CSI Forensic Science Evaluate the clues to determine the criminal! Can your students be super sleuths? Enquire Now Crime scene investigation in your science class! This forensic science workshop is designed to intrigue students who enjoy their science mixed with a bit of drama. Highly engaging, even for teachers! Your science students work in groups finding clues via; Fingerprinting and blood typing. Facial reconstruction via computer and real models. Hair and fibre analysis. Fluorescence of oils, plant identification and DNA comparisons. Latent image detection, chromatography and shoe impression casting! Evidence collection and more… Time is also spent discussing why crime scene are isolated from the public, why certain evidence is more valuable than others and why a clear chain of evidence is needed from crime scene to the eventual court case. Trustpilot Quick Links Past projects Requirements Cost per Science Show Free Science Resources Back to Secondary Science Incursions 150 Free Experiments Fizzics in the Media Australian Curriculum Mapping for all science workshops & shows Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: Mixtures, including solutions, contain a combination of pure substances that can be separated using a range of techniques (ACSSU113) The transmission of heritable characteristics from one generation to the next involves DNA and genes (ACSSU184) Science knowledge can develop through collaboration and connecting ideas across the disciplines of science (ACSHE223) and (ACSHE227) Science and technology contribute to finding solutions to a range of contemporary issues; these solutions may impact on other areas of society and involve ethical considerations (ACSHE120), (ACSHE135) and (ACSIS199) People can use scientific knowledge to evaluate whether they should accept claims, explanations or predictions (ACSHE160) Collaboratively and individually plan and conduct a range of investigation types, including fieldwork and experiments, ensuring safety and ethical guidelines are followed (ACSIS125) Use scientific knowledge and findings from investigations to evaluate claims (ACSIS132) and (ACSIS234) Summarise data, from students’ own investigations and secondary sources, and use scientific understanding to identify relationships and draw conclusions (ACSIS145) and (ACSIS170). Use knowledge of scientific concepts to draw conclusions that are consistent with evidence (ACSIS204) Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows NSW SCIENCE SYLLABUS CONTENT for all our incursions NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions NSW Science Syllabus Content A student: appreciates the importance of science in their lives and the role of scientific inquiry in increasing understanding of the world around them SC4-1VA & SC5-1VA. demonstrates confidence in making reasoned, evidence-based decisions about the current and future use and influence of science and technology, including ethical considerations SC4-3VA & SC5-3VA. collaboratively and individually produces a plan to investigate questions and problems SC4-5WS & SC5-5WS. explains how new biological evidence changes people’s understanding of the world SC4-14LW. explains how biological understanding has advanced through scientific discoveries, technological developments and the needs of society SC5-15LW. NSW Science 7–10 Syllabus (Implementation from 2026) For explanatory points & implementation advice for each dot point, please visit the Science 7 -10 Curriculum site A student: uses scientific tools and instruments for observations SC4-WS-01 identifies questions and makes predictions to guide scientific investigations SC4-WS-02 follows a planned procedure to undertake safe and valid investigations SC4-WS-04 uses data to identify trends, patterns and relationships, and draw conclusions SC4-WS-06 explains how the properties of substances enable separation in a range of techniques SC4-SOL-01 explains how data is used by scientists to model and predict scientific phenomena SC4-DA1-01 selects and uses scientific tools and instruments for accurate observations SC5-WS-01 develops questions and hypotheses for scientific investigation SC5-WS-02 follows a planned procedure to undertake safe, ethical, valid and reliable investigations SC5-WS-04 analyses data from investigations to identify trends, patterns and relationships, and draws conclusions SC5-WS-06 assesses the use of scientific knowledge and data in evidence-based decisions and when verifying the legitimacy of claims SC5-DA2-01 assesses the uses of materials based on their physical and chemical properties SC5-MAT-01 explains how DNA is responsible for the transmission of heritable characteristics and can be manipulated through genetic technologies SC5-GEV-02 describes a range of reaction types SC5-RXN-01 NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our NSW incursions VIC Science Syllabus Content Scientific knowledge and understanding of the world changes as new evidence becomes available; science knowledge can develop through collaboration and connecting ideas across the disciplines and practice of science (VCSSU089) Science and technology contribute to finding solutions to a range of contemporary issues; these solutions may impact on other areas of society and involve ethical considerations (VCSSU090) Mixtures, including solutions, contain a combination of pure substances that can be separated using a range of techniques (VCSSU095) Scientific understanding, including models and theories, are contestable and are refined over time through a process of review by the scientific community (VCSSU114) The transmission of heritable characteristics from one generation to the next involves DNA and genes (VCSSU119) Chemical reactions, including combustion and the reactions of acids, are important in both non-living and living systems and involve energy transfer (VCSSU126) School Testimonials View All Melton Secondary College Feedback on: CSI Forensics It was perfect! We would definitely book this again. Science Show Activities Bloodtesting Which fake blood clumps the same? Blood types matter... Footprintcomparison Which suspect was outside the scene of the crime? Dentalcasts Can you match the evidence to the right suspect? DNA Who left a trace behind? Latentimagery Oblique lighting can pick up traces of evidence... Soil pHtesting Soils ain't soils! Digitalmicroscopy Hair & fibre analysis Crime scenesimulation Discussion of how the chain of evidence makes it to court Fingerprinting Fingerprints can be a calling card... Oilfluorescence Different chemicals can glow differently under UV light...a clue perhaps! Posts about this school science incursion on forensics Thank you @FizzicsEd for your fantastic CSI workshop today. Our students had a blast and learnt a lot. Russell is a brilliant presenter. 