Computer Forensics Degree

About the Degree:

Computer Forensics fulfills the requirements for a double major in Computer Information Science and Criminal Justice Administration. Cyber attacks, hacking, and other computer-based criminal activities cost businesses and government organizations billions of dollars each year. Computer Forensics involves techniques for securing computer networks as a precaution against criminal threat. The Computer Forensics degree option at Missouri Southern State University results in a double major in Computer Information Science (CIS) and Criminal Justice Administration.

What You’ll Learn:

The student must be able to create object-oriented programs of moderate complexity in a currently prominent application programming language.
The student must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the following: system concepts, operating systems, and networking.
The student must be able to design and implement a normalized multi-table database that models a given organization’s information requirements.
As a team leader, the student must be able to set team goals, allocate work, and evaluate the team performance. As a team member, the student must be able to execute tasks and produce deliverables.
The student must possess the knowledge and skills necessary to obtain employment in the IT field.
The student must be able to express him/herself with clarity, conciseness, and effectiveness.

This Degree is Great for You if:

You want to work as a computer forensics investigator for a city, state or federal law enforcement agency or prosecutor's office.
You're interested investigating evidence left on a user's local machine or ISP server to convict or exonerate accused criminals.
You want to work for a major corporation or want to teach Computer Forensics.