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Forensic Investigation Curriculum (pdf) - Darien Public Schools

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UNIT 3: Fingerprints<br />

Essential Question 1: What are fingerprints and their significance in forensic<br />

investigation?<br />

Essential Question 2: How are fingerprints collected, preserved, and analyzed?<br />

CONTENT KNOWLEDGE OBJECTIVES<br />

Initial Understanding<br />

� Define different types of fingerprints.<br />

� Identify the three major classes of fingerprints.<br />

Developing an Interpretation<br />

� Discuss the history of fingerprinting.<br />

� Describe how criminals attempt to alter their fingerprints.<br />

� Relate how friction ridges are formed.<br />

Making Connections<br />

� Explain why fingerprints are individualized evidence.<br />

� Demonstrate proper technique in collecting and preserving visible, latent, and<br />

plastic prints.<br />

Taking a Critical Stance<br />

� Evaluate the validity of fingerprints as a means of identification.<br />

� Determine if a fingerprint matches a fingerprint on record.<br />

� Compare and contrast AFIS and IAFIS.<br />

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