Course Overview
This course will introduce students to forensic issues related to mobile devices that may use cloud resources. Students will learn what data can be retrieved from a mobile device, and they will get hands-on experience using current tools to perform the extraction. Students will analyze this data and align it with records from network security providers to inform an investigation. Cloud resources will also be addressed using industry standard software. Technical and legal issues will be considered.
Prerequisite(s)
- Admission to a forensic credential program or permission of the Program Head
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$946.98
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe all steps required to collect and handle evidence from mobile devices.
- Create a forensic report detailing the data extracted from a mobile device.
- Analyze the data collected from a mobile device using existing hardware and software.
- Assess the impact of different cellular networks on forensic data.
- Use data from network service providers together with extracted data to improve forensic picture.
- Extract cloud data associated with a given mobile device.
- Explain the legal considerations associated with cloud extraction.
Effective as of Winter 2018
Related Programs
Mobile Forensics (FSCT 8500) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Forensic Investigation (Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity Option)
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- Forensic Investigation (Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity Option)
Bachelor of Technology Full-time/Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2027
Below is one offering of FSCT 8500 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 86218
Dates
Jan 04 - Apr 12 Loading
- CRN 86218
- $946.98 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 04 | Mon | 18:00 - 21:30 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 320 |
| Jan 11 - Feb 01 | Mon | 18:00 - 21:30 | Online |
| Feb 08 | Mon | 18:00 - 21:30 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 320 |
| Feb 22 | Mon | 18:00 - 21:30 | Online |
| Mar 01 - Mar 22 | Mon | 18:00 - 21:30 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 320 |
| Apr 05 | Mon | 18:00 - 21:30 | Online |
| Apr 12 | Mon | 18:00 - 21:30 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 320 |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Ilia Lvovski
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- HYBRID delivery format. No classes on: Mon Feb 15, Family Day or Mar 29, 2027 Easter Monday. There is no required textbook. Students who have been accepted into a Forensics program where this course is a part of the program matrix may register without any further approvals. Students who are not currently accepted in a Forensics program or, if this course is NOT part of your program matrix, please contact the Program Assistants for departmental approval @ BCIT_Forensics@bcit.ca. For information on Forensic programs and courses, please visit: www.bcit.ca/computing-academic-studies/forensics/.
Confirmation
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Status
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