Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Digital Forensics
CCIT pioneers a specialized program in Digital Forensics that brings together aspects of technology, forensics and risk management across the above disciplinary area. The idea is a continuum of thoughts within the industry stakeholders in developing expertise in digital forensic investigation, enterprise security, criminology, prevention of hostile cyber-behavior, criminal activity and breach of rules and procedures in a network centric environment. This includes using risk analysis to develop better and safer practices and procedures. The program aims to develop skills in understanding, pin pointing, identifying, investigating and preventing electronic crimes through appropriate security measures.
Objectives
- To understand computer networks, internet and security apparatus
- To appreciate the legal aspects of an investigation in the context of electronic crime
- To consider risk management as part of electronic environments
- To efficiently apply learned expertise to the technical content of computer forensics investigations and to reach to a successful conclusion
- To develop policies to eliminate and reduce electronic crimes
Career Opportunities
- Consulates
- Cyber Intelligence Officer
- Mobile Systems Developer
- Intrusion Forensic Engineer
- Wireless Network Administrator
- Computer Crime & Investigation Officer
- Intelligence Officer at the Embassies/ security specialists
1.General Education Required Courses (13 Courses/39 Credits)
No |
Course Code |
Course Title |
C.H. |
1 |
ARL-AA 100
ARL-NA 100 |
Communication Skills in Arabic Language |
3 |
2 |
ENG 100 |
English |
3 |
3 |
ENG 105 |
English for Specific Purposes |
3 |
4 |
MAT 100 |
General Mathematics |
3 |
5 |
CIT 100 |
Computer Literacy |
3 |
6 |
CIT 105 |
Introduction to IT & Applications |
3 |
7 |
ASC 100 |
Study and Learning Skills |
3 |
8 |
ASC 110 |
Introduction to Social Sciences |
3 |
9 |
ASC 200 |
General Psychology |
3 |
10 |
ASC 205 |
General Statistics |
3 |
11 |
ASC 210 |
Natural Sciences |
3 |
12 |
ASC 105 |
Islamic Culture |
3 |
13 |
ASC 300 |
UAE and GCC Society |
3 |
2. Core Requirements (24 Courses / 72 Credits)
No. |
Course Code |
Course Title |
C.H. |
1 |
MAT 105 |
Calculus |
3 |
2 |
CIT 201 |
Introduction to Programming |
3 |
3 |
CIT 200 |
Network Essentials |
3 |
4 |
CIT 207 |
Object Oriented Programming |
3 |
5 |
CIT 212 |
Database Systems |
3 |
6 |
CIT 203 |
Discrete Mathematics |
3 |
7 |
CIT 215 |
Data Structures and Algorithms |
3 |
8 |
CIT 205 |
Website Design |
3 |
9 |
CIT 300 |
Multimedia Technology |
3 |
10 |
CIT 301 |
Introduction to Operating Systems |
3 |
11 |
CIT 302 |
Compiler Construction |
3 |
12 |
CIT 303 |
Computer Threats and Risks |
3 |
13 |
CIT 304 |
Cryptography and Internet Security |
3 |
14 |
CIT 305 |
Internship |
3 |
15 |
CIT 306 |
Computer Architecture and Organization |
3 |
16 |
CIT 307 |
Computer Ethics |
3 |
17 |
CIT 400 |
E-Business and E-Commerce Systems |
3 |
18 |
CIT 401 |
Artificial Intelligence |
3 |
19 |
CIT 402 |
System Analysis and Design |
3 |
20 |
CIT 403 |
IT Architecture |
3 |
21 |
CIT 404 |
IT Project Management |
3 |
22 |
CIT 405 |
Capstone Graduation Project |
3 |
23 |
CIT 406 |
Computer Graphics |
3 |
24 |
CIT 407 |
Software Engineering |
3 |
3. Specialization Elective Courses (5 Courses/ 15 Credits)
No |
Course Title |
Course Code |
1 |
Network Security |
CIT 208 |
2 |
Introduction to Computer Crime |
CIT 309 |
3 |
Computer Crime and Investigation Techniques |
CIT 408 |
4 |
Advanced Topics in CIT |
CIT 410 |
5 |
Intrusion Forensics |
CIT 413 |
6 |
Reverse Engineering |
CIT 417 |
Degrees, Courses, Programs | American University in the Emirates |