Forensic Detectives
With the popularity of shows such as Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) the true nature of forensic science is often glamorized. As a result, TV viewers don’t have a true understanding of the field. Although DNA fingerprinting is a useful technique for forensic scientists, it certainly isn’t the only method used to solve crimes. Through a series of forensic labs and activities, participants will experience forensics in a more realistic fashion than conveyed during prime time.
In this camp, participants will:
- use techniques employed by real CSI experts to analyze a "crime scene" and collect evidence;
- analyze evidence collected at a "crime scene" such as fibers, fingerprints, footprints, hair, and blood;
- investigate how forensic anthropology can be used to identify victims;
- perform a real DNA fingerprint with their own DNA using a Bioanalyzer; and
- learn more about specific fields of forensic science including pathology, fire science, and forensic psychology.
Forensic Detectives is limited to alumni of World of Enzymes entering grade 8, or students entering grade 9.
Tuition is $400 and includes all materials. Forensic Detectives runs Monday through Thursday 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., and Parent Participation Day is Friday 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.