Digital Forensics Technology

Program at a Glance

2.5 Year Bachelor's Degree
120 Total Credits

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Real-World Case Studies


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Degree Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Information and Cybersecurity Operations offers a focused track in Digital Forensics Technology. This degree equips students with the skills and knowledge to investigate cybercrime and protect digital information. This program is ideal if you enjoy working with computer networks, solving problems, and handling sensitive data.

With the widespread transmission of sensitive, personal, and classified information, the Digital Forensics Technology track is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install, secure, test, and maintain computer networks to eliminate digital threats and protect critical infrastructure.

This year-round accelerated 2.5-year bachelor’s degree program prepares you for immediate impact in the field.

Knowledge and Skills

Graduates should grow in the following areas:

  • Digital Forensics Techniques:
    Collect, analyze, and preserve electronic evidence to aid in legal investigation.
  • Cybersecurity Expertise:
    Deep knowledge of computer science, networking, and security to counter digital threats.
  • Network Design and Security:
    Design, secure, and maintain computer networks.

University Benefits

On Campus or Online

Learn your way with in-person collaboration or online simulations and flexible schedules.

Graduate Faster

Our year-round, accelerated, programs let you earn your degree in just 2.5 years.

Simplified Scheduling

Your degree path is pre-scheduled, so you can focus on learning, not course registration.

Possible Career Paths

Graduates of this program pursue many different career paths. Some of the most common are:

System Support Specialist

System support specialists offer help desk assistance and technical support for various issues impacting end users, including software glitches, network outages, and hardware malfunctions. They also manage and maintain user accounts.

Evidence Technician

The Evidence Technician manages and preserves digital evidence. Responsibilities include receiving, cataloging, securely storing evidence, maintaining accurate records, assisting forensic examiners, and preparing evidence for legal proceedings, requiring detail orientation and strong organizational skills.

IT Specialist

An IT specialist in cybersecurity focuses on safeguarding an organization's information systems through threat analysis, security solutions implementation, and ongoing monitoring, ensuring data protection, network security, and compliance with cybersecurity policies and standards.

Flexible Learning Environments

Campus

Our campuses provide an immersive classroom setting, interacting directly with professors and classmates in real-time. Benefit from face-to-face discussions, hands-on labs, and the immediate support of instructors.

Online

Flexible and convenient, online learning allows you to study on your own time, from anywhere. Access lectures, lab simulations, and course materials online, collaborating with classmates through virtual forums and discussions.

Hybrid

To enhance flexibility, many campus courses are delivered via synchronous hybrid format, where students engage in both online learning activities and real-time interactions with instructors and classmates.

Digital Forensics Technology Curriculum

Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Science with a track in Digital Forensics

Featured Courses & Overview

Digital Forensic Analysis CJ310

Students will learn the fundamentals of handling evidence, creating forensic images and analyzing electronic evidence using forensic software packages.

Mobile Device Forensics CJ315

This course will provide students with skills related to the examination of mobile devices and the impact of mobile technology on the greater law enforcement community and prosecution of crimes.

Credit Hours

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31

Arts & Sciences

Courses which delve into both creative expression and the scientific world, shaping well-rounded thinkers.

65

Core Curriculum

Courses that provide an educational foundation, building essential skills across diverse subjects.

14

Track Courses

Specialized degree track courses are focused deep dives within your major, letting you become an expert in a specific niche related to your field.

10

Self Integration

These courses set you up for college success and beyond.

120

Total Credit Hours

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Certifications

uedbet University understands the power of certifications in today's dynamic technology field, and we believe enhancing your marketability is crucial.

To support your journey, uedbet offers discounted vouchers that significantly reduce the cost of certification exams from Microsoft, Cisco, EC-Council, and Oracle, not to mention industry favorites like A+, Network+, Linux+, and Security+.

Institutional Accreditation

uedbet University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees. uedbet University also offers credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.

Questions about the accreditation of uedbet University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

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