Course description

Digital forensics is a specialized branch of cybersecurity focused on the identification, preservation, analysis, and presentation of digital evidence in a legally admissible manner. This field plays a crucial role in investigating cybercrimes, data breaches, and other security incidents by recovering and analyzing data from computers, mobile devices, and networks. Digital forensics experts utilize advanced tools and techniques to uncover evidence, trace malicious activities, and support legal proceedings. As cyber threats become more sophisticated, the demand for skilled digital forensics professionals continues to grow, making it an essential component of modern cybersecurity strategies.

What will i learn?

  • The domain will cover basic digital forensics and network security, and also cover computer system tools and the Linux/UNIX operating system which are highly essential in the cyber world.
  • Able to deal with digital evidence in a professional manner (that includes adhering to appropriate legal guidelines).
  • It will then follow either the Cyber Security or Digital Forensics pathway within the course (though each leads to the same-named degree: the pathways are simply opportunities to specialize within the field).
  • In addition, all students will take a Research Methods module and complete a project module to devote them to the world of research for their future edifice and expertise.
  • Candidates after the completion of the domain have lucrative openings & scopes in the emerging areas surrounding research & development in academics, nuclear power plants, corporates, Govt. organization like railway, banking & also in national as well as International grounds with good designations as Chief Information Security Officer, Forensic Computer Analyst, Information Security Analyst, Digital Forensics Investigator, Digital Forensics specialist, Homeland Security Professional and many more.

Text books & references

AJAY KUMAR.A

Free

Modules

5

Skill level

Beginner

Expiry period

Lifetime

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