CIS 0440 - Computer Forensics I

Spring 3 Credit Hours
Introduces the basics of computer forensics. Topics covered include backups and data recovery, hard drive imaging and forensic analysis of recovered data, data hiding and encryption techniques, reconstruction of past events, techniques used to compromise and safeguard computers, surveillance tools, analysis of data, and collection and preservation of electronic evidence. Students will be introduced to forensic techniques and available electronic tools for forensic analysis. A basic knowledge of networks and UNIX/Linux, as well as a thorough knowledge of Windows is assumed. Prerequisite: Junior standing.