Program description
Computer forensics is the process of methodically examining computer media for evidence, including the collection, preservation, analysis and presentation of computer-related evidence. This degree program prepares you for a career in computer science, information assurance, computer incident investigation, cyberspace ethics and computer law.
Graduates may work in a variety of computer technology fields to assist:
- Organizations that must protect their proprietary interests or investigate computer activities
- Employers with civil litigations
- Law enforcement agencies in combating cyber-terrorism and other crimes
Computer evidence may also be relevant in human resources, employment proceedings, civil disputes and criminal cases.
Program points of pride
This program emphasizes a "try-it-by-hand" approach so that any student attending will take with them a solid grasp of how open source and commercial forensic tools complete their tasks, without having to merely have faith in the tool. This is accomplished by teaching the fundamental concepts of computer forensics in a tool-independent manner.
Beginning with foundation concepts such as file system structures, MAC times, and forensic auditing, the content and difficulty level of this track advances rapidly. You will learn more than just how to use a tool; you will be able to show how the tool is able to recover data, find the smoking gun, and present your data in a format that can be easily understood by others. You'll learn how and when to use various tools in the computer forensics industry.
Student points of pride
The success of any program is measured by the success of its graduates. Graduates of the Computer Forensic Program are well received by the Computer Forensic community. Alumni are employed by the FBI, Secret Service, Armed Forces, state and local crime laboratories, private laboratories, state bureaus of investigation, insurance agencies, and the BCI laboratory. The future is bright for Century College Computer Forensic Program, its students and graduates.
Awards
Program Awards are:
- Computer Forensics & Investigative Technology AAS Degree (64 credit)
- Computer Forensics & Investigative Technology Certificate (16 credit)
Occupational trends
The Computer Forensic Program, through the Century College and Metro state University, offers a (2+2 articulation) 4 semester program leading to a A.A.S Degree in Computer Forensic at Century College while another 4 semester at Metro state University leads to BS in Computer Forensic Degree.
Flexible learning options
Classes are offered in both evening and weekends so as to accommodate student's wants to attend college as part-time.