CENTRAL PHILIPPINES STATE UNIVERSITY

Kabankalan City, Negros Occidental

COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE EDUCATION

OBE COURSE SYLLABUS in FORENSIC 6 – FORENSIC BALLISTICS
2nd Semester, S.Y. 2021-2022

VISION

CPSU as the leading technology-driven multi-disciplinary University by 2030.

MISSION
CPSU is committed to produce competent graduates who can generate and extend leading technologies in multi-disciplinary areas beneficial to the community.

GOAL

To provide efficient, quality, technology-driven and gender-sensitive products and services.

CPSU QUALITY POLICY

CPSU commits to deliver quality higher and advanced education through instruction, research, extension, production and administrative support services.
We shall endeavor to:

Continually improve its Quality Management System (QMS) at par with International standards;
Provide timely, efficient and effective delivery of products and services;
Satisfy the needs and expectations of the customers and relevant Interested parties; and
Uphold applicable statutory, regulatory, organizational and International standard requirements

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PROGRAM OUTCOMES
a. Common to All Types of School
a.1. Articulate and discuss the latest development in the specific field of practice (PQF level 6 decriptor);
a.2. Effectively communicate orally and in writing using both English and Filipino;
a.3. Work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams (PQF level 6 description);
a.4. Act in recognition of professional, social, and ethical responsibilities;
a.5. Preserve and Promote “Filipino historical and cultural heritage” (based on RA 722);

b. Specific to Criminal Justice Education Program

b.1. Conduct criminological research and further study.
b.2. Ensure public safety and order maintenance
b.3. Prevent, suppress and control crime
b.4. Investigate and detect crime
b.5. Enforce laws, rules and regulations
b.6. Protect lives and properties.

c. Specific to the graduates of the BS Criminology Program

c.1 Conduct criminological research on crimes and causation, victims and offenders to include deviant behavior;
c.2 Internalize the concepts of human rights and victim welfare;
c.3 Demonstrate competence and broad understanding in law enforcement and administration, public safety and criminal justice;
c.4 Utilize criminalistics or forensic science in the investigation and detection of crime;
c.5 Apply the principles and jurisprudence of criminal law, evidence and criminal procedure;
c.6 Ensure offenders’ welfare and development for their re-integration to the community.

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PROGRAM OUTCOMES
PROGRAM OUTCOMES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
Foster the values of leadership, integrity, accountability, and  Conduct seminars and symposiums to be down by uniformed
responsibility while serving their fellowmen, community and personnel in order for them to have symbolism.
country;  Conduct seminar and workshop to improve courtesy, discipline
and leadership.
 Involve and Indulge students in a community program.
Prepare the students for careers in crime prevention, law  Apply the principle of Police Code of Ethics.
enforcement, scientific crime detection and correctional  Demonstrate, practice and apply the police works-principles in
administration; preventing crimes.
 Demonstrate, practice and apply methods in scientific crime
prevention.
 Explain the purpose of correctional administration.
 Conduct seminars and symposiums to be done by uniformed
personnel from PNP, BJMP, BFP.
Encourage research and inquiry on the nature, causes treatment  Write research proposals on the causes of crimes and treatment.
or punishment of criminal behavior and how criminal justice  Conceptualize and implement scientific research.
agencies respond to crime, criminals and victims  Utilize conducted research in law enforcement.

COURSE OUTCOMES
1. Know the definition, history and branches of firearms and tol marks identification.
2. Learn the origin, history, classification and components of firearms and ammunition.
3. Gain knowledge on the use of different scientific equipment used in firearms and tool marks identification.
4. Appreciate the importance of firearms and tool marks identification as part of the search for truth and pursuit of justice.
5. Recognize the value of handling firearms properly and safely.
6. Realize the worth of properly recognizing, collecting, marking, preserving and transmitting firearms and fired evidences.
7. Execute thorough crime scene search for pieces of firearms and fired evidence.
8. Write a comprehensive firearms and tool marks examination.

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I. PROGRAM : Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Education

II. COURSE NUMBER : FORENSIC 6

III. COURSE TITLE : FORENSIC BALLISTICS

IV. COURSE DESCRIPTION : This course involves a scientific study of firearm identification with the used of laboratory examination. The subject gives the emphasis
on the study of ammunition, projectiles, gunpowder, primer and explosives including the use of the bullet comparison microscope. It also
deals in the microscopic and macroscopic examination of firearm evidences and the preparation of the report for legal proceedings in
the solution of cases involving firearm.

