Digital Forensic Investigation, Certificate

PENDING IOWA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION APPROVAL

Program Details

Semester 1

• NET 182 - IT and Security Fundamentals Credits: 3
• NET 373 - Forensic Prac Cybersecurity Credits: 4

Semester 2

• CRJ 178 - E-Crime Investigative Methods Credits: 3
• NET 179 - Digital Forensic Analysis I Credits: 3

Semester 3

• NET 180 - Digital Forensic Analysis II Credits: 3
• NET 380 - Mobile Device & IoT Forensics Credits: 4

Total Credits Required to Complete this Certificate - 20

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$215.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Approximate total for program: $5,600**

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

The Digital Forensic Certificate is designed for students who would like to obtain knowledge in proper digital forensic techniques, evidence collection/preservation and processing and proper analysis documentation.  This program will give students the knowledge and skills to perform the following jobs:                                                                         

•  Law Enforcement Digital Forensics Analyst
•  Corporate Security Forensic Analyst
•  Electronic Discovery Specialist
•  Cybersecurity Consultant

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Aptitude and interest in computer and mobile technologies
• Reasoning and common Sense
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
• People and communications skills

What Else Should I Consider about this Certificate?

Students who have been convicted of a felony most likely will be unable to gain employment in positions within the criminal justice field or corporate security. Professionals in the criminal justice field are often exposed to acts of violence and must be prepared to operate under extreme conditions (severe weather, extensive work hours, etc.). These environments can often be stressful and people are exposed to a variety of situations involving biohazards, chemicals and dangerous situations.  Digital evidence involves emotionally disturbing vision material and may cause addiction to pornographic images.

Program Competencies

1. Identify potentially relevant digital/electronic evidence
2. Preserv the identified evidence
3. Perform rudimentary analysis of common evidentiary artifacts
4. Recover previously deleted information

Nondiscrimination Statement

It is the policy of Des Moines Area Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.  

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