Course Overview
Grade Level: 11
Course Code: LDC2256
Credits Earned: 3
Materials: No
Prerequisite (one required):
Science 10: 50%
Science 14: 50%
CSI anyone? Discover how evidence from crime scenes is gathered and analyzed. Explore the principles behind fingerprinting, breathalyzers, polygraphs, and DNA analysis. Apply what you learn to the analysis of real-life crimes, including the Laci Peterson murder, the infamous John Dillinger case, the Zodiac killer case, the O.J. Simpson case, the Atlanta Child Murders, and the tragic death of Princess Diana. There is a supervised final exam in this course.
Note: Due to the graphic nature of the course material and its focus on real events, this course may not be suitable for everyone. This course includes discussions about substance abuse, rape, and semen analysis. It also involves experiments using simulated blood made from household materials.