Computer Forensics - Community College of Philadelphia

Computer Forensics from Community College of Philadelphia is a Campus Associate Forensic degree that prepares you for a Legal career. The Computer Forensics program provides a sound educational foundation for the performance of professional activities within the computer forensics arena. A sequence of courses is offered which will enable students to: (1) develop a knowledge base about computer crime, computer evidence and computer investigation, (2) adopt a set of professional values and (3) develop skills related to profes- sional activity in the field of computer forensics . Students completing the Computer Forensics program will be prepared to enter the field of computer forensics in a public or private environ-ment as computer crime investigators, computer crime analysts, computer forensics investigators, computer forensics technicians, computer forensics analysts, Internet security technicians, and Internet security analysts. Individuals currently working in this or a related field will substantially enhance their knowledge and skills. Program Entry Requirements: Students entering the curriculum are required to demonstrate competency in basic skills by acceptable performance on the College's placement tests (English 101 placement). Some students, as part of the curriculum, may be required to complete appropriate developmental English and mathematics courses. Students will also be required to submit to a criminal record check and may be excluded from the program for felony convictions. Program of Study and Graduation Requirements: To qualify for the Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Computer Forensics , the student must complete a minimum of 60 prescribed credit hours and attain a minimum grade point average of 2.0 (?C? average). Credit for Previous Academic Experiences: Persons who have graduated from the Philadelphia Police Academy may be eligible to receive academic credit for Justice 101, Justice 221, Justice 241, and Justice 261. For more information, contact the Computer Forensics Curriculum Coordinator. View more details on Community College of Philadelphia . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Forensic courses.