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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study, Virtual Classroom	Video Based

Course Overview

Computer Forensics is a part of the RITx Cybersecurity MicroMasters Computer Forensics programme. It deals with digital forensics. Digital forensics interprets cyber crimes. It is based on real-life implications. It is designed to impart knowledge of court admissibility. The usage of Linux/Unix and Windows for performing computer forensics is emphasised. The course has graded quizzes included in the Computer Forensics certification syllabus for the candidates.

Computer Forensics training course by edX is one of the courses of the MicroMasters programme which ensures MicroMasters credential. It is an instructor-paced course. It will provide timely interaction with the instructor. Computer Forensics certification will be obtained after completing this online course, which eventually will fetch direct admission into the professional market. The Computer Forensics certification is shareable on all platforms such as Linkedin. It can also be downloaded and printed for a CV or resume.

The certificate will push the candidates one step ahead in gaining the MicroMasters credential. edX offers both audit and verified tracks into which the candidates may enroll to learn this particular course. The verified track will help the candidates to learn about this course for a limited period whereas the audit track will allow free access to the course materials but that too for a limited period.

The Highlights

Verified by the Rochester Institute of Technology
Shareable certificate
Online Lectures
90% financial assistance
Graded Quiz
Discussion forum
Linux/Unix

Programme Offerings

Graded quiz
Online lectures
discussion forum

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees Informations	Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
INR 33249	yes	RIT

The course can be accessed in two ways. The details about these two ways are given below-

The audit candidates are given free access to the course content.
The Computer Forensics certification can be accessed with the possibility of gaining a certificate only through the verified track. For the programme, the candidates will have to pay the Computer Forensics fees of Rs.33,249 .

Computer Forensics fees

Fee category	Amount in INR
Certification	33,249

Eligibility Criteria

Education

The candidates who desire to enrol for the Computer Forensics certification course will be expected to have completed CYBER501x, another MicroMasters course by edX.

Certification qualifying details

To qualify for a certificate in this Computer Forensics certification course, the candidates will have to complete their graded quizzes with the required grade. They will also have to pass the exam with the required grade.

What you will learn

Knowledge of Linux

The course is an opportunity for any candidate to learn in detail about forensic investigations, from fundamentals to the advanced! Following are the learning outcomes for the Computer Forensics programme

This Computer Forensics online course as the name suggests deals with giving a complete forensic detailed investigation procedure to its learners.
The candidates will learn to revise their knowledge of cybersecurity learned on other courses.
The candidates will know how to create forensic pieces of evidence that could be submitted in court under the Computer Forensics course.
The candidates will learn about the usage of ethical and legal ways of investigation.
Identification and analyzing skills will be improved.
Reviewing the reports will be an important part of the Computer Forensics training.
The candidates will learn to operate Unix/Linux, Windows, and other file recovery systems.

Who it is for

Computer Forensics by edX is a course that is recommended for:

The candidates who wish to advance their skills in computer securities.
The candidates who want to learn about the latest tools and technologies related to forensics.

Note: The licenses offered to edX by U.S. OFAC are not broad enough for some countries such as Iran, Cuba and the Crimea region of Ukraine.

Admission Details

The hopeful learners for the Computer Forensics course are given below in these guided steps-

Step 1: Open the web browser and then go to this URL- https://www.edx.org/course/computer-forensics

Step 2: Then register with your email id, Google, or Facebook.

Step 3: Sign in after registering

Step 4: Click on the “Enroll Now” tab

Step 5: After that, the candidates will have to choose one mode to access the Computer Forensics training.

Step 6: The first mode is verified which can be accessed by paying the specified amount.

Step 7: The second mode is the audit track. This online course is free here but no certificate can be availed.

The Syllabus

Instructors

RIT Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Is there any way to receive an update on the Computer Forensics course while proceeding in the course?

The learners will be notified about the highlighted themes and the discussion areas through email updates for this course.

2: Who will answer the questions on the online Computer Forensics programme discussion topic?

The Computer Forensics programme team is usually responsible for answering the questions in the “Questions about the course” section.

3: How long does it take for the refunds to process?

The refunding is done immediately after the candidate's unenroll. The candidates can expect the refunds in two-three business days.

4: Can I get the certificate immediately after completing the Computer Forensics training?

The certificates for instructor-paced courses offered by edX are issued within two or three business days.

5: What is the deadline for upgrading the Computer Forensics course?

The deadline for upgrading courses varies. The end dates can be checked on the right-hand side of the Computer Forensics course by edXpage.

6: What are the guide troubleshooting problems for Computer Forensics online course?

edX’s “Help Center” and Learner’s Documentation can guide the candidates in resolving their troubleshooting problems.

7: Where to contact for further questions on the content?

The learners can check the FAQ section of the Computer Forensics and they can also contact RITx Support Team for further assistance.

8: Whom to contact if I don’t understand the graded quizzes in the Computer Forensics certification syllabus?

For assistance in understanding the graded quizzes, contact RITx Support Team with the Computer Forensics course number, the unit number and the question number.

9: How will I receive a Computer Forensics certificate?

The candidates will receive a link for downloading the certificate in the edX dashboard.

10: What is the subject of this course?

This course deals with the computer science subject.