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Computer Forensics
Award:
Associate of Applied Science
Total Credits for Award:
60.00
Description:
Minneapolis College's Computer Forensics A.A.S. is a unique degree program that combines knowledge and skills of a number of areas including information technology, information security, computer forensics, criminal justice, law, investigation and ethics. Computer forensics professionals are primarily employed by governmental and legal agencies that specialize in cybercrime investigations. Instructors with business and industry experience lead classes and cover the various program areas. In addition, you will have the chance to work in groups with other class members to learn valuable teamwork and communication skills that reflect the real-world soft-skill requirements.
Upon completion of the program, you will have gained strong technical problem- solving, interpersonal and communication skills that will be useful as you enter the workforce.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS: FIRST SEMESTER:
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COURSE #
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TITLE
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CREDITS
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GOAL AREA(S)
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ITEC 1005
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Preparing for IT
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1
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ITEC 1100
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Information Technology Concepts
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2
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ITEC 1110
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Information Technology Skills
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2
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ITEC 1150
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Introduction to Computer Programming with Python
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3
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ITEC 1250
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Microsoft Windows Operating Systems
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3
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ITEC 1425
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Introduction to Computer Networks
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4
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TOTAL CREDITS:
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15
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COURSE REQUIREMENTS: SECOND SEMESTER:
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COURSE #
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TITLE
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CREDITS
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GOAL AREA(S)
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Communication Studies Course
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Choose any CMST course that meets MnTC Goal Area 1
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3
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1 |
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ENGL 1110 Or
ENGA 1110
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College Composition
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3
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1 |
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PSCI 1101
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American Government
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3
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5,9 |
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PSCI 2000
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Constitutional Law
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3
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5,9 |
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ITEC 1310
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Microcomputer System Maintenance
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4
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TOTAL CREDITS:
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16
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COURSE REQUIREMENTS: THIRD SEMESTER:
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COURSE #
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TITLE
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CREDITS
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GOAL AREA(S)
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ENGL 1111
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Research and Composition for Change
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3
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1 |
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Information Studies (INFS) Course
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Choose any of the 3 credit INFS Research Methods Courses. INFS 2009 is recommended
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3
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Varies |
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Choose one of the following ITEC Courses:
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ITEC 2710
ITEC 1475
ITEC 2880
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Microsoft Server System Administration
Linux System Administration
Cisco Network Administration
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4 |
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ITEC 2865
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Internet/Intranet Security: Implementation and Management
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4
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TOTAL CREDITS:
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14
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COURSE REQUIREMENTS: FOURTH SEMESTER:
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COURSE #
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TITLE
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CREDITS
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GOAL AREA(S)
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ITEC 2855
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Computer Forensics
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4
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ITEC 2950
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Information Technology Career Preparation
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2
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SOCI 2156
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Introduction to Criminal Justice
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3
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5,9 |
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Program Electives
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Choose any 2 credit course. BUSN 1166 is recommended.
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2
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General Education
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Choose courses from any of the MnTC Goal Areas. MATH 1110 or MATH 1119 is recommended.
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4
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Varies |
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TOTAL CREDITS:
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15
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General Education (25 Credits):
To complete the Computer Forensics A.A.S. degree, students are required to successfully complete 22 credits of General Education coursework.
All students pursuing this award should work closely with their advisor to ensure proper selection of required program courses, if applicable program electives, required Minnesota Transfer Curriculum courses, and MnTC electives. You are expected to meet with your advisor on a regular basis to ensure courses are taken in an order that will lead to efficient and successful completion of the required coursework.