Hands-On Digital Forensics Course

This hands-on digital forensics course teaches students how to conduct thorough investigations using real tools, virtual labs, and forensic methodologies. Through practical training, you’ll learn to capture forensic images, recover deleted files, and analyze cyber threats like malware across various platforms including Windows and mobile devices.

You’ll explore the full investigation process—from collecting digital evidence to producing final reports—with an emphasis on cybersecurity context and compliance. The course includes practical exercises with Autopsy, FTK Imager, and Ghidra, plus OSINT techniques, Windows registry analysis, and memory forensics using the Volatility Framework.

• Acquire and examine digital evidence using professional forensic tools
• Conduct malware analysis and memory forensics in lab environments
• Practice network forensics using Wireshark and real-world traffic
• Simulate incident response scenarios and test reporting skills
• Apply digital forensics concepts to mobile devices and cloud systems
• Explore legal aspects of digital forensics and chain-of-custody practices
• Build a self-paced lab using CSI Linux and Kali Forensic Mode

Upon successful completion of this program, students will gain practical cybersecurity skills and the confidence to identify, analyze, and report on digital threats, contributing to investigations across corporate and law enforcement environments. They’ll be prepared to assist organizations with critical forensic objectives, understand the importance of preserving digital evidence, and enroll in future advanced studies with a solid foundation.