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Computer Forensics Fundamentals

Core class for Infrastructure and Applications Security degree/certificate programs.

Course Overview

Overall Proficiency Level
3 - Advanced
Course Catalog Number
CIS060
Course Prerequisites

CIS005 or CIS006 CIS071 or CIS072

Training Purpose
Skill Development
Specific Audience
All
General Public
Federal Employee
Academia
Contractor
Delivery Method
Online, Instructor-Led
  • Online, Instructor-Led

Learning Objectives

  • Define computer forensics.
  • Summarize how to prepare for a computer investigation.
  • Summarize the certification requirements for computer forensics labs.
  • Measure the different ways for proper data acquisition.
  • Classify the rules for proper digital evidence handling.
  • Analyze how data is stored and managed by an operating system.
  • Analyze various computer forensics tools.
  • Validate the evidence during the analysis process.
  • Identify and reconstruct graphics files.
  • Describe the importance of network forensics.
  • Analyze email investigations.
  • Generate a forensic report.
  • Describe guidelines for testifying in court.
  • Maintain a high level of ethical behavior in their work.

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

  • Cyber Defense Analysis
  • Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support
  • 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.

Feedback

If you would like to provide feedback on this course, please e-mail the NICCS team at NICCS@mail.cisa.dhs.gov. Please keep in mind that NICCS does not own this course or accept payment for course entry. If you have questions related to the details of this course, such as cost, prerequisites, how to register, etc., please contact the course training provider directly. You can find course training provider contact information by following the link that says “Visit course page for more information...” on this page.

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