V. CREDIT : 5 units

VI. CREDIT HOURS : 3 hours lecture/week

VII. COURSE PREREQUISITE :

VIII. LEARNING PLAN

Desired Learning Outcomes Time Teaching and Resource

(DLO) Course Content References Frame Learning Assessment Task s
(hrs) Activities Materials
At the end of the chapter , the Chapter 0. Course Orientation 1 hour Oral quiz  Rubric
students must have: and the Institutional Vision, Student’s Manual (Memorization) in Oral
Mission, Core, Values, and Syllabus and Course Flexible learning quiz
1. Familiarize the course Outline using Chatroom,
Outcomes
description, general Program SOP’s and
board resolution group chat, and
desired objectives, class 1. Course Description, google classroom
policies. General Desired
2. Internalize and Memorize Objectives, Class Policies
the University Vision, 2. The University Vision,
Mission, Values, and
Mission, Values and
Outcomes of
Outcomes of the College/program policy.
College/program policy.
3.
At the end of the chapter, the CHAPTER 1 Forensic Ballistics” Asynchronous Paper and pencil  Rubric
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students must have: a. Introduction Ariel Manlusoc Teaching and test in Oral
b. Definition and Origin of Wiseman’s Books Learning Oral quiz quiz
1. Identified and differentiated Ballistics Trading Activities
the different Branches of c. Branches of Ballistics
Ballistics 1. Upload
2. Defined the term Ballisitcs
“Forensic Ballistics” Module in the
10 hrs
The Science of google
1. 2st to 3rd Individual activity
firearms identification week Classroom
enhancement
and practices” and FB
Group Chat exercises such as
PSUPT GEORBY C
to be quizzes
MANUEL, DSC
DR. DENNIS I downloaded
IBUTNANDE, Ph. D. by students.
CRIM, DPA 2. Self-paced
Learning

Synchronous
Teaching and
Learning
Activities

Engaged group
discussion in the
Google Meet or
other platforms as
to the convenience
of the student

At the end of the chapters, the

CHAPTER 2
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students must have: a. Evolution of Firearms Forensic Ballistics” Asynchronous

b. Man behind firearms Ariel Manlusoc Teaching and
1. Acknowledge the persons c. Important dates in the Wiseman’s Books Learning Handouts
behind the discovery of development of firearms Online quiz (google
Trading Activities
firearms 15 HRS forms)
2. Commit to their memory CHAPTER 3 4TH to 6TH 1. Upload Textbooks
WEEK
the important dates in the “Forensic Ballistics” Module in the
a. Firearms : It’s Nature and Individual activity
development of firearms Classification google Rubrics
The Science of enhancement
3. Defined technically the b. Definition of Firearms, firearms identification Classroom
Firearms Classification of Firearms and FB exercises such as
and practices”
4. Identified the different parts c. Firearms nomenclature and Group Chat quizzes
PSUPT GEORBY C
of firearms miscellaneous types of firearms to be
MANUEL, DSC
DR. DENNIS I downloaded
IBUTNANDE, Ph. D. by students.
CRIM, DPA 2. Self-paced
Learning

Synchronous
Teaching and
Learning
Activities

Engaged group
discussion in the
Google Meet or
other platforms as
to the convenience
of the student

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Asynchronous Paper and Pencil

Forensic Ballistics” Teaching and test Handouts
At the end of the chapter, the CHAPTER 4 Ariel Manlusoc Learning Oral quiz
students must have: Wiseman’s Books 10 HRS
Activities
a. Ammunition 7TH to 8TH Textbooks
Trading
1. Defined technically the b. Definition, Origin, types of WEEK 1. Upload Module in
Ammunition Ammunition Online quiz (google
the google Rubrics
c. Classification of Cartridges and forms)
Shotgun cartridges “Forensic Ballistics” Classroom and FB
2. Tell the difference as to the
The Science of Group Chat to be
classification of cartridges and
firearms identification downloaded by Individual activity
shotgun cartridges
and practices” students. enhancement
PSUPT GEORBY C exercises such as
MANUEL, DSC 2. Self-paced quizzes
DR. DENNIS I Learning
IBUTNANDE, Ph. D.
CRIM, DPA
Synchronous
Teaching and
Learning
Activities

Engaged group
discussion in the
Google Meet or
other platforms as
to the convenience
of the student

Google Forms

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At the end of the unit, the CHAPTER 5 Forensic Ballistics” 10 HRS Asynchronous Paper and Pencil Handouts
students must have: Ariel Manlusoc 9TH to 10TH Teaching and test
a. Projectile WEEK Learning Oral quiz
Wiseman’s Books
1. Defined what is a Projectile b. Definition, Origin, Different Activities Textbooks
Trading
2. Be acquainted to the Classification of bullets and
different classification of miscellaneous types of bullets 1. Upload Module in Rubrics
Online quiz (google
bullets and it’s the google
“Forensic Ballistics” forms)
characteristics Classroom and FB
The Science of
Group Chat to be
firearms identification
downloaded by Individual activity
and practices”
students. enhancement
PSUPT GEORBY C
MANUEL, DSC exercises such as
2. Self-paced
DR. DENNIS I quizzes
Learning
IBUTNANDE, Ph. D.
CRIM, DPA
Synchronous
Teaching and
Learning
Activities

