Union County College Faculty Curriculum Committee. New Course Proposal Form

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1 Union County College Faculty Curriculum Committee New Course Proposal Form To all faculty members seeking to introduce a new course proposal to the Curriculum Committee, please make sure to complete the attached form accurately before submitting your proposal. For all new courses, please submit an electronic copy of your proposal to the Curriculum Committee Chair, with a copy to the New Course/New Program Subcommittee Chair. All new course proposals must follow these guidelines completely. If these guidelines are not followed completely, your new course proposal may be delayed in the acceptance process. Please refer to the Curriculum Committee website for all deadlines and meeting dates. Please Note: a) These guidelines for submitting new courses were taken from the Union County College Curriculum Committee By-laws found on the committee s web page, and have been changed into checklist form for easy use. b) This form must be submitted to the New Course/New Program Subcommittee chairperson with your new course proposal. c) All courses that will be offered in a Distance Learning format (Online or Blended) must be reviewed by the Academic Technology Committee and approved by the Curriculum Committee. This applies to new courses that will be offered in the Distance Learning format for the first time. The proposal for all Distance Learning Courses should be reviewed by the Academic Technology Committee (ATC) prior to being submitted to the Curriculum Committee (but reviews may be concurrent if necessary). The ATC will only review the proposal as it relates to the technology required to deliver the course. For ATC proposal procedures, please contact the Chair of the ATC. d) For Pilot courses, please use the New Course Proposal Form and submit the attachments required for a new course. Cyber Crime Form, Page 1

2 Union County College Faculty Curriculum Committee New Course Proposal Form PART I ORIGINATOR(S): P. Rodihan DATE: September 1, 2013 DEPARTMENT CHAIR: P. Belmonte COURSE CODE: CIS 1XX TITLE: Cyber Crime and Computer Forensics PROGRAM: Computer Science CATALOG COURSE DESCRIPTION (including prerequisites, lecture/lab hours, credit hours): This course introduces students to the laws pertaining to cyberspace and computer investigations. During the semester students will learn about the procedures and tools used in computer investigations and analysis. They will learn how to conduct a high-tech investigation, acquire digital evidence, and report findings. Students will also learn about ethics. Prerequisites: ENG 089 and ENG lecture hours. 3 credit hours INSTRUCTIONAL METHOD (S): Lecture Lab Clinical Studio Online Blended This course is submitted as a Pilot course. Proposed first semester: Spring, 2014 Proposed Effective Catalog Date: Proposed Term Effective: Spring 2014 Anticipated frequency of offering: Every semester PART II A. COURSE DESIGNATION: General Education Please check the requested General Education knowledge area below: Communications Mathematics Cultural and Global Awareness Sciences Ethical Dimension Social Sciences Cyber Crime Form, Page 2

3 History Technological and Information Competency Humanities Basic Skills Distance Learning Career Course (Identify program): Other (Please Specify): B. PROGRAMS AFFECTED: Does the new course change an existing degree program? (If so, you may must submit a Program Revision form). C. COURSE LEVEL: 100 level course 200 level course Basic Skills course D. SEQUENCING: Is this course part of a sequence? Yes No If yes, what is the sequence? E. RATIONALE: 1. Describe the need for this course. (If Distance Learning format is proposed, explain the rationale) 2. How does this course enhance student learning? - Security is part of the main stream of computing and information technology. This course would also be helpful to some criminal justice majors. 3. Are there other courses in the College catalog similar to this course? If so, explain how this course is different. F. TRANSFERABILITY: How the course will satisfy the degree requirements of a specific fouryear institution? G. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES AND COSTS: Describe additional facilities, equipment, Cyber Crime Form, Page 3

4 staffing, print/non-print material, library resources, certification/special training for faculty, if applicable: H. PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE REVIEW: If this is a career course, has it been reviewed by the Advisory Committee? Yes No N/A If yes, what was the feedback? Positive, course is needed Part III REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS: Department Approval: Attach from department chair indicating department review and approval of the new course proposal. Course Syllabus: Attach course syllabus which must include the following required elements: Course description including pre-/co-requisites, credit hours, lecture/lab hours and suggested course number Course learning outcomes Student Resources (Required texts) Criteria for student evaluation: how course grades will be determined (exams, papers, student presentations, etc.). If distance learning is used, explain how/if the evaluation criteria will change with distance learning modality Course outline with topical or thematic weekly schedule of student activities. If Distance Learning is used, highlight any changes that will result from using the distance learning modality Suggested Teaching Methodologies Grid with Middle States Criteria for the Correlation of Program and General Education Learning Outcomes to Student Learning Outcomes and Assessment For distance learning courses only (this section will be reviewed by the ATC): an appendix addressing the technical issues related to administering the course via a distance learning modality. Consult with the Academic Technology Committee for specifics. Cyber Crime Form, Page 4

5 Review/Approval for Cyber Crime and Computer Forensics (Title of Course) APPROVALS: NEW COURSE/PROGRAM SUB-COMM.CHAIR DATE CURRICULUM COMMITTEE CHAIR DATE VP FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS DATE RECEIVED: REGISTRAR DATE ASSISTANT VP FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS DATE After all reviews/approvals have been completed, please return a copy of the completed signed form to Curriculum Committee Chair. Cyber Crime Form, Page 5

