3.00 Credits
Computer devices retain far more information that most people realize. Retrieving this information can provide considerable electronic evidence. Computer forensics is the forensic science discipline of acquiring, preserving, retrieving, and presenting electronic data. This course is designed to provide comprehensive understanding of computer forensics principles. Topics include: admissibility and preparation of electronic evidence, e-evidence preservation, chain of custody, examination of computers and digital media including operating systems, graphics files, and email, detecting intrusions, malware and fraud, legal and ethical issues and responsibilities, and other emerging topics. Prerequisite: "C" or better in CIS 243. Three semester hours.
Prerequisite:
CIS 243