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Cyber Forensics

University of Akron Main Campus

Bachelor's DegreeAcademic

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The Cyber Forensics Bachelor’s Degree housed in the School of Disaster Science and Emergency Services allows students to attain knowledge of digital forensics, computer network forensics, and develop applied skills to qualify for such positions as law enforcement professionals, digital forensics analyst, and cyber forensics analyst. Students will combine classroom experiences with virtual resources from the Musson ICS Testbed and The University of Akron Regional Programming Center Cyber Range.

Credits

120 credits

Format

In-Person

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Ohio

    Ohio

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Critical ThinkingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningComplex Problem SolvingSpeakingJudgment and Decision MakingWritingActive Learning

Knowledge

Computers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguageMathematicsEngineering and TechnologyCustomer and Personal Service

Tasks

  • Troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.
  • Provide staff and users with assistance solving computer-related problems, such as malfunctions and
  • Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation o

Technology

Network monitoring softwareStorage networking softwareData base user interface and query softwareExpert system softwareOperating system software
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: proficient (Level 3)(based on Bachelor's Degree)

  • Complex multi-device investigations — lead end-to-end forensic analysis autonomously across mixed operating system environments including cloud and mobile platforms.
  • Enterprise network forensics — use network monitoring and switch or router software to trace lateral movement and data exfiltration across large-scale corporate infrastructures.
  • Non-routine malfunction resolution — diagnose and resolve atypical program and system failures that deviate from known patterns in high-stakes investigative contexts.
  • Development environment software — write and maintain custom forensic scripts and automation tools to address gaps in commercial forensic capabilities.
  • Object-oriented forensic tooling — develop or adapt component-based software modules to extend analysis capabilities for emerging evidence types.
  • Integrated business problem analysis — apply digital evidence findings to support resolution of complex organizational issues such as intellectual property theft or financial fraud.
  • Expert testimony preparation — synthesize technical forensic findings into clear, legally defensible written reports and oral presentations for court or regulatory proceedings.
  • Enterprise application integration software — examine application logs and integration layer data to reconstruct event sequences across interconnected business systems.
  • Critical judgment under ambiguity — evaluate competing hypotheses and make sound investigative decisions when evidence is incomplete or contradictory.
  • Mentored case reviews — guide junior analysts through complex forensic examinations, providing real-time technical feedback in an active investigations unit.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
23%
Placement Rate
75%