Updated: August 07, 2008

By By Stephanie L. Smith

DNA, shoeprints, fiber analysis-- evidence from last week's "C.S.I." or topics on next year's bio exam? Maybe both. High schools around the country are adding forensics to their science curriculum. Just think how much fun would be if you could learn how to lift the fingerprint that fingers the person who stole your new sneakers from your locker.

Find out more about crime scene investigations, including which technology is real-- and what's just made up for the show. Take our crash course in forensic science.

Sources: "CSI Handbook," CBS.com, Dept. of Justice