Course description
Understand the origins of stress and shock waves and apply experimental techniques and analysis to evaluate and interpret shock data.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
This course is aimed at non-specialists from a variety of backgrounds who would like to learn the fundamental principles of forensic firearms and ballistic investigations.
An appropriate degree or relevant work experience within a forensic field are required.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
What you will learn
On successful completion of this module you should be able to:
- Analyse the behaviour of stress and shock waves
- Evaluate strain gauge data
- Model blast and impact on simple structures
- Design an experiment to test and validate the effect of shock on a material
Training Course Content
Core content
- Introduction to wave maths (optional 2 hours at start of module) Introduction to stress waves and shock waves
- Use and interpretation of strain gauges and strain gauge data Foundations in modelling impact on simple structures
- Applications of shock (geology, mining, bio, material properties, detonics, weapons)
- Practical experience of shock experimental set up, analysis and interpretation
Course delivery details
Course structure
One course per year. Each course lasts for 5 days.
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