Forensics Science

Forensics Course outline 2016-2017

Mr. Kaminsky

Email: [email protected]

Phone:

Youtube page for review videos: search “teacher kaminsky”, then click Forensics

Web Site: (Very Important!)

I expect you to go to your google classroom. Go to classroom.google.com and enter code

UVAODYJ

This site will have all the classwork and homework assignments, lectures, and information you need for this class. Check this every day! If you are a parent and would like to see assignments email me at [email protected] for the classroom code.

Materials for this class: (I expect you to have this every day you come to class)

* Pen or Pencil * Earbuds

* Binder (1” or 2”)                                           * Chromebook (when you are assigned it.)            * Thinking cap

 Course Overview:

In Forensics, students conduct field and laboratory investigations about solving a crime scene. They implement scientific methods and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. This class will contain many project based assignments analyzing different types of evidence.

 Units

1st Semester

1- Lab Safety and the Scientific Method

2- Introduction to Forensics

3- Crime Scene Investigation

4- Trace Evidence (Hair, fibers, paint and glass)

5- Firearms and tool marks

2nd Semester

6- Fingerprints

7- Forensic Biology (DNA)

8- Toxicology

9- Forensic Anthropology

10-Handwriting, ink, and paper analysis

 When you enter class, do the following

In each 9 week period there will be 3 exams, 1 major project, at least 9 quizzes (1 per week), homework, and laboratory reports.  

Exams/Projects = 35%

Quizzes = 25%

Lab reports and other assignments = 25%

Homework and participation = 15%

Midterm and Final = 20% of final grade

Exams

You will have an exam every 3 weeks that will consist of the material learned during those three weeks. You will have 3 tests every 9 week grading period.

Quizzes

You will have at least 1 quiz each week that are sequential and based on material learned during the week. You can redo low quiz grades by coming to tutoring. You will have 9 quizzes every 9 week grading period.

Homework

Homework will be assigned every monday and will be due that Friday. Check the google classroom for your homework assignments.

Classroom Expectations and consequences

I will show you the utmost respect while in class and I expect you to do the same. Remember the golden rule!

The following infractions will occur in a level 1 OFI (opportunity for improvement)

• excessive talking after redirection
• inappropriate use of cell phone or chromebook
• not following classroom procedures after redirection
• dress code violation (no hats or tattoos showing)
• minor incidents involving profanity

The following major infractions will result in a referral, see handbook for other offenses

• PDA
• Profanity directed towards peer or teacher
• Fighting

Backpacks & Books

All backpacks and books will be kept against a wall in the lab area. The reason for this is to keep the aisles clear and take away the temptation that will disrupt your learning. Take the things you need for the class to your desk.

Lab reports and other assignments

Understanding concepts in biology requires competence in successful laboratory work and assignments completed outside the classroom. All work assigned will be submitted to me by the due date. Late work will only be accepted until the following school day, and can receive up to 70% of the grade earned.

Tutoring

I will be available for tutoring/lecturing in the mornings (beginning at 8:00am) every day. Please watch the review video for the unit before coming to tutoring. After school tutoring is also available on request.