Wheeler High School – Honors Forensics
Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester
This an accelerated college prep course that is designed to build upon science concepts from previous courses and apply science to the investigation of crime scenes. Students will learn the scientific protocols for analyzing a crime scene, chemical and physical separation methods to isolate and identify materials, how to analyze biological evidence, and the criminal use of tools, including impressions from firearms, tool marks, arson, and explosive evidence. There will be an emphasis on laboratory techniques, scientific inquiry, speaking and writing skills, as well as evidence evaluation. Students earn an additional 0.5 quality point towards their GPA for this course.
Prerequisites: Biology (85%+) OR H. Biology (80%+) AND Chemistry (85%+) OR H. Chemistry (80%+)
Grades: 11th and 12th grade
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