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Computer Forensics Courses

Computer forensics courses can help you learn data recovery techniques, digital evidence analysis, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in identifying cyber threats, conducting forensic investigations, and preserving digital evidence for legal proceedings. Many courses introduce tools like EnCase, FTK, and Autopsy, that support analyzing hard drives, recovering deleted files, and examining network traffic.

Popular Computer Forensics Courses and Certifications


  • N

    Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

    Introduction to Forensic Science

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Chemistry, Investigation, Biochemistry, Laboratory Testing, Pharmacology, Science and Research, Laboratory Procedures, Molecular Biology

    4.9 stars, 2.9K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (2.9K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Fundamentals of Computer Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Data Security, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Data Encryption Standard, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Encryption, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Cryptographic Protocols, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Metasploit, Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Policies, Secure Coding, Linux

    4 stars, 605 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4 (605) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Cambridge

    Forensic Science: DNA Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Molecular Biology, Specimen Collection, Biostatistics, Laboratory Techniques, Biology

    4.8 stars, 20 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • R

    Royal Holloway, University of London

    Cyber Security – Technology and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Linux, Network Security, Cyber Governance, IT Security Architecture, OSI Models, Incident Management, Incident Response, Security Management, Linux Commands, TCP/IP, Computer Systems, Command-Line Interface, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Cybersecurity, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Attacks, Culture, Psychology

    4.8 stars, 221 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (221) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Introduction to Cybersecurity for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Network Security, Data Security, Security Awareness, Authentications, Data Integrity

    4.7 stars, 1.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Infosec

    Windows Registry Forensics

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Microsoft Windows, Digital Analysis, User Accounts, System Configuration, Software Installation

    4.7 stars, 70 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (70) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Computer Information Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Productivity Software, Risk Management Framework, digital literacy, Systems Design, Network Security, Computer Hardware, Computer Systems, Data Security, Risk Management, Information Technology, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, System Software, General Networking, Productivity, Information Privacy, Information Systems

    4.6 stars, 367 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (367) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Incident Response - Theory to Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Incident Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Management, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Crisis Management, Disaster Recovery, Communication Planning, Internal Communications, Analysis, Record Keeping

    4.8 stars, 22 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (22) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Princeton University

    Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Code Reusability, Java Programming, Java, Program Development, Computer Science, Algorithms, Animations

    4.7 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • G

    Google

    Sound the Alarm: Detection and Response

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Detection, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Management, Network Monitoring, Splunk, Network Analysis

    4.8 stars, 3.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (3.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EC-Council

    Cybersecurity Attack and Defense Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Threat Management, Mobile Security, Cloud Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Vulnerability Assessments, Cryptography, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Authorization (Computing), Cloud Computing, Encryption, Authentications, Identity and Access Management, Data Integrity, Network Analysis, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS

    4.6 stars, 822 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (822) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Cybersecurity Fundamentals with Cisco Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Business Continuity Planning, Incident Response, Risk Mitigation, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Risk, Business Continuity, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Computer Security Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Network Security, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Operations, Risk Control, Crisis Management, Threat Detection, Performance Measurement

    4.9 stars, 16 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (16) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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