Course Content

Duration : 3 years
Eligibility : Pass in +2

About Department

As a pioneer in Tamil Nadu, STC the introduced the BSc Digital and Cyber Forensic program, setting a benchmark for educational standards in the region. The Department of Digital and Cyber Forensic Science (DCFS) at STC stands as a beacon of innovation and excellence in the realm of digital forensics and cyber security. With a vision to confront the escalating challenges posed by cyber threats and digital crimes, our department offers a holistic academic program designed to furnish students with the requisite knowledge, skills, and tools needed to address intricate issues in the digital landscape. Guided by a proficient team of faculty members and industry stalwarts, we cultivate a dynamic learning atmosphere that underscores practical training, leading-edge research, and synergistic collaboration with industry stakeholders. Our faculty body comprises seasoned professionals who bring a wealth of industry experience into the classroom, enriching the learning journey of our students. The department has witnessed exponential growth, marked by an augmented faculty roster, a revamped syllabus aligned with industry benchmarks, and strategic alliances with esteemed organizations such as EC Council, CompTIA, and Palo Alto Networks Cyber Security Academy.

Career Prospects

Given the current increase in cybercrime in the recent years, this programme offers a special impetus and an excellent launch pad for those who are interested in becoming Cyber security and Forensic Investigators.  B.Sc. (Digital and Cyber Forensics Science) programme covers a wide range of skills, including emphasis on prevention, detection and mitigation of cyber-attacks, combined with the agility to gather digital evidence and conduct electronic crime investigations.
Graduates will be equipped to evaluate an end-to-end cyber forensics investigation and prepare a digital forensics evidence report. ‍ After, the completion of the programme one can join PG programme viz M.Sc. (Cyber Forensic), MBA, MCA, M.Sc (CS) etc.,
The curriculum commences with foundational computer science subjects and progressively moves into a more intricate and specialized domain of cyber security and forensic studies.
• Basic of Cyber Crimes
• C Programming
• Python for data structure
• Operating system and Networks
• Ethical Hacking
• Python for Networking and penetration testing
• Introduction to Cyber Forensics
• Cyber Forensics
• AI for Cybersecurity and Forensics
• Cyber Law
• Security Operation Centre and Threat Intelligence
• Network Forensics
• Social Media Forensics
• Preserving and Recovering of Digital Evidence
• Malware Analysis
• Mobile Devices Forensic
• Forensic and Incident Response
• Computer and Database Forensics Lab
• Wireless Audit and Forensic Investigation • Cloud Security and forensics
• Risk assessment and security audit
• Blockchain Security
• Programming in C lab
• Computer and Network Basics Lab
• OS and Linux Lab
• Python Programming for data structure LAB
• Ethical Hacking Lab
• Python for Networking and penetration testing Lab
• Cyber Forensics Lab
• N/W and Audio-video analysis Lab
• Malware Analysis Lab
• Mobile Devices Forensic Lab
• VAPT Lab
• SOC and TI Lab  
• Computer and Database Forensics Lab
• Network Administration Lab
• Mini Project
• Main project

Job Opportunities

Upon completion of this course, students will acquire skills applicable to various positions, including but not limited to:

• Computer Forensics Technician
• Forensic Analyst
  
• Information Security Analyst
  
• Information Systems
  
• Security Analyst
  
• SOC Analyst
  
• Security Consultant,
  
• Penetration Tester,
  
• System Administrator,
  
• Ethical Hacker,
  
• Network Administrator
  
• Malware Analyst
  

Faculty

School of Computer Science

Elective I

• Indian Foreign Trade and Legislation /  Management Information System  / Brand Management
• Entrepreneurial Development
  
• Computer Application Practical – II (E-Accounts)
  
• Mathematics for Competitive Examinations
  
• Summer Internship Programme
  
• Management Accounting
  
• Customs Duty and Goods and Services Tax
  

Elective II

• Insurance Law
• E-Commerce
  
• Supply Chain Management
  

Elective III

• Labour Legislation and Industrial Relations
• Enterprise Resource Planning
  
• Human Resource Management
  
• Financial Management
  
• Financial Markets and Services