Digital Forensics & Investigations, AAS

Learning Outcomes

• Properly acquire digital data from a variety of sources including different hard drive types, cell phones, PDAs and other digital media.
• Have a thorough understanding of a variety of computer platforms and how data is stored in order to properly analyze the evidence or recover lost files.
• Determine and design an appropriate plan for identifying, securing and gathering evidence in a case.
• Understand the importance of ethics while conducting investigations and apply the principles in their professional and personal lives.
• Communicate effectively with other members of a team, corporation or clients in order to obtain access to needed information.
• Analyze data acquired and use the evidence to come to a conclusion that can be confirmed using standard or accepted forensic science techniques.
• Manage a complex project from start to finish, both individually and in teams.
• Conduct research to identify new digital media or new forensics software tools and apply the results to a case or incident, and to remain current in the field.
• Communicate effectively with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders, both in speech and written documents, including serving as a technical/expert witness at a trial.

Important Notes

• This information does not substitute for meeting with a faculty adviser.
• Students must achieve a minimum grade of 2.0 in each core class.
• AAS degree programs emphasize preparation in specific job skills required for entry-level employment.
• Not all classes are offered every quarter or at night.

Requirements

Total Program Credits: 91