Introduction to Forensic Science (Online – Edmentum)

Course Title: 
Introduction to Forensic Science
Course Description: 

HSED9022, HSES303 9th–12th GradeCredits: 5 CSU/UC Approved for “G”This course is designed to introduce students to the importance and limitations of forensic science and explore different career options in this field. They also learn to process a crime scene, collect and preserve evidence, and analyze biological evidence such as fingerprints, blood spatter, and DNA samples. Moreover, they learn to determine the time and cause of death in homicides and analyze ballistic evidence and human remains in a crime scene. Finally, they learn about forensic investigative methods related to arson, computer crimes, financial crimes, frauds, and forgeries.

School Information: 
District: 
Options for Youth - All Locations
State: 
CA
Yes

Requested competency code:

Approved: 
Approved: 
No

Approved competency code:

Denied: 
Deferred: 
Deferred: 
Yes
Date: 
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
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