forensic science 2

Due Date: 11:59 pm EST, Sunday of Unit 2 Points: 100 Overview: In this assignment you will be exploring DNA analysis, specifically examining the PCR process and CODIS database. Instructions:

• Discuss the PCR process including the three steps that the DNA goes through to replicate.

• What are loci and how do they relate to the CODIS database? • What is touch DNA? How can some samples of touch DNA cause a mixture

problem?

Requirements:

• Submit a Word document in APA format. • Maximum two pages in length, excluding the Title and Reference pages. • At least two resources.

Be sure to read the criteria below by which your work will be evaluated before you write and again after you write.

CRJ180 – Introduction to Forensics

DNA Analysis

Evaluation Rubric for DNA Analysis Assignment

CRITERIA Deficient Needs Improvement

Proficient Exemplary

0 – 38 points 39 – 51 points 52 – 64 points 65 points Content Organization

structure and paragraphing have serious and persistent errors. Directions were ignored and information provided was insufficient to meet assignment guidelines.

Written work inadequate for college-level work; Paragraphing and transitions are inadequate; inappropriate guidelines outlined for paper were not met with several problems (see directions).

Written work is clear and adequate college-level work; Paragraphing and transitions are adequate; appropriate guidelines outlined for paper were met with a few noted problems (see directions).

Written work is clear and excellent college-level work; Paragraphing and transitions are clear and appropriate; appropriate guidelines outlined for paper were met (see directions).

0 – 5 points 6 – 7 points 8 – 9 points 10 points Resources 0 resources 1 resource 2 resources More than 2

resources

Paper Length More than 2 pages

n/a n/a 2 pages or less

0 – 8 points 9 – 11 points 12 – 14 points 15 points Clear and Professional Writing and APA Format

Errors impede professional presentation; guidelines not followed.

Significant erro rs that do not impede professional presentation.

Few errors that do not impede professional presentation.

Writing and format are clear, professional, APA compliant, and error free.