MS in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics
School of Business, Technology, and Health Care Administration
The Digital Forensics master’s specialization prepares information security professionals for successful performance-effective computer forensics and the legal challenges associated with conducting computer forensics investigations. Learners examine the ways data can be hidden on a computer, evaluate computer forensics investigation tools and procedures, apply methods of handling and transporting uncovered data, and create the reports necessary for presentation of digital forensic evidence at trial.
Core courses
| IAS5002 | Communication Skills for Today's Information Security Professional | 4 |
| IAS5010 | Information Technology Security Fundamentals | 4 |
| IAS5015 | Network Security Fundamentals and Cryptography | 4 |
| IAS5020 | Information Security Regulatory and Legal Environment | 4 |
| IAS5025 | Operating System Defense | 4 |
| IAS5030 | Identifying and Managing Risk | 4 |
Specialization courses
| IAS5100 | Data Engineering | 4 |
| IAS5110 | Digital Forensics Processes | 4 |
| IAS5120 | Digital Forensics Tools | 4 |
| IAS5130 | Programming for Security Professionals | 4 |
| IAS5200 | Network Architecture and Cyberoperations | 4 |
Capstone course
At least 4 quarter credits
Taken during the learner’s final quarter
Total
At least 48 quarter credits
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.
Multiple Specializations available (must be within the same degree program)