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Course Description

This course will develop basic computer forensics skills necessary to uncover digital evidence in an organized and reportable manner. The course will provide a comparative study of information technology, evidence analysis, chain of custody, and data retrieval. Students will have hands-on laboratory experience using computer forensic tools, evidence preservation techniques and documentation. Course is offered in the fall semester.

Learning Objectives

  • Apply a layout and navigate cases step-by-step using forensics software
  • Analyze hidden and deleted data on digital media
  • Analyze data and refine the results
  • Report and present investigation findings

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Digital Forensics

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.