Programs & Courses

Forensic Investigation
FSCT 7220 - Introduction to Computer Crime Studies

This course will provide the student with an introduction to the use of computers in policing. The material will be broken down into five sections: 1. Computing fundamentals and computer history; 2. Networks, networking technologies, the Internet; 3. Security technologies, tools and techniques; 4. Computer crime, investigative techniques, forensic examination; and 5. Administrative computing in the police environment. The course will provide an overview of these areas and provide enough information to allow investigators to make intelligent decisions when confronted with computer systems, computer-based crime, proposals for new computing projects, or to assist their agencies in working with the community. Prerequisite: Admission to a Forensic credential program or permission of the Program Coordinator. (3 Credits)

Winter 2012


Jan 19-Apr 1213 Weeks$768.75CRN: 78235
Jan 19-Apr 12Thu18:00-21:30DTC 475
Instructor: Rui Pereira
Note: Departmental Approval Needed - For authorization to register, please contact Forensics Department at 604.412.7436. For course and program information, visit: http://www.bcit.ca/cas/forensics/ For textbook requirements, check: http://www.bcit.ca/bookstore/
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Jan 20-Apr 2013 Weeks$768.75CRN: 79443
Jan 20-Apr 20Fri18:00-21:30DTC 475
Instructor: Rui Pereira
Note: Departmental Approval Needed - **No class on Friday, April 6, Statutory Holiday.** For Authorization to register, please contact Forensics Department at 604.412.7436. For course and program information, please visit: http://www.bcit.ca/cas/forensics/ .
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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