Computer Digital Evidence Recovery

This 80-hour course is designed for investigators who have basic computer skills and are new to computer forensics. This class will provide training on: forensic computer components; set-up and trouble shooting of forensic hardware and software; case management; understanding the fundamentals of a search warrant; search and seizure of computer/digital evidence; tools, skills and protocols necessary to assist in the forensic investigation and prosecution of a computer crime. The course includes: Understanding of computer forensics; Fundamentals of computer hardware; Working a case from the beginning to the final report; Conducting basic searches and analysis of evidence; Overview of forensics software; Legal update; Writing effective search warrants; Preparing evidence for presentation in court; Understanding file systems; Evidence identification; Removal, recovery, and accessing digital media, Understanding fundamentals of write blocking