Welcome to Forensics Back to School Night

Mr. Mazzella Background Education 29th year in Education Manhattan College BE and ME East Stroudsburg University MEd 29th year in Education 19th Year at NHV District Several of roles Contact Information lmazzella@nhvweb.net 908-713-4199 extension 5432

Objectives-Forensics Give students an appreciation for the science used to solve crimes Prepare the students for their “next class” The Lens of Forensics Communication through the language of Forensics Critical Thinking and 21st Century Skills

Needs Binder and Notebook Writing Utensils Positive Attitude

Grades Types of Assignments Total Points Mirror Principle

Expectations Academic Behavioral Pay attention. Take notes. Participate in discussions and activities. Follow instructions – Written and Oral. Follow all safety rules. Complete assignments. Behavioral Be on time and ready to learn. Have respect for yourself, your classmates, your teacher, and your classroom. All safety rules apply

Course Topics Introduction to Forensics Impressions Hair and Fibers Prints Tool Marks Bite Marks Hair and Fibers Chromatography Forgery Drugs Blood and Blood Splatter DNA Ballistics