2016-2017 Catalog

CIS 170 Information Technology in Criminal Justice

Prerequisite

CIS 105

This course provides a foundational overview of the types of crimes and terrorist acts committed using digital technology. Students will explore information technology, computing networks and the Internet in a criminal justice context. Topics include the theories addressing digital criminals and an overview of legal strategies and tactics targeting digital crime. Fundamental research skills in the investigation of digital crime and terrorism also will be explored.