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CIS 201 - Digital Forensics and the Law


5.0 Credits
Covers legal issues relevant to information security and digital forensics professionals. Topics: Electronic discovery, expert testimony, electronic surveillance, evidence retention, preservation and spoliation, privacy issues, Sarbanes Oxley & other legislation. Prerequisite: CIS 125  with a GPA of at least 2.8 or equivalent.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Describe how electronic discovery differs from digital forensics. [REASON]
  2. List and describe the common legal issues related to electronic evidence. [REASON]
  3. Explain and list the various legislation and regulations that impact technology. [REASON]
  4. Explain how the Fourth Amendment pertains to computer privacy. [REASON]
  5. Summarize in writing the Washington State Laws that pertain to Cyber Crime. [COMMUNICATE]
  6. Critique an acceptable use policy. [REASON]
  7. List and describe the generally accepted computer forensic procedures and the importance/impact of each. [REASON]
  8. Analyze and critique forensic analysis reports. [REASON]
  9. Analyze and critique search warrants, affidavits, and subpoenas. [REASON]



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