ITE513 Forensic Investigation (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Unallocated to a CSU Discipline code (OTHER)Unallocated to a CSU Discipline code (OTHER)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
In this subject students will acquire an in-depth knowledge and practical experience understanding of how to scan, test, hack and secure their own systems. Students will be required to pass the Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) industry certification exam from the EC-Council to complete this subject.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 3 | |
|---|---|
| Distance | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: ITE513
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Prerequisite(s):
Enrolment restrictions:
Available only to students enrolled in the Master of Information Systems Security and Master of Management (Information Technology)
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to summarize the history of computer forensics;
- be able to explain the importance of securing computer evidence;
- be able to define electronic evidence;
- be able to list the equipment required in a forensics Lab;
- be able to summarize features and basic attributes of digital storage devices;
- be able to summarize the features and advantages of Windows and Linux forensics tools.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
Computer Forensics in Today's World Law and Computer Forensics Computer Investigation Process First Responder Procedure CSIRT Computer Forensic Lab Understanding Digital Media Devices Windows, Linux and Macintosh Boot Processes Windows Forensics Linux Forensics Data Acquisition and Duplication Computer Forensic Tools Forensics Investigations Using Encase
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.