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This course is funded through OJJDP. To register for this class, you must be affiliated with an ICAC Task Force. Furthermore, you must agree to comply with the Best Practices and Standards established by ICAC. If you have any questions about the ICAC Best Practices and Standards, please contact your ICAC commander.

This 4 day course was designed for criminal investigators, prosecutors, or support staff whose duties include the investigation and prosecution of high-technology crimes and the seizure of electronic evidence. It teaches the fundamentals of computer operations and hardware function, and how to protect, preserve and image digital evidence. This class will introduce participants to the unique skills, best practices and methodologies necessary to assist in the investigation and prosecution of computer crime.

The course includes presentations and hands-on instruction on such topics as Partitioning, Formatting, Data Storage, Hardware and Software write blockers, the Boot Up process, and Duplicate Imaging.

This course is designed for individuals who already possess a good understanding of computers and common software applications. It utilizes common computer forensic applications, currently used in the field by experienced practitioners. In addition, knowledge of basic DOS commands is essential.

As a prerequisite for this course, each student is required to successfully complete an online component.