Careers in Forensics

Provides an introduction to the field of forensics, focusing on the work done by fire examiners and arson and explosives investigators, identifying the skills, education, and training needed to do the jobs, discussing opportunities and future trends in the field, and including a look at typical on-the-job experiences. Chapter Titles: When Fire Becomes a Force of Evil, The Many Tasks of Forensic Fire Examiners, Special Preparation for a Special Career, Forensic Careers in Arson and Explosives Investigation, An Open Career field.