Information Systems Project Coordinator, Computer Forensics Specialization, AAS

Highline College’s Information Systems Project Coordinator program prepares the student for an entry level position as a supervisory/project manager in the Computer Forensics field. Project Coordinators provide day-to-day administration of projects and ensure that services or products are delivered in a timely, cost effective, and qualitative manner. Students should currently be working in or have supervisory/managerial skills gained in a commercial environment. The program will equip students with the tools and skills required in becoming a proficient Project Coordinator of IT projects.

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Program Requirements

Prerequisites

Some or all of the following are required. Talk to a faculty adviser.

Basic keyboarding knowledge recommended.
Previous experience with UNIX/LINUX or completion of CIS 215
Some classes have entry requirements not listed here.

Specific Requirements

Program Core Courses

Total Core Credits: 25

Program Supporting Courses

Total Supporting Course Credits: 45

Related Instruction Courses

Total Related Instruction Credits: 20

Total Program Credits: 90

Program Outcomes

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 follow the evidence found to come to a conclusion that can be confirmed using standard or accepted forensic science techniques.

Program Notes

This information does not substitute for meeting with a faculty adviser.
Students must achieve a minimum grade of 2.0 in each 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.
Students attending only in the evening must remember it is likely to take more than two years to complete program.

General Requirements

Read the Associate Degree and Certificate Requirements.

Internal Coding

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Description	Info Sys Proj Cord Cmp Frn AAS
Academic Plan	SNLIFAPT
CIP Code	11.1002