🔍 https://t.co/EPxdFy7VQ4 — Alice Leung (@aliceleung) February 26, 2020 Trustpilot Requirements Appropriate for Years 7 to 10 with a maximum of 30 students. Access to at least 2 electrical power sockets with a wide floor space. 10 tables around the edge of the room. Chairs are not required. Duration 60 – 90 minutes. Set up time 45 minutes and pack up time 30 minutes. During Social Distancing – Contact us and we’ll tailor a program to suit both your school and the State’s social distancing requirements. Further details here Did you know about our larger stage shows? Designed to engage groups of up to 240 students, pair this workshop with one of these school favourites! Big Science Big Fun tick tick BOOM! Destination Moon Cost $550 inc. GST for a 60-minute workshop or $600 inc. GST for a 90-minute workshop. Find out about offers & discounts here! In a regional area? Find out how we can attend your school as part of a country science tour! Call 1300 856 828, or click below to make a booking for your school. Print a PDF for mapping of all our science visits Trustpilot Find out more here Enquire Now Fizzics Education Awards Related Shows DNA & genetic technologies Years 7 to 10 Maximum 30 students Workshop (NSW & ACT) 60 minutes Biological Science Human Endeavor Science Inquiry New South Wales Australian Capital Territory Year 7 Year 8 Year 9 Year 10 Read More Enquire Now Lego Robotics Years 7 to 10 Maximum 30 students Workshop or show (NSW, VIC & ACT) 90 minutes or Full Day Online Class Available Australian Capital Territory Year 7 Year 8 Year 9 Year 10 Digital Technologies Human Endeavor Mathematics Science Inquiry New South Wales Victoria Read More Enquire Now Want a different class? No worries! What is your class studying? When do you need the visit? Get in touch & we'll work with you New South Wales Victoria Australian Capital Territory Read More Enquire Now
Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: Mixtures, including solutions, contain a combination of pure substances that can be separated using a range of techniques (ACSSU113) The transmission of heritable characteristics from one generation to the next involves DNA and genes (ACSSU184) Science knowledge can develop through collaboration and connecting ideas across the disciplines of science (ACSHE223) and (ACSHE227) Science and technology contribute to finding solutions to a range of contemporary issues; these solutions may impact on other areas of society and involve ethical considerations (ACSHE120), (ACSHE135) and (ACSIS199) People can use scientific knowledge to evaluate whether they should accept claims, explanations or predictions (ACSHE160) Collaboratively and individually plan and conduct a range of investigation types, including fieldwork and experiments, ensuring safety and ethical guidelines are followed (ACSIS125) Use scientific knowledge and findings from investigations to evaluate claims (ACSIS132) and (ACSIS234) Summarise data, from students’ own investigations and secondary sources, and use scientific understanding to identify relationships and draw conclusions (ACSIS145) and (ACSIS170). Use knowledge of scientific concepts to draw conclusions that are consistent with evidence (ACSIS204) Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows
NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions NSW Science Syllabus Content A student: appreciates the importance of science in their lives and the role of scientific inquiry in increasing understanding of the world around them SC4-1VA & SC5-1VA. demonstrates confidence in making reasoned, evidence-based decisions about the current and future use and influence of science and technology, including ethical considerations SC4-3VA & SC5-3VA. collaboratively and individually produces a plan to investigate questions and problems SC4-5WS & SC5-5WS. explains how new biological evidence changes people’s understanding of the world SC4-14LW. explains how biological understanding has advanced through scientific discoveries, technological developments and the needs of society SC5-15LW. NSW Science 7–10 Syllabus (Implementation from 2026) For explanatory points & implementation advice for each dot point, please visit the Science 7 -10 Curriculum site A student: uses scientific tools and instruments for observations SC4-WS-01 identifies questions and makes predictions to guide scientific investigations SC4-WS-02 follows a planned procedure to undertake safe and valid investigations SC4-WS-04 uses data to identify trends, patterns and relationships, and draw conclusions SC4-WS-06 explains how the properties of substances enable separation in a range of techniques SC4-SOL-01 explains how data is used by scientists to model and predict scientific phenomena SC4-DA1-01 selects and uses scientific tools and instruments for accurate observations SC5-WS-01 develops questions and hypotheses for scientific investigation SC5-WS-02 follows a planned procedure to undertake safe, ethical, valid and reliable investigations SC5-WS-04 analyses data from investigations to identify trends, patterns and relationships, and draws conclusions SC5-WS-06 assesses the use of scientific knowledge and data in evidence-based decisions and when verifying the legitimacy of claims SC5-DA2-01 assesses the uses of materials based on their physical and chemical properties SC5-MAT-01 explains how DNA is responsible for the transmission of heritable characteristics and can be manipulated through genetic technologies SC5-GEV-02 describes a range of reaction types SC5-RXN-01 NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our NSW incursions VIC Science Syllabus Content Scientific knowledge and understanding of the world changes as new evidence becomes available; science knowledge can develop through collaboration and connecting ideas across the disciplines and practice of science (VCSSU089) Science and technology contribute to finding solutions to a range of contemporary issues; these solutions may impact on other areas of society and involve ethical considerations (VCSSU090) Mixtures, including solutions, contain a combination of pure substances that can be separated using a range of techniques (VCSSU095) Scientific understanding, including models and theories, are contestable and are refined over time through a process of review by the scientific community (VCSSU114) The transmission of heritable characteristics from one generation to the next involves DNA and genes (VCSSU119) Chemical reactions, including combustion and the reactions of acids, are important in both non-living and living systems and involve energy transfer (VCSSU126)
Thank you @FizzicsEd for your fantastic CSI workshop today. Our students had a blast and learnt a lot. Russell is a brilliant presenter. 🔍 https://t.co/EPxdFy7VQ4 — Alice Leung (@aliceleung) February 26, 2020 Trustpilot
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