Objectives

At the conclusion of this module the student should be able to

choose the ideal modality for message delivery considering the purpose location, and audience,
describe how to effectively present technical information verbally,
describe how to organize thoughts before writing,
describe how to create an extended outline for writing,
organize papers using bullet points with consideration to flow and style,
describe what is required for a forensic report,
describe the guidelines for writing a forensic report,
know the courtroom structure and personnel within the court ,
know basic courtroom procedures and protocols,
define the general rules of evidence, discovery, and admissibility,
define the general qualifications necessary before being allowed to testify as an expert witness,
describe the appropriate demeanor and attire while providing testimony,
describe the courtroom setting and how to present technical testimony and evidence,
describe the ethical considerations when presenting testimony and the impact of providing faulty or erroneous evidence,
describe basic techniques for handling hostile attorneys.