Description:
This three-month Digital Forensics course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to investigate cybercrimes, recover data, and analyze digital evidence. The program provides a comprehensive overview of forensic tools, methodologies, and legal considerations. By the end of the course, participants will be able to conduct thorough digital investigations on computers, mobile devices, and networks using industry-standard forensic tools.
Syllabus:
- Month 1:
- Introduction to Digital Forensics: Fundamentals, process, and types of digital evidence.
- Evidence Handling and Collection: Proper techniques for data acquisition, chain of custody, and evidence preservation.
- File System Forensics: Understanding FAT, NTFS, and EXT file systems and how to analyze them.
- Forensic Tools Overview: Introduction to popular forensic tools (FTK, EnCase, Autopsy) for digital investigations.
- Month 2:
- Data Recovery Techniques: Recovering deleted, encrypted, or corrupted data from hard drives and other storage devices.
- Memory Forensics: Analyzing volatile data from RAM to detect malware or suspicious activities.
- Network Forensics: Capturing and analyzing network traffic for cybercrime investigations.
- Mobile Forensics: Extracting and analyzing data from smartphones and tablets using forensic tools.
- Month 3:
- Forensic Report Writing: Best practices for documenting digital investigations and preparing reports for legal proceedings.
- Legal and Ethical Considerations: Chain of custody, admissibility of evidence, and privacy laws related to digital forensics.
- Case Studies: Real-world digital forensics cases to help participants understand practical applications of forensic methods.
- Mock Investigations: Hands-on investigation of simulated cybercrimes, including evidence collection, analysis, and reporting.
Training Material:
Participants will receive comprehensive PDF guides on digital forensics processes, tools, case studies, and report templates. Practical labs and case studies will be delivered through live or recorded sessions, as per the course schedule.
Methodology:
- Live/Recorded Sessions: Weekly live sessions will cover theoretical concepts and practical applications of digital forensics. Recorded sessions will be available for flexible learning.
- Hands-on Labs: Practical labs on using forensic tools, analyzing evidence, and recovering data will be provided throughout the course.
- Simulated Investigations: Real-world cybercrime simulations will allow participants to practice investigation techniques and write forensic reports.
- Group Discussions and Expert Talks: Regular discussions and expert-led webinars on the latest trends and challenges in digital forensics.
Benefits:
- Become proficient in digital forensics investigation techniques, preparing you for roles in cybersecurity, law enforcement, or consulting.
- Hands-on experience with industry-standard tools, such as FTK and EnCase, used by professional forensic investigators.
- Gain practical skills in handling real-world cybercrime investigations and reporting findings in a legally admissible manner.
- Understanding the legal frameworks and ethical challenges in digital forensics, ensuring compliance with privacy and data protection laws.