Learning Outcomes

Computer Forensics Basics

The Investigation Process

Hard Disks and File Systems

Data Aquisition and Anti-Forensics

Lesson Summary

This module will introduce you to the fundamentals of forensic investigation. It begins with an overview of computer forensics, and then goes into the investigation process, hard disks and file systems, data acquisitions and anti-forensics.

Data and Forensics

Malware and Analysis

Database Forensics

Network and Email Forensics

This module continues teaching about being forensic investigators. You will learn about data and forensics for Windows, Linux and Macintosh. Also, we will explore malware and analysis, database forensics and network and email forensics.

Course assessment - Diploma in Digital Forensic Investigation

Become a digital forensic investigator with the operational procedures and tools you need in this free online course.

Diploma in Digital Forensic Investigation

Have you or someone you know been a victim of a cyberattack? Were you able to intervene? This diploma course for beginners and intermediates will discuss the techniques and resources you can utilise to perform forensic investigations competently. You will learn about investigative processes like data acquisition, malware analysis and network forensics. These highly sought-after skills will give you a competitive edge in landing a job.

Computer Forensics Incidents

Incident Handling

Computer Forensic Investigative Theory

Investigative Process

Digital Acquisition & Analysis Tools

Disks and Storages

Forensic Examination Protocols

Digital Evidence Protocols

Digital Evidence Presentation

Computer Forensic Laboratory Protocol

Computer Forensic Processing Techniques

Specialized Artifact Recovery

Electronic Discovery and Electronically Stored Information

Mobile Forensics

Digital Forensics Reporting

In this module, you will learn about digital evidence protocols and presentations. You will also study best practices and protocols in the computer forensic laboratory. The computer forensic processing techniques, mobile forensics and specialised artefact recovery tools and kits for forensic examination and reporting will be discussed.

Digital Forensics Examiner - Course Assessment

This free online course will teach you how to conduct computer forensic examinations and presentations.

Digital Forensics Examiner

Easy access to computers has made internet fraud, digital insecurity and cyberattacks common. This course is designed to help you investigate, analyse and present digital forensic incidents based on the evidence collected through digital media. You will also study computer investigative theories and concepts, digital evidence protocols, computer forensics incidents, forensic presentations and much more. So sign up today and start learning.

Introduction to Digital Forensics

Digital Forensic Investigation

Evidence Management

Apprehending Offenders

Maintain Evidence-Based Reporting

File System Analysis

Network Forensics

Memory Forensics

Digital Evidence in the Courtroom

In this module, we learn about the principles and legal aspects of digital forensic science. We examine why and how investigations are conducted, the different types of devices and systems, and their purposes. Additionally, we explore the size, roles, and procedures of the digital forensic team, as well as the evidence and information management.

Course assessment

In this free online, learn about the foundational principles of digital forensic practices and forensic techniques.

The course aims to teach the principles and importance of digital forensics, including its legal aspects. We analyze the process of conducting digital forensics, examining the stages, purposes, and factors to consider when dealing with a single computer. Furthermore, we cover strategies for producing evidence-based reports and arranging written reports. We also explore the important role of network and memory forensics in digital forensics.

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