Date on Master's Thesis/Doctoral Dissertation
8-2006
Document Type
Master's Thesis
Degree Name
M. Eng.
Department
Computer Engineering and Computer Science
Committee Chair
Elmaghraby, Adel S.
Subject
Computer security; Forensic sciences
Abstract
This thesis lays the groundwork for creation of a graduate-level computer forensics course. It begins with an introduction explaining how computing has invaded modern life and explains what computer forensics is and its necessity. The thesis then argues why universities need to be at the forefront of educating students in the science of computer forensics as opposed to proprietary education courses and the benefits to law enforcement agencies of having a computer scientist perform forensic analyses. It continues to detail what computer forensics is and is not. The thesis then addresses legal issues and the motivation for the topic. Following this section is a review of current literature pertaining to the topic. The last half of the thesis lays a groundwork for design of a computer forensics course at the graduate level by detailing a methodology to implement which contains associated laboratory praxis for the students to follow.
Recommended Citation
Morrison, Robin Cincinnatis 1975-, "Computer forensics methodology and praxis." (2006). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. Paper 1011.
https://doi.org/10.18297/etd/1011
