CSI 110W - Introduction to Cybercrime Investigations

Credits: 3
Instructional Contact Hours: 3

Introduces the concepts of cybersecurity, cybercrime, and digital forensic analysis within the civil and criminal justice systems. Provides foundational knowledge of the concepts for cybersecurity and forensic examinations utilizing a non-technical approach geared towards any discipline.

Prerequisite(s): READING LEVEL 2.
Corequisite(s): None
Lecture Hours: 45 Lab Hours: 0
Meets MTA Requirement: None
Pass/NoCredit: Yes

Outcomes and Objectives

Demonstrate understanding of the rules, laws, policies, and procedures that affect cybercrime
Demonstrate understanding of the basic cybersecurity and digital forensics terms and concepts.
Describe the common legal issues related to electronic evidence.
Explain how the Fourth Amendment pertains to cybercrime investigations.
Describe appropriate procedures for computer search and seizure.
Describe the generally accepted computer forensic techniques.
Describe current issues in cybercrime and cybersecurity.