Introduction to Digital Forensics Syllabus for 2014-2015
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Course

ITDF-1300-001 Introduction to Digital Forensics

Prerequisites

Prerequisites: CPMT 1351 and ITSY 1342

Course Description

Study of the application of digital forensic technology to collect, analyze, document and present information while maintaining a documented chain of custody. Overview of ethics, crime and other legal guidelines/regulations/laws. Includes overview of tools used for forensic analysis of digital devices in investigations.  

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)

Class Type

Hybrid

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Digital Archaeology: The Art and Science of Digital Forensics by Michael Graves

ISBN-10: 0321803906

ISBN-13: 978-0321803900 

This book is available online and at the AC bookstore it should be purchased within the first two weeks of class.

Supplies

• Access to PC
• Reliable Access to Int

  Student Performance

  DESCRIPTION OF COURSE (as in catalog):

  A study of the application of digital forensic technology to collect, analyze, document and present information while maintaining a documented chain of custody. Overview of ethics, crime and other legal guidelines/regulations/laws. Includes overview of tools used for forensic analysis of digital devices in investigations.

  End-of-Course Outcomes:  Identify crimes committed using digital devices; define the role of the digital forensics technician in investigating crimes or incidents; identify the tools used to collect and analyze information stored on digital devices; and describe proper handling of evidence obtained during investigation for civil or criminal proceedings including chain of custody.

  Students Rights and Responsibilities

  Student Rights and Responsibilities

  Log in using the AC Connect Portal

  In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

  If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

  Expected Student Behavior

  \ 1.      Students are expected to maintain a high standard of individual honor in their scholastic work.  Students who are guilty of cheating, plagiarism, copying, or dishonesty may be excluded from class with a grade of F; or, in flagrant cases, may be suspended from the College.  The faculty of the CIS Department reserves the right to ask a student to verify any portion of a test by reproducing any specific section or all of the test in question.

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  \ 2.      Any action that comprises the computer systems at Amarillo College, including but not limited to hacking or cracking, can result in a grade of “F” in this course and possible further disciplinary action.

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  \ 3.      Cell phones MUST be turned off or set so ringing cannot be heard for the duration of the entire class.  If a cell phone can be heard in class during class time, points may be deducted from the final course grade.  Emergency calls may be left with campus security, who will then contact the designated student.

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  \ Computer Lab Printing Policy

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  \ Access to Business Division printing resources are a privilege granted to faculty, staff, and students of the Amarillo College Business Division. The Department reserves the right to limit, restrict, or extend these privileges.
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  \ The following regulations apply to all printers in the Business Division.

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  1. \ Printing is restricted to students who are currently enrolled in Amarillo College Business Division classes.
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  2. \ Students may only print course work related to Business Division classes.
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  3. \ Printers should be used in a responsible, non-abusive manner.
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  4. \ Excessive printing is not allowed. Printing of online books and manuals is restricted. PowerPoint presentations should be printed in “handout” layout with six slides per page.
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  5. \ Students should not change any printer configuration; any malfunctioning equipment should be reported to a lab assistant or supervisor.
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  6. \ For security, maintenance, and enforcement of this policy, students should expect NO PRIVACY concerning any printed materials.
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  \ Failure to comply with this policy will result in a preliminary warning. Subsequent infractions will result in loss of lab privileges and campus disciplinary action.

  Grading Criteria

  Grading Criteria/Grading Scale:

       A - Superior, Minimum of 90% average on exams and quizzes plus

             all homework turned in with 100% average on that graded.

       B - Good, Between 80% and 89% average on exams and quizzes plus

             all homework turned in with a minimum average of 80% on that graded.

       C - Adequate, Between 70% and 79% average on all work.

       D - Minimum, Between 60% and 69% average on all work.

       F - Failing, Below 60% average on all work.

   

  The following criteria will be used to determine your grade:

  REQUIRED EXAMINATIONS:

   All Chapter Exams will be taken in Blackboard. You will only have one attempt on each exam. All exams have open availability so feel free to work ahead.        

  Chapter Exercises and Encase Labs Attendance Participation Chapter Exams Final Exam

  20% 10% 10% 40% 20%

  FINAL EXAMINATIONS: Written and/or Lab Practical required.

  Assignment, homework, quiz, and test dates are provided for each student at the beginning of the semester.  It will be your responsibility to complete each assignment, all homework, and take exams on the scheduled dates.

   

  ** Some additional outside of class Lab time may be required.

   

   

   

  Attendance

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  Attendance in class is regarded as requirement, and obligation for learning. Please remember the deadline for dropping a class at AC is published in the official Amarillo College Schedule of Classes. If you stop attending class and do not officially drop the course by this deadline, you will receive an “F” for the course.

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  Students will be warned and after two (2) absences and counseled by the instructor after three (3) absences.

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  Being tardy three (3) times will be considered one (1) absence.

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  Four (4) unexcused absences in any one semester may be cause for students to receive a failing grade for the course. Six (6) total absences (excused/or non-excused will automatically result in the student dropping one (1) letter grade for the course unless otherwise indicated by the instructor.

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  It is the responsibility of the student to make up any work missed due to absences and to gain missed lecture notes through outside reading and/or note from classmates.

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  Make up examinations (and other assignments) will be permitted at the discretion of the instructor. The time and place for make-up test will be determined by the instructor.

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  If you are going to be late or absent, please notify the instructor as soon as possible.

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  ** Outside of class lab time mahy be required.**

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  Calendar

  Spring 2014 - Tentative Schedule May Be Subject to Change

  ITDF 1300: Intro to Digital Forensics

  Week 1 – Chapter 1 thru 4

  Week 2 ­­– Chapter 5 thru 8

  Week 3 – Chapter 9 and 10

  Week 4 – Chapters 11 thru 13

  Week 5 – Chapter 14 and 15

  Week 6 - Chapter 16 thru 19

  Week 7 – Chapters 20 and 21

  Additional Information

  DATES TO REMEMBER:

   

  March 24	Classes Begin
  May 12	Final

  This course requires work outside of class. The computer labs, located 2^nd floor BYRD, are open:

  Mon –Thur: 7:00 am to 10:00 pm
  Fri – Sat: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
  Sun: 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm

  The computer labs have lab assistants available to help you. Additionally, some classes have course work to be completed online -- consult with your instructor.”

   

   

   

   

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