Period 4 Forensics
Period 6 Forensics
Period 8 Forensics
FORENSICS AND INVESTIGATIVE SCIENCE Grades 11 - 12
Recent advances in scientific methods and principles have had an enormous impact upon law enforcement and the entire criminal justice system. This course is intended to provide an introduction to understanding the science behind crime detection. Emphasis is placed upon understanding the science behind the techniques used in evaluating physical evidence. Topics included are blood analysis, organic and inorganic evidence analysis, microscopic investigations, hair analysis, DNA, drug chemistry and toxicology, fiber comparisons, paints, glass compositions and fragmentation, fingerprints, soil comparisons, and arson investigations, among others.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of at least one Regents science course and a passing grade on at least one Science Regents exam.
Full Year 1 credit
Contact Information and Extra Help
Email: jbaca@nyackschools.org
I am available for extra help during lunch on B and D days and by appointment. Due to meetings and other obligations, please schedule extra help in advance.
