Digital Forensic Tools Syllabus for 2016-2017
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Course

ITDF-2325-001 Digital Forensic Tools

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: ITDF 1300

Course Description

Skills-based course in the applications of forensic analysis software. Tools used in this course may include EnCase, ILook, Forensic Tool Kit, write blockers, StegAlyzerSS, "X-Ways", ProDiscover Basic, and others.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 4 lab)

Class Type

Hybrid

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Digital Forensics Workbook by Michael K. Robinson

• Paperback: 252 pages
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform; Csm Wkb edition (October 24, 2015)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1517713609
• ISBN-13: 978-1517713607

This book is available online and at the AC bookstore.It is required and should be purchased within the first week of class.

Supplies

• Access to PC Computers are available in the CIS Department at Amarillo College.

• Laptop or Desktop Computer using Windows 7 OS or Above

• Reliable Access to Internet

• USB Flash Drive, 4GB or Larger w/ 15 MB/second read and write speed or faster

• College-Ruled Notebook, Pen or Pencil

Student Performance

DESCRIPTION OF COURSE (as in catalog):

Course Description: Skills-based course in the applications of forensic analysis software. Tools used in this course may include EnCase, ILook, Forensic Tool Kit, write blockers, StegAlyzerSS, "X-Ways", ProDiscover Basic, and others.

End-of-Course Outcomes: Demonstrate data collection from digital devices using multiple forensic-based tools; demonstrate methods of detecting digital information concealed or protected by steganography, encryption, and other methods; utilize "hashing" and other digital means to identify files and verify the accuracy of digital copies of original evidence; present a report of forensic analysis and findings.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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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.

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.

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.

Grading Criteria

The following criteria will be used to determine your grade:

REQUIRED COURSEWORK:

 All chapter lab documentation will be submitted to the appropriate drop box in Blackboard before the next class day.          

Workbook Labs and documentation Attendance Case Studies / Final Projects

50% 30% 20%

 

 

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DATES TO REMEMBER:

 

 

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.”