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Forensic Science
Course Id: 1474

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Course Overview
Institution	zzzThe VHS Collaborative (SB)
Subject	Sciences Electives
Education Level	High School
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Course Description
Forensics will provide students with an in-depth knowledge of techniques and strategies used by forensic scientists. They will learn the steps involved in analyzing a crime scene in order to provide evidence that will be admissible in a court of law. Emphasis is placed on the investigative process. They will get a detailed knowledge of the industry in order to explore the potential for careers in forensic science.

Students will research different methods that forensic scientists use to solve crimes and analyze crime scene data to solve crimes themselves. Topics include collecting evidence, fingerprinting, blood-typing, ballistics, trace evidence, anthropology, and of course, DNA!

Learning Objectives:

*Gain a thorough understanding of forensics and its applications.

*Develop an appreciation for the investigative process.

*Discover potential career opportunities in the field of forensic science.

Academic Content:

Biology and Chemistry

Kinds of Assignments:

Activities will involve researching the methods that forensic scientists use to analyze a crime scene by reading relevant websites, and discussing findings with classmates. Students will also be asked to analyze evidence and draw appropriate conclusions based on the evidence. There will be projects requiring students to solve a crime based on physical evidence that is presented.

Projects Required:

*Research Paper

*Crime Scene Analysis

This course requires a proctored final exam

Delivery Method

Internet

Real-Time Web-Based Teacher Access

Prerequisites
Biology

Course Materials
Virtual High School will have course materials, if any, shipped directly to students. While there is no additional cost for course materials, there is an additional charge for shipping. Students are required to return such course materials to course instructor upon completion of the course.

Courses and course detail are subject to change without notice.