Digital Forensics

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE 2024
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
Not available
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Understand the role of digital forensics in criminal investigations.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1.

    Explain how digital forensics contributes to criminal investigations, with reference to real cases / scenarios.

2.

Understand underpinning concepts and best practices in digital forensic investigations.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1.

    Explain the principles for legally gathering, recovering and preserving digital forensic evidence and remaining compliant with acceptable practice standards.

  • 2.2.

    Analyse the possible sources of data and information within devices with reference to the interpretation of information recovered.

3.

Be able to analyse the challenges related to the use of digital evidence within a forensic investigation.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Analyse the challenges associated with digital forensics due to increasing volume and diversity of data sources in investigations.

  • 3.2

    Evaluate strengths and limitations of digital evidence within a forensic investigation.