Researchers In The Lab

Spend a week of extensive, hands-on fun solving a highly realistic crime simulation. Participants will be guided by our expert faculty through the following stages of forensic investigation,

  • Legal requirements throughout the investigation process, including obtaining warrants, maintaining proper chains of custody, informing suspects of their legal rights, etc.
  • Examination of a simulated crime scene and collection of contaminant-free evidence.
  • Chemical analysis to look for poisons, illicit drugs, explosives, etc.
  • Biological analysis of DNA, hair, body fluids, fabrics and other identifying markers such as “bugs” (super gross and cool at the same time). The principles underlying DNA fingerprinting and how a suspect can be identified through samples collected from relatives will be discussed.
  • Psychological profiling and interviewing of suspects.
  • Computer and mobile phone hacking.
  • Ethical implications of forensic investigations that may or may not be enshrined in law.
  • Communication skills, including writing formal reports and testifying in court.
  • Applications of forensic science in identifying victims of natural disasters, genealogy, and illegal commercial activities such as smuggling endangered species.

For: High School Students ages 14-18

Tuition: $1,700

When: July 9-14, 2023

Check-in is on Sunday – Classes begin Monday morning at 8 a.m.

Location: Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University – Prescott, 3700 Willow Creek Road, Prescott, AZ 86301

Tuition

Tuition includes supervised housing, on-campus meals, classroom instruction, books, and materials. Students are requested to bring their own linens/sleeping bags/towels. More information to be provided in the Enrollment Packet. “Take Flight” and “Diamond Flight” Camp does not include camper and parent housing. Prescott Camps FAQ

Enrollment Packet

After the registration is processed, a link will be sent, in your confirmation email, detailing all pertinent information and requesting specific documentation.

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