UC3ADF10 Advanced Device Forensics

UC3ADF10 Advanced Device Forensics

  • Course description
    • NQF Level
      Bachelor's degree (Level 6 1. Cycle)
    • Area of Study
      Computing
    • Program of Study
      Digital Forensics and Incident Response
    • ECTS
      10
    • Campus
      OnlinePLUS - Bergen, OnlinePLUS - Oslo, Online
    • Course Leader
      Emlyn Butterfield
Used in other programs
  • Digital Forensics and Incident Response
Introduction

Language of Instruction and assessment: English
May be offered on Campus and Online.
May be offered as a separate course.

Included in the following bachelor's degrees:

  • Digital Forensics and Incident Response
Course Aim(s)

This course aims to provide students with a hands-on in-depth view of the nuances of the analysis of alternative sources of digital evidence. This includes mobile devices and analytical skills that can be used for interpreting complex data.

Course Learning Outcomes
Knowledge

The student has knowledge of

K1 the forensic potential and difficulties associated with diverse digital devices.
K2 alternative forensic approaches to data gathering, analysis and interpretation.
K3 new technology and devices that are involved in investigations.
Skills

The student gain skills in

S1 will be able to apply sound forensic methodologies to diverse digital devices.
S2 an ability to draw conclusions and form opinions from recovered data.
S3 extract data from non-traditional devices.
General Competence

The student can demonstrate

G1 the scientific analysis of unseen platforms and devices.
G2 the communication of facts and ideas to a lay audience.
Course Topics
  • The identification and sound forensic analysis of alternative digital devices, moving away from traditional forensic approaches. This may include:
    • Mobile Devices – Android, iOS
    • IoT/Embedded systems
  • Advanced analysis and data identification techniques.
Teaching Methods
  • Teaching will be based on a hybrid-flexible approach. Instructor-led face-to-face learning is combined with online learning in a flexible course structure that gives students the option of attending sessions in the classroom, participating online, or doing both.
  • All activities require active student participation in their own learning.
  • Learning delivery methods and available resources will be selected to ensure constructive alignment with course content, learning outcomes and assessment criteria.
  • Students will be taught using a mixture of guidance, self-study, and lecture material. Topics will be introduced in a series of weekly lectures. The guidance sessions will be directed practical exercises and reading in which students can explore topics with support from a teacher. This material will also require students to self-manage their time to ensure tasks are completed and the theory is fully understood. This will allow the students to fully engage with lectures and with their peers.
Resources and Equipment
  1. Learning resources are available in the LMS and include, but is not limited to:
    • literature and online reading material (essential and recommended)
    • streams, recordings and other digital resources, where applicable
    • video conferencing and communication platforms, if applicable
    • tools, software and libraries, where applicable
  2. Students must have access to an internet connection, and suitable hardware.
    • Accessing live streams and virtual laboratories requires a minimum broadband connection of 2Mbps (4Mbps recommended).
  3. Students working on their own laptop/computer are required to acquire appropriate communications software, e.g., webcam, microphone, headphones.
Prerequisite Knowledge

UC2DIN10 Digital Investigation, or UC2DFI10 Digital Forensic Investigation, or equivalent course(s).

Reading List

The reading list for this course and any additional electronic resources will be provided in the LMS.

Study Workload

250 notional hours.
Study workload applies to both Campus and Online students.

ActivityDuration
Teacher-led activity
24 Hour(s)
Teacher-supported work
48 Hour(s)
Self-study
178 Hour(s)
Work Requirements

There are no mandatory assignments in this course.

Assessment Strategy

This course has two (2) exams contributing towards the overall and final grade of the course.

The course Test contributes 50% and the Term Paper contributes 50% of the overall grade.

All exams must be assessed as passed to receive the final Course Grade.

Form of assessmentGrading scaleGroupingDuration of assessment
Oral Test
A-F
Individual
Term Paper
A-F
Individual