Cyber Forensics, Minor

Minor in Cyber Forensics (225001M)

The Cyber Forensics Minor provides an educational foundation in both the legal and technical aspects of computer crime investigation. Students explore the criminology of high technology crime, criminal law as it applies to digital evidence, the investigative process, and professional communication. Students will gain hands-on experience with contemporary forensic tools and receive technical instruction in computer hardware, networks, and operating systems. Individuals working in the legal and investigative fields that seek to enhance their technical skills and beginners with a general interest in the subject area are welcome.

Program Contact
Stanley Smith
Polsky 318
330-972-6950
shsmith@uakron.edu

The following information has official approval of The School of Disaster Sciences and Emergency Services and The College of Health and Human Sciences, but is intended only as a guide. Completion of this minor is contingent upon many factors, including but not limited to: class availability, total number of required credits, work schedule, finances, family, course drops/withdrawals, successfully passing courses, prerequisites, among others.

The following courses constitute a “Minor in Cyber Forensics” and must be completed with a minimum grade point average of 2.0 overall for the minor to be noted on the student’s record. Please refer to the University Requirements for Minor Areas of Study for specific graduation information regarding minors.

Summary

Required Courses21
Total Hours21

Required Courses

DGFR:100Introduction to Digital Forensics3
DGFR:280Cybercrime3
DGFR:281Computer Forensic Methods3
DGFR:283Cyber Warfare3
DGFR:383Ethical Hacking3
DGFR:441Network Forensics I3
DGFR:443Network Forensics II3
Total Hours21