Forensics

Welcome to Forensic Science 2023-2024

Dear Students: 

Welcome to Forensic Science with Mr. Pradhan. 

I am deeply committed to your success in Forensic Science and beyond. Forensic Science is a fascinating field of study. Please review this information to help you on this successful journey into the world of Forensics. My commitment to you is to help you achieve a high standard of learning and success in this course. 

In this course you will learn the fundamentals of a criminal investigation and how it is applied in a court of law. You will learn by doing; process crime scenes, analyze lab data, conduct scientific investigations, interact with guest speakers, explore the Internet and become familiar with various texts. Students will use technology to participate in activities that closely resemble those used by law enforcement personnel, forensic scientists and district attorneys. 

I have posted the syllabus (course outline) and grading policies. We will try to cover as many topics as we can with your positive attitude and collaboration. I will be updating my website regularly and periodically posting your assignments, so it’s your job to regularly visit my website for the updated information. 

I am excited as you are and let’s try to make this class interesting, have fun and work together to have a great school year!!!!! 

Mr. Yatin Pradhan


Late Work Policy

HONORS COURSES

Minor - 10 points off per day for 5 days and then zero

Major - 10 points off per day for 5 days and then until end of quarter to turn in for max of 50

CP COURSES

10 points off per day, max of 60 if turned in by end of unit, max of 50 if turned in after the unit . 

*DAY IS DEFINED BY CLASS PERIOD*

Student absences: excused or unexcused or due to suspension, these are not affected by this policy as they can turn in work for no penalty if done in a reasonable time frame according to GCSD board policy. 


GRADING SCALE

Major Assignments (Unit Exams, Projects, Laboratories) - 60%

Minor Assignments (Quizzes, Classwork, Homework) - 40%

A: 100 - 90

B: 89 - 80

C: 79 - 70

D: 69 - 60

F: 59 and below