Forensic Science
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Forensic Science
Teacher: Hannah Hatfield
hhatfield@enterprisechools.net
Course Description: Our study of Forensic Science will include five main areas of study – impression evidence, trace evidence, chemical evidence, biological evidence, crime scene investigation, and laws. Our focus will remain on the analysis of evidence using the different sciences and scientific procedures. In addition, case studies and crime scene scenarios will be used to develop an understanding of the issues emerging as the science of forensics continues to develop.
Supplies Needed:
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3-ring 1” binder with pockets or plastic pocket folder with prongs
- Loose leaf paper
- Pencils and/or pens
Lab Fee: $22.00
Remind Codes (text 81010 to sign up)
1st Block: @ehscsi1
2nd Block: @ehscsi2
4th Block: @ehscsi4
Class Expectations:
Be Ready
- Come to class on time and prepared with necessary materials.
- Be seated and started on the posted warm up assignment when the tardy bell rings.
- Be mentally present and prepared to focus, learn, collaborate, and cooperate.
Be Respectful
- Engage in appropriate, positive interactions with all others sharing our classroom.
- Treat others and their property with kindness and courtesy.
Be Responsible
- Follow all directions given.
- Stay on task until the task is done.
- Do your best until you know better. When you know better, do better.
Cell Phone Policy
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- All personal devices (including earbuds) are to be put away and silenced in the classroom.
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The class can earn brief “screen time” during transitions by meeting expectations.
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There will be 1 verbal warning given about inappropriate use of devices before action is taken.
Grading Policy: **Parents/Students are responsible “at all times” to check PowerSchool for grades.
Classwork and Current Events: 30%
Tests, Labs, and Projects: 70%
Final Exam is 20% of your final grade for the course.
Agenda
Week Unit
Week 1 Safety and Measurements
Week 2 Introduction to Forensics Laws
Week 3 Observation Skills
Week 4 Crime Scene Investigation and Evidence Examination
Week 5 The Study of Hair
Week 6 A Study of Fibers and Fabrics
Week 7 Fingerprinting
Week 8 Crime Scene Evaluation
Week 9 DNA Profiling
Week 10 DNA Profiling
Week 11 Blood and Blood Spatter
Week 12 Drug Identification and Toxicology
Week 13 Death: Meaning, Manner, Mechanism and Time
Week 14 Forensic Entomology and Anthropology
Week 15 Crime Scene Evaluation
Week 16 CAT Talks
Week 16 Handwriting Analysis, Forgery, and Counterfeiting
Week 17 Facial Recognition
Week 18 Ballistics
*The information on this outline is subject to change. Adjustments in time frames may be necessary during the course of study.
Because this class does cover crime and crime scenes, items of a graphic nature will be used. These items may contain picture of real crime scenes, evidence, victim’s bodies, and other materials. All of these materials will be used in a manner that facilitates learning, and will not promote crimes and murders for entertainment. The learning process that will occur in this class are to help students understand how to work crime scenes and possibly solve crimes, as well as prevent them in the future.
I am looking forward to having your student in my classroom!
Sincerely,
Hannah Hatfield