Engaged group
discussion in the
Google Meet or
other platforms as
to the convenience
of the student

MIDTERM EXAM

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Asynchronous
Forensic Ballistics” 5 HRS Teaching and Paper and Pencil Handouts
At the end of the unit the CHAPTER 6 Ariel Manlusoc 11TH WEEK Learning test
students, must be able to: Wiseman’s Books Oral quiz
Activities
a. Cartridge case Textbooks
Trading
1. Identify the functions of b. Definition, functions of the 1. Upload Module in
cartridge case cartridge case the google
2. Defined the essential parts Online quiz (google
c. Parts of the cartridge case and Classroom and FB Rubrics
“Forensic Ballistics” forms)
of Cartridge case classification of cartridge cases Group Chat to be
The Science of
firearms identification downloaded by
and practices” students. Individual activity
PSUPT GEORBY C enhancement
MANUEL, DSC 2. Self-paced exercises such as
DR. DENNIS I Learning quizzes
IBUTNANDE, Ph. D.
CRIM, DPA Summative test
Synchronous
Teaching and
Learning
Activities

Engaged group
discussion in the
Google Meet or
other platforms as
to the convenience
of the student

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“Forensic Ballistics” Online quiz (google Handouts

At the end of the unit the CHAPTER 7 Asynchronous forms)
students must have: The Science of Teaching and Textbooks
a. Primer 5 HRS Learning
firearms identification 12TH WEEK
Identified the parts of a Primer b. Definition, Development of Activities
and types of priming mixture and practices”
Ignition System, Parts of the Rubrics
PSUPT GEORBY C
primer and types of primer 1. Upload Module in
MANUEL, DSC
construction the google
DR. DENNIS I Classroom and FB
IBUTNANDE, Ph. D. Group Chat to be
CRIM, DPA downloaded by
students.

“Forensic Ballistics” Handouts

At the end of the unit the CHAPTER 8 The Science of Asynchronous Online quiz (google
students must have: 5 HRS Teaching and forms)
firearms identification
a. Propellant 13TH WEEK Learning Textbooks
and practices”
1. Defined explosives b. Definition of propellant or gun Activities
PSUPT GEORBY C
powder Rubrics
2. Exposed to the different MANUEL, DSC
c. Development of gun powder 1. Upload Module in
types of gunpowder DR. DENNIS I
d. Types of gun powder the google
IBUTNANDE, Ph. D. Classroom and FB
CRIM, DPA Group Chat to be
downloaded by
students.

“Forensic Ballistics” Online quiz (google

At the end of the unit the CHAPTER 9 The Science of 5 HRS Asynchronous forms) Handouts
students must have: 14TH WEEK Teaching and
firearms identification
Firearms Characteristics Learning
and practices”
1. Exposed to the stages in Activities Textbooks
a. Manufacture Barrel PSUPT GEORBY C
the manufacture of the
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Barrel b. The Breechface MANUEL, DSC 1. Upload Module in

2. Identified the types of rifling c. Characteristics of Firearms DR. DENNIS I the google Rubrics
IBUTNANDE, Ph. D. Classroom and FB
CRIM, DPA Group Chat to be
downloaded by
students.

Forensic Ballistics” Summative test Handouts

At the end of the unit the CHAPTER 10 The Science of Asynchronous
students must have: firearms identification Teaching and
a. The Forensic Ballistic Problems 5 HRS Learning Textbooks
and practices” 15TH WEEK
Recognized the advance b. Basis of Firearm Identification Activities
PSUPT GEORBY C
concepts of marking the bullet, c. Principles of Bullet Identification Rubrics
MANUEL, DSC
cases and firearms and Shell Identification 1. Upload Module in
DR. DENNIS I the google
IBUTNANDE, Ph. D. Classroom and FB
CRIM, DPA Group Chat to be
downloaded by
students.

2. Self-paced
Learning

Synchronous
Teaching and
Learning
Activities

Engaged group
discussion in the
Google Meet or
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other platforms as
to the convenience
of the student

CHAPTER 11 Forensic Ballistics” Handouts

At the end of the unit the Asynchronous
The Science of
students must have: Teaching and
a. Investigation of Ballistic Case firearms identification
5 HRS Learning Textbooks
1. acquaint in the application b. Procedure at the Crime Scene and practices” 16TH WEEK
of Science in Crime c. Search, Collectiion, PSUPT GEORBY C Activities
detection Preservation and Transmittal of MANUEL, DSC Rubrics
2. Demonstrate the different 1. Upload Module in
Physical (Ballistics) Evidence DR. DENNIS I
searching method the google
IBUTNANDE, Ph. D. Classroom and FB
CRIM, DPA Group Chat to be
downloaded by
students.

