Forensic Science

Science

Curriculum

Course Title: Forensic Science

Department: Science

Units of Study:

· Observation

· Crime Scene Investigation

· Hair

· Fiber and Textiles

· Fingerprints

· Toolmarks, Casts and Impressions

· Forensic Anthropology

· Blood Chemistry

· Blood Spatter

· DNA Analysis

· Handwriting Analysis, Forgery and Counterfeiting

· Forensic Entomology

· Firearms and Ballistics

· Toxicology

Curriculum-Based Assessments: N/A

Standardized Assessments: N/A

Description of Course: Forensic Science is the application of science for solving crimes. Forensics has become a comprehensive subject incorporating Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Entomology, Earth Science, Anatomy and Physiology as well as other aspects of Science. Students will apply their knowledge to solve problems using critical thinking. Data collection and analysis is the central tenet of this course. Major topics include processing a crime scene, collecting and preserving evidence, identifying types of physical evidence, organic and inorganic analysis of evidence, hair, fibers, and paint, toxicology, arson and explosion investigations, serology, DNA, fingerprints, firearms, and document analysis. These tools will be used to solve fictional crimes with fictional crime scenes.