Course Overview

Computer crimes call for forensics specialists, people who know how to find and follow the evidence. This course examines the fundamentals of system forensics, such as what forensics is, the role of computer forensics specialists, computer forensic evidence, and application of forensic analysis skills. In this course, you will learn about computer crimes, forensic methods,and laboratories and addresses the tools, techniques,and methods used to perform computer forensics and investigation. Finally, it explores emerging technologies as well as future directions of this interesting and cutting-edge field.

In addition to premium instructional content from Jones & Bartlett Learning's comprehensive Information Systems Security and Assurance (ISSA) curriculum, this course provides access to a customized 'virtual sandbox' learning environment that aggregates an unparalleled spectrum of cybersecurity applications. Providing instant, unscheduled access to labs from the convenience of a web-browser, this course allows you to practice 'white hat' hacking on a real IT infrastructure-these are not simulations. Winner of the 'Security Training and Educational Programs' top prize at the prestigious 2013 Global Excellence Awards by Info Security Products Guide, the industry's leading information security research and advisory guide, these labs provide valuable exposure to complex, real world challenges and over 200 hours of training exercises on how hackers and perpetrators use these applications and tools.

Certification:

This course covers content within the following industry certification exam:

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) - two content domains covered