5 modules
Step into Cyber Forensics and Unlock the Secrets Behind Data
4.5 Level NCrF
National Credit Framework
30 Hours
Flexible Learning
Beginner Level
No prior experience required
Nano Credic Course
01 Credit
Course Overview
This course introduces learners to the fundamentals of digital forensics, guiding them through the process of identifying, collecting, and analyzing digital evidence. Starting with core forensic principles and investigation methodologies, participants learn to handle digital evidence responsibly, understand cybercrime scenarios, and apply investigative tools to uncover critical insights. The journey concludes with practical exercises that simulate real-world cyber incidents.
Key Learning Highlights
- Understand the fundamentals of digital forensics and cybercrime investigation.
- Learn techniques for acquiring and preserving digital evidence.
- Explore forensic analysis of computers, mobile devices, and network data.
- Apply forensic tools for evidence recovery and reporting.
- Hands-on exercises simulating real-world cyber incident investigations.
Tools & Platforms Used
Learning Outcome
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of digital forensics and forensic investigation stages.
- Apply principles of evidence handling, chain of custody, and legal admissibility.
- Use tools like FTK Imager for evidence imaging and validation.
- Perform forensic analysis and data recovery using Autopsy and other tools.
- Identify basic cyber laws, standards and compliance frameworks related to digital investigations.
Master the course with just 5 Modules
This course takes learners from the fundamentals of digital forensics to practical investigative skills. Beginning with core forensic principles and evidence handling, participants progress through analyzing computers, mobile devices, and network data. The journey concludes with hands-on exercises simulating real-world cyber incidents, preparing learners to uncover, preserve, and report digital evidence with confidence.
Fundamentals of Digital Forensics
Digital evidence types, forensics process stages (identification, preservation, collection, analysis and reporting), incident response overview.
Chain of Custody and Evidence Handling
- Best practices for evidence preservation, documentation and legal considerations; hands-on simulation of chain of custody using case logs.
Evidence Imaging with FTK Imager
- Disk imaging formats, FTK Imager usage, hash verification, integrity validation of acquired data.
Data Recovery and Analysis
Using Autopsy for file carving, timeline analysis, email and image analysis; recovering deleted files from storage media.
Cyber Law and Compliance
- Overview of Indian IT Act, digital evidence admissibility, international standards (ISO/IEC 27037), compliance basics.
Roles
- Digital Forensics Analyst
- Cybersecurity Investigator
- Junior Incident Response Specialist
