Training and performance measures for novices to the area of fingerprint analysis.

The data accessible here represents the training tool used with novice students prior to an assessment of their performance in a fingerprint matching task (Stevenage and Pitfield, 2016; Stevenage and Bennett, in preparation) [1,2]. The training tool was compiled following semi-structured interviews with practicing fingerprint experts within the UK (Stevenage and Pitfield, 2016) [1], and has been verified as being a useful summary document by a subset of these experts. Also provided are the performance data of trained student participants on a fingerprint matching task.

Data from a fingerprint matching task with experts, trained students and untrained novices.

The data described here provide standard performance measures following administration of a fingerprint matching task to expert analysts, trained students and novice control participants. Measures include accuracy on 'same' and 'different' trials, and the associated measures of sensitivity of discrimination (d') and response bias (C). In addition, speed of correct response is provided.

Fact or friction: Examination of the transparency, reliability and sufficiency of the ACE-V method of fingerprint analysis.

Three studies are presented which provide a mixed methods exploration of fingerprint analysis. Using a qualitative approach (Expt 1), expert analysts used a 'think aloud' task to describe their process of analysis. Thematic analysis indicated consistency of practice, and experts' comments underpinned the development of a training tool for subsequent use.