MASTER SYLLABUS

2020-2021

A.	Academic Division: Liberal Arts

B.	Discipline: Criminal Justice

C.	Course Number and Title: CRMJ2160 Computer Forensics

D.	Course Coordinator: Anne Strouth, Associate Professor, A.A.S., B.S., M.S.

Assistant Dean: Dr. Steve Haynes

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E.	Credit Hours: 3

Lecture: 2 hours

Laboratory: 3 hours

F.	Prerequisites: None

G.	Syllabus Effective Date: Fall, 2020

H.	Textbook(s) Title:

Computer Forensics, JUMP START

Authors: Solomon, Rudolph, Tittel, et. al.

Copyright Year: 2011

Edition: 2nd

ISBN #: 9780470931660

Workbook(s) and/or Lab Manual: None

J.	Course Description: This course introduces the student to the technology that is used to investigate and establish facts of interest, involving the preservation, identification, extraction and documentation of computer evidence. The course focuses on how to perform an autopsy of a computer hard drive, utilizing the specialized software tools and techniques required to analyze the various levels at which computers store data.

K.	College-Wide Learning Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcomes	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

L.	Course Outcomes and Assessment Methods:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student shall:

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
The student will demonstrate an understanding of the many techniques used in computer forensics.	In-class discussion, lab practices, practical exams, written exams, quizzes, self-test. By the 13th week.
The student will list techniques used in computer forensics, which are also of interest to businesses, wanting to know how employees have been utilizing equipment.	In-class discussion, exams, quizzes, self-test. By week 6.
The student will understand and be able to discuss the two topic areas involved in computer forensics.	The theory area will be addressed predominantly through lecture, power point presentations and discussion. The area of application will be addressed with labs, workbook assignments and practical quizzes throughout the semester.
The student will recognize, explain and demonstrate aspects of the Technical Process of forensic investigation, as it applies to computer forensics.	Exam, in-class discussion, lab projects, quizzes, self-test. By week 7.
The student will recognize, explain and demonstrate aspects of the Evidence Protection Process of forensic investigation, as it applies to computer forensics.	Subject matter review, in class discussion, lab projects, exam, quizzes, self-test. By week 8.
The student will illustrate specific procedures needed to explain computer usage, like recovering erased data, tracing past internet usage and finding hidden files.	In-class discussion, lab practices and practical exams, written exams, quizzes, self-test. Assessed throughout the entire semester.

M.	Topical Timeline (Subject to Change):

Preparing for Computer Forensics and its Challenges

Previewing Images and Data on Hard Drives

Acquiring Legal Evidence and Internet Investigation

Hard Drive Interface and Making a Forensic Image

Intro to Windows Data Systems and Exploring Metadata

How Computers Represent Data & Computer Data Structures

Exploring Metadata and Creating New Cases

Using the Hexadecimal Viewer

Working with Graphics and Thumbnails

Seizing and Searching Computers without a Warrant

Working with Email and Filters

Recovering Passwords

Registry Evidence and Electronic Communications Privacy Act

Solving a Case and Restoring the Computer

N.	Course Assignments:

Weekly Chapter Assignments

Lab check-offs

Laboratory sessions

Video Reviews

Question Worksheets

Projects/Papers

Computer simulations

Lab practices

O.	Recommended Grading Scale:

NUMERIC	GRADE	POINTS	DEFINITION
93–100	A	4.00	Superior
90–92	A-	3.67	Superior
87–89	B+	3.33	Above Average
83–86	B	3.00	Above Average
80–82	B-	2.67	Above Average
77–79	C+	2.33	Average
73–76	C	2.00	Average
70-72	C-	1.67	Below Average
67–69	D+	1.33	Below Average
63-66	D	1.00	Below Average
60-62	D-	0.67	Poor
00-59	F	0.00	Failure

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Q.	Examination Policy:

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R.	Class Attendance and Homework Make-Up Policy:

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S.	Classroom Expectations:

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T.	College Procedures/Policies:

Important information regarding College Procedures and Policies can be found on the syllabus supplement located at

http://catalog.ncstatecollege.edu/mime/download.pdf?catoid=5&ftype=2&foid=3