6 UNION COUNTY COLLEGE COURSE SYLLABUS COURSE NUMBER & NAME: LECTURE/LAB HOURS CIS 1xx Cyber Crime and Computer Forensics 3 Lecture Hours CREDITS 3 PREREQUISITES: None COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course introduces students to the laws pertaining to cyberspace and computer investigations. During the semester students will learn about the procedures and tools used in computer investigations and analysis. They will learn how to conduct a high-tech investigation, acquire digital evidence, and report findings. Students will also learn about ethics. COURSE OBJECTIVES/OUTCOMES: By the end of this course, the student will be able to: 1. Describe how to prepare for computer investigations and explain the difference between law enforcement agency and corporate investigations. 2. Identify the tasks in investigating crimes and violations. 3. Appraise contingency planning for data acquisitions and how to validate data acquisitions. 4. Explain the guidelines for processing law enforcement crime scenes and how to secure a computer incident or crime scene. 5. Analyze procedures for corporate high-tech investigations and explain requirements for data recovery 6. Summarize the roles of ethics and codes with forensics and the testimony of experts. STUDENT RESOURCES: Britz, Marjie T., Computer Forensics and Cyber Crime: An Introduction, 3 rd ed. Pearson Education, Inc ISBN: COURSE REQUIREMENTS: The successful completion of tests and final exam. The completion of all in-class assignments and projects. The completion of all assigned readings and homework. Attendance and class participation. Students are required to attend all classes. See the College Attendance Policy discussed in the UCC Catalog. Cyber Crime and Computer Forensics

7 An essential element of this course includes information literacy. Information Literacy is the evaluation and assessment of integrated information. Students will be able to locate, discern, and effectively use information to solve issues and/or problems. EVALUATION METHODS: Assignments/Homework 30% Tests 30% Final Exam/Paper/Project 40% Grading: A 90 or above C B D B D C F below 60 NOTE: The instructor reserves the right to modify the course requirements, assignments, grading procedures and other related policies as circumstances may dictate. ****STUDENTS WITH PHYSICAL LEARNING DISABILITIES**** Any student with special needs that will affect performance in this class should feel free to make an appointment to talk with the instructor during office hours (or by appointment) or contact the disabilities counselor in the Counseling office on the Cranford Campus. Cyber Crime and Computer Forensics

8 CLASS SCHEDULE: Week Topic Assignments/Readings/Activities 1 Introduction, Syllabus, ANGEL 1 Written assignment: What is cyber crime? Who are its victims? 2 Introduction and overview of computer forensics and cybercrime Readings. Continue with Chapter 1. Review and Written assignment: What is computer forensics? How do you prepare for investigations? What is the difference between law enforcement agency and corporate investigations? 3 Computer terminology and history Review: and Written assignment: What are the pros and cons of global connectivity? What methods are used by malicious users? 4 Computer crime: hackers and theft Written assignment: Why do individuals hack? What is the current state of computer crimes in the US and globally? 5 Contemporary computer crime Test 1: Chapters 1, 2, 3 Written assignment: What are the tools of a cybercriminal? 6 Identity theft and fraud Review: and Written assignment: What are the various types of theft/fraud? 7 Terrorism and organized crime Review: and Written assignment: How do terrorists communicate? How are they organized? 8 Prosecution and government efforts Test 2: Chapters 4, 5, 6 Review: and Written assignment: How can we help local agencies? 9 The First Amendment and cyber crime Written assignment: Defining child Cyber Crime and Computer Forensics

9 10 The Fourth Amendment and other legal issues 11 Computer forensics: terminology and requirements 12 Searching and seizing computer-related evidence pornography, indecency, and obscenity. Review: and Written assignment: What is the expectation of privacy? Test 3: Chapters 7, 8 Written assignment: What are some of the problems associated with finding digital evidence? What are the problems with computer investigations? Written assignment: What are the basic steps of crime-scene processing? Why should you look for evidence? How do you preserve evidence? 13 Processing evidence and reports Written assignment: What are the basic steps in data analysis? What are some forensic toolkits? How good are automated forensic packages? 14 Future issues Test 4: Chapters 9, 10, 11 Written assignment: How can legislation help? What are some of the emerging issues? 15 Final Exam/Project/Paper SUGGESTED TEACHING METHODOLOGIES: a. Lecture, group discussion, presentations, multimedia/technology, projects, experiments, demonstrations, etc. b. Indication of the percentages or emphasis given to teaching methodologies used will assist faculty members in course preparation and implementation. Cyber Crime and Computer Forensics

10 CORRELATION OF PROGRAM OUTCOMES, COURSE OUTCOMES, AND ASSESSMENT Program Outcomes Student Learning Outcomes Assessment of Outcomes Use written, oral, Describe how to prepare for computer Written: Exams, research and electronic investigations and explain the difference paper, assignments. formats to between law enforcement agency and Verbal: Class discussion and effectively and corporate investigations responses, group discussion professionally Describe contingency planning for data and responses, research paper presentation. communicate to acquisitions and how to validate data diverse acquisitions. multicultural audiences with an organization. Use software methods and algorithmic thinking to design technological solutions for a variety of different fields. Describe procedures for corporate hightech investigations and explain requirements for data recovery Describe the tasks in investigating crimes and violations. Written: Exams, research paper, assignments. Verbal: Class discussion and responses, group discussion and responses, research paper presentation. Discuss the ethical and societal ramifications of software applications and computing technology. Explain the roles of ethics and codes with forensics and the testimony of experts Written: Exams, research paper, assignments. Verbal: Class discussion and responses, group discussion and responses, research paper presentation. Use current techniques, skills, and tools with computer programming languages to solve real-world problems. Explain the guidelines for processing law enforcement crime scenes and how to secure a computer incident or crime scene. Written: Exams, research paper, assignments. Verbal: Class discussion and responses, group discussion and responses, research paper presentation. Cyber Crime and Computer Forensics