Honors Forensic Detectives: The Science of Solving Accidents

Become a detective of disasters, learning how to uncover the secrets behind
structural failures, fires, and vehicular mishaps using the principles of forensic engineering.
Uncover the truth and prevent future incidents by cracking cases involving materials from actual
crime and accident scenes.

This course is distinct from Honors Forensic Science and offers a unique learning experience. You
can take these courses independently and do not require sequential enrollment.

Requirements:
●Prerequisites: B or higher in Language Arts/English and completion of Biology I
and Math III through your local high school or NCVPS
● Materials/Textbook: Materials will be provided on loan from NCSSM. Due to potential
graphic material in some of the modules, parents are asked to sign a permission slip.
● Site Requirements: Facilitator assistance will be required to set up labs and proctor
assessments. Ready access to a computer with internet and web conferencing
capabilities. Headphones equipped with built-in microphones are recommended for
shared spaces.