Digital Forensic Science - Defiance College

Digital Forensic Science from Defiance College is a Campus Bachelor Forensic degree that prepares you for a Legal career. Digital Forensic Science (formerly called "Computer Forensics") is the science and practice of preserving, acquiring, and analyzing digital evidence to support formal legal actions. The tools and techniques of digital forensics are also applied in situations where data is constantly in motion, such as while recognizing and responding to intrusions into a company's computer network, or when recovering data from small-scale digital devices such as cell phones and PDAs. Digital evidence collection is a highly disciplined process where repeatability and accuracy are crucial for evidence to be admissible in court. You will learn how to preserve the integrity of digital evidence; extract live, static, and deleted data from various media; and thoroughly document and present your findings. Digital forensics is a new and growing field in the area of hi-tech crime investigation. Students in this program develop a background consisting of general education, criminal justice, and computer technology fundamentals, while being entrenched in the culture of civic engagement. The students graduate with a major in digital forensic science , two professional certifications in hand, the practical experience of an internship, and the satisfaction of directly benefiting their surrounding community during the process. First, you will prepare to earn the CompTIA A+ certification as an IT Technician, a widely respected designation for entry-level information technology personnel. Once this foundational knowledge is achieved, you will learn about computer operating systems, security principles, and networking. You will learn the science of forensics as applied to computers that are turned off, computers that are still running, computers communicating with one another, and small-scale digital devices such as cellphones, PDAs, smartphones, and other hybrid systems. You will learn the importance of high ethics and develop your personal integrity. There will be ample opportunities to refine your skills through community service projects and an internship with an agency performing forensics work. Finally, you will earn a nationally recognized certification in digital forensics to demonstrate your competence in this field and improve your marketability. View more details on Defiance College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Forensic courses.