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Science: Forensic Science (Elective)

“The Christian faith of the early scientists gave them more than presuppositions; it also gave them motivation. They believed that in studying nature they were discovering the wisdom and power of the Creator and were thus honouring Him.” James F. Jekel

OVERVIEW

Students will learn the importance of using good scientific techniques to collect evidence from crime scenes. They will be introduced to DNA technology and how to prepare, analyse and report the finding. Students will gain a greater appreciation of the concepts of Justice and Ethics and how they are important considerations when conducting field work. Students will learn to appreciate the need for Forensic Science in a fallen world and they can play a role in ensuring justice is administered correctly and to consider the ways in which people can use scientific knowledge and methods to meet particular needs.

SUBJECT LENGTH

  • 5 periods per cycle
  • This unit is offered in Semester 2 only

TOPICS INCLUDE

  • Fingerprinting
  • How to investigate a crime scene
  • DNA and genetics
  • Blood and Blood typing
  • CSI: Forensic techniques
  • Historical Forensics
  • Ethics and Justice

PREREQUISITES

  • Levy Cost

 ASSESSMENT

  • Assignments / Project Work 50%
  • Practical Investigations and Reports 50%

 “But ask the animals, and they will teach you, or the birds in the sky, and they will tell you; or speak to the earth, and it will teach you, or let the fish in the sea inform you. Which of all these does not know that the hand of the Lord has done this? In his hand is the life of every creature and the breath of all mankind.” Job 12:7-10