CIS 104
Digital Forensics and Hacking Investigation

Course Description

The course is an introduction to computer cybercrime and hacking investigation processes. Topics include computer forensics tools, hacking investigation tools, data recovery, information gathering techniques, computer data preservation techniques, and computer cybercrime investigation techniques. System administrators, security professionals, IT staff, and law enforcement personnel, would benefit from taking this course. Also, this course can help prepare students to pass computer forensics certification examinations, such as the EC-Council Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) or the Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) credential.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
34925 CIS 104 63Z Seats open No set days TBA-TBA Felix Amoruwa ONLINE
No set days TBA-TBA

Class Dates: This class runs from 2027-01-04 to 2027-03-26.
Footnote:
CIS -104.-63Z: Fully ONLINE. This is an online lecture, laboratory class. The lecture and laboratory do not have scheduled meetings and can be completed independently each week on the student's own time. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.

Class Materials

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Course Details

Units
4.5 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 1.5
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
  • Letter Grade
  • Pass/No Pass

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory
  • ESL 261 and ESL 265, or ESL 461 and ESL 465, or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL 5
  • CIS 108
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