instructor’s
firearms are Manufacturin e Lecture Lecture
made and g and Recitation Power Point
explain its Discussion Presentation
importance in Laboratory
firearms Exercise Firearms
identification.

MIDTERM EXAMINATION
Memorize the Forensic 5 Interactiv Quiz Instructor’s 1. Magtaan, P. et al (2022). Firearms Identification with Laboratory Exercise.
theory on Firearms e Lecture Lecture Quezon City: Wiseman Books Trading
firearms Identification and Recitation Power Point
identification Discussion Presentation 2. Barreda, A. (2021). Forensic Ballistics. Quezon City: Wiseman’s Books Trading,
and memorize Laboratory Inc.
the problems Exercise
in firearms 3. Grimares, E. (2018). Laboratory Manual in Forensic Ballistics. Quezon City:
identification. Wiseman’s Books Trading, Inc.
Demonstrate Bullet Holes 2 Interactiv Quiz Instructor’s
the bullet on Glass e Lecture Lecture 4. Manlusoc, A. (2016). Forensic Ballistics. Quezon City: Wiseman’s Books Trading,
holes on glass and Recitation Power Point Inc.
and the Discussion Presentation
antecedents Laboratory 5. Ibutnante, D. and Manuel, G. (2016). Forensic Ballistics (the science of firearms
on Exercise Glass identification and practices). Quezon City: Wiseman’s Books Trading, Inc.
determining
radial and 6. Smart, R. et al. (2020). Impact on Nonfirearm Deaths of Firearm Laws Affecting
concentric Firearm Deaths: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. DOI:
crack. 10.2105/AJPH.2020.305808 (EBSCO Host) -
Identify the Crime Scene 5 Interactiv Quiz Instructor’s https://web.p.ebscohost.com/ehost/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?
value of Processing e Lecture Lecture vid=2&sid=ed6bb47e-9693-4ff2-af0f-a62e952190af%40redis
ballistics and Recitation Power Point
evidence, Discussion Presentation 7. Gunther, C. O. (2020). Markings on Bullets and Shells Fired from Small
chain of Laboratory Arms. Mechanical Engineering, 142(2), 26. (EBSCO Host) -
custody and Exercise Crime Scene
its relevance Simulation https://web.p.ebscohost.com/ehost/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?
to firearms vid=3&sid=b7bec8d8-e9fe-4c27-99e4-82f3dfadb85e%40redis
identification
and court
presentation.
Introduce the The IBIS 3 Interactiv Quiz Instructor’s
new e Lecture Lecture
technology in and Recitation Power Point
firearms Discussion Presentation
identification. Laboratory
Exercise
Write a Ballistics 5 Interactiv Quiz Instructor’s
ballistics Examination e Lecture Lecture
report based and Reporting and Recitation Power Point
on the given Discussion Presentation
specimens in Laboratory
the Exercise
laboratory.
FINAL EXAMINATION
Books:

1. Magtaan, P. et al (2022). Firearms Identification with Laboratory Exercise. Quezon City:

Wiseman Books Trading

2. Barreda, A. (2021). Forensic Ballistics. Quezon City: Wiseman’s Books Trading, Inc.

3. Grimares, E. (2018). Laboratory Manual in Forensic Ballistics. Quezon City: Wiseman’s

Books Trading, Inc.

4. Manlusoc, A. (2016). Forensic Ballistics. Quezon City: Wiseman’s Books Trading, Inc.

5. Ibutnante, D. and Manuel, G. (2016). Forensic Ballistics (the science of firearms

identification and practices). Quezon City: Wiseman’s Books Trading, Inc.

Online Sources:
1. Supreme Court (2015). Pp vs Daniel Matibag G.R. No. 206381, March 25, 2015.
https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2015/mar2015/gr_206381_2015.html
2. Knopov, A. et al (2019). The Impact of State Firearm Laws on Homicide Rates among
Black and White Populations in the United States, 1991–2016. DOI: 10.1093/hsw/hlz024
(EBSCO Host) - https://web.p.ebscohost.com/ehost/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?
vid=1&sid=c00743d3-2eab-4068-967f-e19f197975a9%40redis
3. Smart, R. et al. (2020). Impact on Nonfirearm Deaths of Firearm Laws Affecting Firearm
Deaths: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. DOI: 10.2105/AJPH.2020.305808
(EBSCO Host) - https://web.p.ebscohost.com/ehost/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?
vid=2&sid=ed6bb47e-9693-4ff2-af0f-a62e952190af%40redis
4. Gunther, C. O. (2020). Markings on Bullets and Shells Fired from Small Arms. Mechanical
Engineering, 142(2), 26. (EBSCO Host) -
https://web.p.ebscohost.com/ehost/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?vid=3&sid=b7bec8d8-e9fe-
4c27-99e4-82f3dfadb85e%40redis

Reviewed by:

VENERANDA O. SAJORDA
Library Director

XI. Grading System:

The minimum requirement for a passing grade is a final average of 75% which will be
computed based on the following: Base 20 will be used in the computation of grade.

Grade Component

Behavior/Class Decorum 10%

Activity /Group work/ Class Output 20%

Quiz/ Class Assessment 30%

Laboratory Activities

Major Exams/Laboratory (written) 40%

 Final Rating = 30% Prelim Grade + 30% Midterm Grade + 40% Final Grade

The final grade of the student that will reflect on the Transcript of Record will be given as
reflected in the table below.

Point Below 75- 79- 82- 84- 87- 89- 92-

94-96 97-100
Equivalent 75 78 81 83 86 88 91 93
Very Very Very
Description Fail Pass Good Good Good Superior Excellent
Good Good Good
Final grade 5.00 3.00 2.75 2.50 2.25 2.00 1.75 1.50 1.25 1.00

XII. Committee Members

1. Dr. Tomas L. Cabrillas, Jr.

2. Dr. Philip B. Magtaan

XIII. Date Revised August 2024

XIV. Date Effective August 2024, 1st semester

Prepared by:

DR. PHILIP B. MAGTAAN, RCrim

COPS Faculty

Approved:

DR. TOMAS L. CABRILLAS, JR., RCrim, LL.B.

Dean, College of Public Safety