Forensic Foundations – Certification Course (Live On-Site – Ashford, Kent) – March 2025

5-day Intermediate Course

Course Overview

Embark on a comprehensive exploration of data recovery and analysis with our intensive five-day course tailored for examiners tasked with deciphering electronic evidence. Beginning with an examination of volatile data recovery techniques, including RAM analysis fundamentals, participants delve into early modules designed to build a solid foundation. This is complemented by an in-depth exploration of the FAT file systems, unraveling its architecture, functionality, and directory entry information intricacies.

Throughout the course, attendees gain invaluable insights into the formatting process, system areas functionality, file data management, and directory entry metadata, crucial for locating and understanding stored data. Forensically relevant areas are scrutinized meticulously, alongside techniques for identifying potential evidence pivotal for advanced examinations.

Building upon this foundational knowledge, participants delve deeper into forensic artifacts within modern Windows environments. Advanced Windows Registry examination, introduction to SQLite databases, and recovery of deleted files are among the topics covered, aligning with user activity artifacts. The course emphasizes the direct correlation between File System and Operating System Application functions, shedding light on Distributed Link Tracking services, Windows 10 Timeline function, and other Operating System-related artifacts.

Hands-on labs and student exercises provide practical application of acquired knowledge, utilizing a diverse array of open-source and leading forensic applications. Through immersive experiences, participants hone their skills in examining key artifacts, fostering a deeper understanding of data recovery and analysis methodologies.

By the course’s conclusion, attendees emerge equipped with advanced forensic capabilities and a nuanced understanding of electronic evidence recovery and analysis, poised to navigate complex digital landscapes with confidence and precision.

What you will receive:

Printed course manual · Student USB  · Access to the Spyder Forensics Academy · Course certificate

Course Price: £2,395 +VAT

About the Trainer

A dedicated professional with extensive exposure and experience in all concepts of adult learning. Specializes in the business development, management and delivery of world class training programs for global corporations. An excellent communicator with exceptional interpersonal, organizational, leadership and coaching skills. Detail orientated, organized and capable of motivating both individuals and teams to succeed and deliver on organizational goals. A global leader with over a decade of international business experience.  https://www.linkedin.com/in/robattoe/