Intro to Security & Forensic Tools

The field of digital forensics and cybercrime investigation is expanding rapidly. The ability to develop software solutions to handle problems in these areas is of paramount importance in the continued success of these techniques in court proceedings. This course examines the means by which forensic tools are developed. Students will progress from basic programming, to the development of large-scale forensic solutions. As the ultimate aim of every case is its successful prosecution in a courtroom, students will see how the forensic tools are tested and validated using scientific methodologies, thus ensuring that any evidence acquired through the use of these tools will be admissible in court.

 

Entry Requirements
Students must complete an intake with recruitment team.

• Applicants must provide a valid photo ID or birth certificate
• Applicants must hold a high school diploma or be at least 19 years of age
• Students under the age of 19 require their parent or guardian’s signature
• Student must complete an intake with Admissions team member

 

Admission Requirements:
Basic Requirements​

• High School Completion: Applicants must have a high school diploma or an equivalent qualification.
• Age Requirement: Minimum 19 years of age.
• Mature Student Status*: Applicants who have not completed high school and are at least 19 years of age, may apply as a mature student.

*Mature student status may be granted to applicants who are over 19 years old and have not completed high school or equivalent. The applicants will be considered for admission based on the skills and experience they have acquired since leaving school. The applicant is required to provide the most recent transcripts or proof of academic accomplishments, a resume or summary of professional accomplishments, and two letters of recommendation from both their current and previous employers. The applicant may be interviewed by the Registrar’s or Academic office to further assess their suitability for admission to the program of study.

Course Prerequisites
None

Course Duration
8 Weeks/ 48 hours

Cost
CAD 850.00

Delivery Methods
Online| On-campus| Combined

Completion
Certificate

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course the successful student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:

Knowledge of:

• General programming concepts in both imperative and object-oriented paradigms
• Methods of forensic tool testing and validation

Skills to:

• Develop large-scale forensic applications
• Compare the performance of forensic tools
• Evaluate the validity of the results returned by forensic tools
• Perform professional tasks in the role of digital forensic investigator with increased insight and confidence
• See the role of digital forensics in a broader perspective during an investigation
• Identify ethical and legal issues during investigation

Student Progression And Reporting
Student will be assessed by daily attendance, assignments, and completion of in class activities.

Completion Requirements:
To successfully complete this course, students must:

• Pass the final exam
• Attend a minimum of 80% of the scheduled classes
• Achieve a minimum overall score of 50%

Minimum Technology Requirement:

Component	Specification
Processor	Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 (or better)
RAM	At least 8 GB
Storage	Minimum 256 GB (SSD recommended)
Internet	High-speed connection
Peripherals	Webcam, Microphone, Headphones/Earbuds
Operating System	Windows 10 or newer, macOS 10.14 or newer
Software	Web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge), Video conferencing tools (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams)

Course Schedule: