Computer Forensics, A.A.S.

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Designed for information technology specialists, systems analysts and network administrators, this program is especially beneficial for individuals within law enforcement, private corporations or public agencies who are asked to search for and identify hidden digital data, or to analyze employee computer usage, stored or copied files, e-mail and Internet history.

Program content includes laws governing the collection of digital evidence, documentation of findings for corporate or organizational use, procedures for presentation and acceptance of digital data as evidence in legal proceedings, and a variety of software programs and tools used to identify, replicate and analyze digital data without corrupting it.

The Associates of Applied Science degree is recommended for students who wish to eventually pursue a Baccalaureate degree or a management position in industry.  The academic courses included in the A.A.S. degree will transfer on to Baccalaureate institutions and provide a broader training for industry.

Related Degrees and Certificates:  Computer Forensics, Certificate , Computer Forensics, Marketable Skills Achievement Award