Thursday HS (PM2A) – Introduction to Forensic Science

ONE YEAR CLASS:

This class will be a two-semester alternative lab science course for high school credit as either a 3rd year of science or science elective after science requirement has been met. It will be a fascinating study of over twenty scientific disciplines. It offers investigative work to the judicial system. Master Books’ Intro to Forensic Science from a Biblical Worldview reveals God as the Author and Designer of science and the need for Christian investigators reporting to the judicial system. It was developed to teach students how to use keen observational techniques, understand the disciplines that make up forensic science, and apply them while seeking the Kingdom of God first. Due to recent television shows and movies based on forensic science, students need to be able to differentiate between real forensic science and “Hollywood” forensic science. In every lesson, applicable Scripture is woven throughout the text, along with practical labs, and review materials. Case studies are included to raise the students’ awareness of some of the most famous crimes in history, both solved and unsolved, while examining real investigative practices, time frames, and judicial results. Because of the sensitive nature of the case studies, this course is recommended for 11th and 12th-grade students.

*Students will need a handheld pocket microscope (suggest Mini Microscope 60x-120x LED Lighted Portable Handheld Pocket Microscope – Amazon $9.99)