2. Self-paced
Learning
Forensic Ballistics” Asynchronous
The Science of Teaching and Handouts
At the end of the unit the CHAPTER 12 5 HRS Actual
firearms identification Learning
students must have: 17TH WEEK demonstration
and practices” Activities
1. Identified the different Scientific Instruments used in Textbooks
Firearms Identification PSUPT GEORBY C
Instruments used in 1. Upload Module in
MANUEL, DSC
Firearms Identification the google Rubrics
DR. DENNIS I
2. Experienced to use the Classroom and FB
IBUTNANDE, Ph. D.
bullet comparison Group Chat to be
CRIM, DPA
microscope downloaded by
students.

2. Self-paced

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Learning

FINAL EXAM

IX. COURSE REQUIREMENTS :

1. Course Portfolio (Compilation of the individual activity)
2. Handouts
3. Midterm Exams (Passed)
4. Final Exams (Passed)

X. GRADING SYSTEM :
1. Cognitive
Knowledge- 50%
Exams 60%
Quizzes 40%
2. Psychomotor
Skills - 40%

Individual Activity 50%

Worksheet
Assignment 50%
3. Affective
Attitude- 10%
Timeliness and 50%
Promptness on the
Submission of the
Output
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Attendance 50%
Total 100%

XI. REFERENCES:
1. Forensic Ballistics The Science of firearms identification and practices” PSUPT GEORBY C MANUEL, DSCDR. DENNIS I IBUTNANDE, Ph. D. CRIM, DPA
2. Forensic Ballistics”Ariel Manlusoc Wiseman’s Books Trading

XII. RESOURCE MATERIALS:

A. Rubrics

POINTS (RATINGS) CRITERIA

100% (Excellent) All answer is correct. The answer/ideas/concepts are well organized. Assumptions and justifications are described
properly based on the presentation. The evidences are clear and based on what they are thinking in relation to their
understanding. The answer shows positive attribute of good communication skills/manipulative skills/reflective and
critical thinking. The submitted work manifests quality which meets beyond the submitted expected output.

85% (Very Good) Answer is correct. The answer/ideas/concepts are not organized. Assumptions and justifications are at least described
properly based on the presentation. The evidences are at least clear and based on what they are thinking in relation to
their understanding. The answer shows to near positive attribute of good communication skills/manipulative
skills/reflective and critical thinking. The submitted work almost manifests quality which meets beyond the submitted
expected output.

75% (Satisfactory) The answer has a minor error. The answer/ideas/concepts are not well organized. Assumptions and justifications least
describe are not necessarily presented. The evidences are not clear properly organized based on what they think. The
answer does not necessarily show positive attribute of good communication skills/manipulative skills/reflective and
critical thinking. The submitted work does not necessarily meet the submitted expected output.

60% (Poor) Answer is incorrect. The answer/ideas/concepts are not organized, but there are evidence of trying to solve/accomplish
what is being asked. The submitted work does not meet the expected output.

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B. Course Mapping
COURSE TITLE PROGRAM OUTCOMES

RELATIONSHIP TO PROGRAM a. a. a. a. a. b. b. b. b. b. B. c. c. c. c. c. c.
OUTCOME 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6
1. Know the definition, history and branches
of firearms and tol marks identification. P P
2. Learn the origin, history, classification and
components of firearms and ammunition. P
3. Gain knowledge on the use of different
scientific equipment used in firearms and tool P
marks identification.

4. Appreciate the importance of firearms and

tool marks identification as part of the search P
for truth and pursuit of justice.

5. Recognize the value of handling firearms

properly and safely.

6. Realize the worth of properly recognizing,

collecting, marking, preserving and P
transmitting firearms and fired evidences.

7. Execute thorough crime scene search for

pieces of firearms and fired evidence

8. Write a comprehensive firearms and tool

marks examination.

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Legend: I – Introduce P- Practice D- Demonstrate

Prepared by : MEL JOHN J. CASIO, RCRIM Date: ______________________________

Name of Faculty

Reviewed by : RAYMOND ROLIN D. HILADO, MSCJ Date: _____________________________

Department Head

MOODY S. DEOCARES, Ph.D Date: _____________________________

Campus Administrator

Recommended by : CHERRY MAE M. POCULAN, Ph. D. Date: _____________________________

Campus Dean of Instruction

Approve by: FERNANDO D. ABELLO, Ph. D Date: _____________________________

Vice President for Academic Affairs

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