Computer Engineering Technology, Computer and Digital Forensics Major, Associate of Applied Science

Curriculum Code #6120

Effective May 2023

Division of Engineering, Business and Information Technologies

The computer engineering technology – computer and digital forensics major provides graduates with the skills necessary to enter careers in computer technology and digital forensics, and in the design, application, installation, operation and maintenance of computer, networks and other digital devices and associated equipment. Along with a general electronics background, students are given comprehensive information and training in digital forensics and data recovery tools and practices through this extensive, hands-on curriculum. Typical job titles: computer/digital forensic examiner, computer systems specialist, cybercrime specialist, installation technician and applications specialist. Lorain County Community College has articulation agreements with colleges and universities including programs offered by Lorain County Community College’s University Partnership.

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
Fall SemesterHours
CMNW 101 A+ CERTIFICATION PREPARATION I 4
CMNW 120 CYBER-FOREN CYBER CRIME THE LAW 4
ELCT 123 INTRODUCTION TO DATA ACQUISITION INSTRUMENTATION 1 2
ENGL 161 COLLEGE COMPOSITION I 3
MTHM 155 TECHNICAL MATHEMATICS I 4
SDEV 101 INTRODUCTION TO THE LCCC COMMUNITY 2 1
 Hours18
Spring Semester
CMNW 121 DATA COLLECTION ANALYSIS AND FORENSIC TOOLS 4
ELCT 121 DIGITAL ELECTRONICS 1 4
ENGL 164 COLLEGE COMPOSITION II WITH TECHNICAL TOPICS 3 3
Arts and Humanities Elective(s) 4 3
 Hours14
Second Year
Fall Semester
CMNW 145 NETWORK INSTALLATION/DIAGNOSTICS 4
CMNW 223 NETWORK FORENSICS AND INVESTIGATIVE TECHNIQUES 3 4
CMNW 221 PROGRAMMING IN C & C++ FOR ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS 3 4
PHYC 150 GENERAL PHYSICS I 3 4
 Hours16
Spring Semester
CMNW 201 A+ CERTIFICATION PREP II 3 4
CMNW 224 CELL PHONE AND MOBILE DEVICE FORENSICS 3 4
CMNW 248 COMPUTER FORENSICS AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT CAPSTONE 3 6
Social Science Elective(s) 5 3
 Hours17
 Total Hours65
1

Indicates that this course has a prerequisite or may be taken concurrently.

2

A student must register for the orientation course when enrolling for more than six credit hours per semester or any course that would result in an accumulation of 13 or more credit hours.

3

Indicates that this course requires a prerequisite.

4

Select any Arts and Humanities Ohio Transfer 36 course.

5

Select any Social Science Ohio Transfer 36 course.

Program Contact(s):

Hikmat Chedid
440-366-7017
hchedid@lorainccc.edu

For information about admissions, enrollment, transfer, graduation and other general questions, please contact your advising team.

More program information can be found on our website.

1. Demonstrate knowledge, techniques, skills, and use of the appropriate digital forensics investigative tools 

2. Apply math, science, digital forensics principles and tools to solve crimes

3. Communicate effectively the investigation analysis, procedures, and technical report findings to a variety of stake holders using written, oral, and graphical communication

Accelerated Pathway

The Accelerated Pathway for the Computer Engineering Technology - Computer and Digital Forensics Major, Associate of Applied Science is a helpful guide for students who desire the convenience of an extensive selection of online course offerings and who seek to complete their degree within as little as 15 months.  Students are encouraged to enroll in 8 or 10 week sessions to maximize accelerated options. Please meet with an advisor to ensure the courses in this pathway align with your educational goals.  

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
Fall SemesterHours
CMNW 120 CYBER-FOREN CYBER CRIME THE LAW 4
CMNW 145 NETWORK INSTALLATION/DIAGNOSTICS 4
ELCT 123 INTRODUCTION TO DATA ACQUISITION INSTRUMENTATION 2
ENGL 161 COLLEGE COMPOSITION I 3
MTHM 155 TECHNICAL MATHEMATICS I 4
SDEV 101 INTRODUCTION TO THE LCCC COMMUNITY 2 1
 Hours18
Spring Semester
CMNW 121 DATA COLLECTION ANALYSIS AND FORENSIC TOOLS 4
ELCT 121 DIGITAL ELECTRONICS 1 4
ENGL 164 COLLEGE COMPOSITION II WITH TECHNICAL TOPICS 3 3
Arts and Humanities Elective 3
Social Science Elective 3
 Hours17
Summer Semester
CMNW 221 PROGRAMMING IN C & C++ FOR ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS 3 4
CMNW 101 A+ CERTIFICATION PREPARATION I (1st 5 Week Session) 4
CMNW 201 A+ CERTIFICATION PREP II (2nd 5 week session) 3 4
 Hours12
Second Year
Fall Semester
CMNW 223 NETWORK FORENSICS AND INVESTIGATIVE TECHNIQUES 3 4
CMNW 224 CELL PHONE AND MOBILE DEVICE FORENSICS 3 4
CMNW 248 COMPUTER FORENSICS AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT CAPSTONE 3 6
PHYC 150 GENERAL PHYSICS I 3 4
 Hours18
 Total Hours65
1

Indicates that this course has a prerequisite or may be taken concurrently.

2

A student must register for the orientation course when enrolling for more than six credit hours per semester or any course that would result in an accumulation of 13 or more credit hours.

3

Indicates that this course requires a prerequisite.

Arts and Humanities Electives

ARTS 243GART HISTORY I3
ARTS 244GART HISTORY II3
ARTS 245GWORLD ART3
ARTS 246HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHY3
ARTS 254HISTORY OF AMERICAN ARCHITECTURE3
ENGL 251AMERICAN LITERATURE I3
ENGL 252AMERICAN LITERATURE II3
ENGL 253GINTRODUCTION TO WORLD LITERATURE3
ENGL 254GINTRODUCTION TO HISPANIC LITERATURE3
ENGL 255GINTRODUCTION TO FICTION3
ENGL 257GINTRODUCTION TO POETRY3
ENGL 259GINTRODUCTION TO DRAMA3
ENGL 261GMASTERPIECES OF BRITISH LITERATURE I3
ENGL 262GMASTERPIECES OF BRITISH LITERATURE II3
ENGL 266GAFRICAN AMERICAN LITERATURE3
ENGL 269GINTRODUCTION TO SHAKESPEARE3
HUMS 151GINTRODUCTION TO HUMANITIES3
HUMS 261GINTRODUCTION TO GREAT BOOKS: ANCIENT WORLD TO THE RENAISSANCE3
HUMS 262GINTRODUCTION TO GREAT BOOKS: EARLY MODERN TO THE 20TH CENTURY3
MUSC 262GMUSIC AS A WORLD PHENOMENON3
PHLY 165BIOETHICS3
PHLY 262GINTRODUCTION TO EASTERN PHILOSOPHY3
RELG 181GINTRODUCTION TO WORLD RELIGIONS3
RELG 261RELIGION IN AMERICA3
RELG 262GINTRODUCTION TO EASTERN PHILOSOPHY3
THTR 151GINTRODUCTION TO THEATER3

 Social Science Electives

HSTR 151GCIVILIZATION I3
HSTR 152GCIVILIZATION II3
HSTR 161UNITED STATES I3
HSTR 162UNITED STATES II3
HSTR 171GTHE WORLD SINCE 19003
HSTR 176OHIO HISTORY3
HSTR 252GWOMEN IN WORLD HISTORY3
HSTR 267GAFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE3
PLSC 156AMERICAN NATIONAL GOVERNMENT3