Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Computer Forensics | ||
Code | COMP343 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr JA Ray Computer Science Jeffrey.Ray@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2022-23 | Level 6 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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To provide a firm foundation to the field of information retrieval. To develop an systematic understanding of the theory and practice of computer forensics. To develop the skills and knowledge to undertake a forensic computing investigation in a systematic manner utilising existing methods, tools and techniques. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Demonstrate a systematic and thorough understanding of the theoretical concepts, processes and role of a computer forensics investigator in the organisation and law enforcement. |
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(LO2) Ability to Apply an appropriate and systematic approach to initiating and conducting a forensic investigation. |
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(LO3) Ability to select appropriate tools and techniques to recover and analyse material from a range of sources |
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(LO4) Demonstrate a critical awareness of issues and requirements for dealing with evidence. |
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(LO5) Demonstrate a critical awareness of issues and requirements when analysing and evaluating physical and forensic computing data evidence. |
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(S1) Self-management readiness to accept responsibility (i.e. leadership), flexibility, resilience, self-starting, appropriate assertiveness, time management, readiness to improve own performance based on feedback/reflective learning. |
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(S2) Literacy application of literacy, ability to produce clear, structured written work and oral literacy - including listening and questioning. |
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(S3) Computer Science practice |
Syllabus |
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Overview of Computer Forensics (Week 1) |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Teaching Method 2 - Practical Due to Covid-19, in 2021/22, one or more of the following delivery methods will be implemented based on the current local conditions. (b) Fully online delivery and assessment (c) Standard on-campus delivery with minimal
social distancing. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
20 |
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40 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 110 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
(343) Final exam | 0 | 70 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
(343.1) Assessment 1 Reassessment opportunity: Yes, resit exam will replace failed CA components, the Learning Outcomes will be covered in the resit exam. | 0 | 15 | ||||
(343.2) Assessment 2 Reassessment opportunity: Yes, resit exam will replace failed CA components, the Learning Outcomes will be covered in the resit exam. | 0 | 15 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |