1. Topic Sentence:The topic I will be exploring is a Forensics Homicide Detective.
2. Sources
2.1. -Going to your local library to take out books or talk to a Librarian.
2.1.1. -Email a Librarian
2.2. -Use search engines like Google, Yahoo, Internet Explorer
2.3. -Email/call a Homicide Detective
2.4. -Go to your local police department
2.5. -Check Online databases ex, Richard G Trefry Library
2.6. -Job Shadow
2.7. -Use scholarly databases ex. EBSCO,PROQUEST or OCLC Etc.
2.8. -Youtube some videos on interviewing or about the job
2.9. -Government/News sites for recent articles/news
2.10. -Email or call a College Professor for schooling needed
2.11. -Social media to get in touch with a Homicide Detective or Retiree
2.12. -Look for Bibliographies, magazines & articles
2.13. -Try to find Quotes or Exact Phrases to narrow your search
3. Critical Thinking Questions?
3.1. What is a Homicide Detective?
3.1.1. - Solve murders and apprehend individual responsible.
3.1.2. -Veteran law enforcement
3.1.3. -Routine interviews,surveillance and record checks
3.1.4. -In charge of crime scene
3.1.5. -Used in expert testimonies
3.1.6. -They inform family members if there is a death
3.2. How may hours does a Homicide Detective work?
3.2.1. -On call 24 hours
3.2.2. -On a normal day work 12-18 hrs
3.2.3. -Can do 48 hours depending on the unit each station has beds for the detectives to sleep
3.3. How much does a Homicide Detective make?
3.3.1. - Average of $61,230 a year
3.3.2. -Pay can vary by location and size of unit
3.3.3. -Usually make $29.13 an hour
3.4. What type of schooling does a Homicide Detective need?
3.4.1. - A High School Diploma
3.4.2. -An Associates in Criminal Justice
3.4.3. - To work federal jobs must have Bachelors Degree
3.4.4. -Must have experience as a sworn Law Enforcement Officer (5+ years)
3.5. What makes being a Homicide Detective difficult?
3.5.1. - A case going unsolved
3.5.2. -Lack of sleep
3.5.3. -Dealing with stress
3.5.4. -Dangerous & difficult work
3.5.5. -Some situations can start to take an emotional toll
3.6. When can a Homicide Detective retire?
3.6.1. - A homicide Detective is pushed into retirement by their mid 50s depending on the unit