Fall I
Monday 5 –7pm, Byrd 342
Tuesday 3:30 – 5:30 pm, Byrd 342
Thursday 3:30 – 5:30 pm, Byrd 342
Fall II
Monday 5 – 7pm, Byrd 342
Tuesday 3:30 – 5:30 pm, Byrd 342
Thursday 3:30 – 5:30 pm, Byrd 342
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ITDF-2325-001 Digital Forensic Tools
<p>Prerequisite: ITDF 1300</p>
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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Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 4 lab)
Hybrid
Digital Forensics Workbook by Michael K. Robinson
This book is available online and at the AC bookstore.It is required and should be purchased within the first week of class.
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
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. |
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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.
All chapter lab documentation will be submitted to the appropriate drop box in Blackboard before the next class day.
Workbook Labs and documentationAttendanceCase Studies / Final Projects |
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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.
Students will be warned and after two (2) absences and counseled by the instructor after three (3) absences.
Being tardy three (3) times will be considered one (1) absence.
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.
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.
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.
If you are going to be late or absent, please notify the instructor as soon as possible.
** Outside of class lab time will be required.**
Instructor: Chris George
Cell: 806.679.3519
Week 1 – Syllabus and Course Introduction Chapters 2, 3, 4
Week 2 – Chapters 5, 6, 7
Week 3 – Chapters 8, 9, 10
Week 4 – Chapters 11, 12, 13
Week 5 – Chapters 14, 15, 16
Week 6 – Chapters 17, 18, 19 – Start Final Project
Week 7 - Chapters 20, 21, 22 – Continue Final Project
Week 8 – Chapter 23 – Final Project Due
Schedule is subject to change.
10/22/18 7:48 AM
12/04/18 9:37 PM