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Diploma in Computer Forensic

Introduction:

Computer Forensic is the study of detection and investigation of crime committed on or via computers and computer networks. Examples of computer-related criminal activity include fraud, pornography, harassment, copyright offences, organized crime and computer misuse. Due to increasing police awareness of the importance of computer-based evidence in criminal cases, there is an expanding need for computer professionals with the abilities to reliably handle sensitive and irreplaceable materials, to investigate those materials in an appropriate manner, and then to prepare appropriate reports to legal personnel. The skills required by the computer forensic specialist are therefore very broad - deeply technical on the one hand, highly professional on the other.

Diploma in Computer Forensic (DCF) has been developed to produce support forensics specialists who has the knowledge in the legal and investigative processes, and skilled in the field of computing, especially security.

Entry Requirements:

  1. Certificate in Science Computer PTPL with a pass in all subjects

    OR

  2. Pass in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or its equivalent with:
    1. 3 honours (credit) in any subjects; priority given Mathematics

      OR

  3. Certificate from Polytechnic, Public Institute Of Higher Learning (IPTA) and other qualification recognized by MSU senate.

Objectives

The objectives of the program are to:

  1. provide students with a technical skills and competencies in the field of forensic computing thus producing competent and confident graduates.
  2. produce students who will have a hands on knowledge and able to perform technical role in forensic computing field.
  3. equip students with right skills thus enabling them to adapt real working environment, while contributing positively to the society at large.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, graduates are able to:

  1. apply appropriate skills and knowledge in solving computer forensics problems.
  2. display their competence in the various forensic computing field.
  3. apply their theoretical and practical knowledge in forensic computing, into the future and emerging technology d) perform competitively as a technical support in any organization.

Duration

Two years and 6 months (5 full semesters & 2-3 short semesters) full time study.

Exemption

Students with SPM or equivalent qualification can apply exemption for the following subjects:-

Code Subject Credit
MPW1133 Pengajian Malaysia 3(3+0)

 

Core Subject

Among the subjects that students will learn are:-

  1. Introduction to Programming
  2. Introduction to Network
  3. Computer forensic I
  4. Internet Technology
  5. Object Oriented Programming
  6. Fundamentals of Database
  7. Criminal Investigation
  8. Computer Forensic II
  9. Operating System
  10. Introduction to Criminal Law
  11. Linux Programming
  12. System Analysis and Design
  13. Computer Troubleshooting
  14. Network and Computer Security
  15. Cyber Law
  16. Ethic in Computing
  17. Project

Extra Course Features

Part from the subjects learned in the classroom or lab, students will gain extra knowledge and/or benefits through:-

  1. Internship program with various industries.
  2. Regularly held seminars by the experts, to expose students to current issues and prepare them for their career world.
  3. Internet access and interactive e-learning modules.
  4. Applying knowledge gained through computer forensic project.
  5. Exposure in various computer forensic techniques.
  6. Joining the fun social activities such as outdoor programs, mount climbing, or stage performances.

Career

Career in computer forensics are found mainly in IT/Security environment:-

  1. Law-Enforcement Agencies
  2. Military And Government Intelligence Agencies
  3. Private Security
  4. Consulting Companies

Some of the job functions in computer forensics are:

  1. Investigate and uncover evidence of illegal activities conducted via computer, such as credit-card fraud, intellectual-property theft, pedophilia, terrorism and computer system intrusion (hacking). Illegal activities conducted via computer are generally referred to as "computer crimes" or "cyber crimes".
  2. Investigate and uncover evidence of crimes that weren't directly committed via computer, but for which the accused might have stored evidence on computer data storage devices.
  3. Detect and close computer system security holes through "legal" hacking.

Job Prospect

Positions the graduates can fill in the above organizations are:-

  1. Computer Forensic Investigator
  2. Digital Forensics Detectives
  3. Cyber Investigators
  4. Programmer
  5. Computer Technician

Salary range for the above positions is between RM1,800 to RM3,000 monthly.

 

Industrial Linkages

  1. Hewlett Packard
  2. Malaysian Airports Holdings Bhd
  3. HiTech Padu Bhd
  4. MARA
  5. Jabatan Pelajaran Negeri Selangor
  6. FTMSK UiTM
  7. PAC Total Solutions Sdn Bhd
  8. ACCEL TEAM Sdn Bhd
  9. MARONIX Sdn Bhd
  10. MATRADE
  11. Booth Technologies Sdn Bhd
  12. Polis Diraja Malaysia
  13. Angkatan Tentera Malaysia
  14. MIMOS
  15. NISER

 

Sponsor

MARA, PTPTN and Bank Loans.