Forensic Investigator Fundamentals introduces essential crime scene investigation methods, evidence collection techniques, and analytical procedures, helping learners understand forensic processes used to support criminal investigations and modern law enforcement.
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The Forensic Investigator Fundamentals course introduces essential Forensic Science Basics, focusing on Crime Scene Analysis, Evidence Collection, and maintaining proper Chain of Custody. Learn structured Investigative Procedures to document, preserve, and analyze evidence with professional accuracy and reliability.
Develop hands-on expertise in Fingerprint Analysis, DNA Profiling, and Crime Scene Photography while exploring modern techniques in Digital Forensics and Toxicology Screening. This course equips learners with practical skills needed to interpret evidence and support real-world forensic investigations.
The curriculum covers Computer Forensics Basics, investigation phases, and advanced topics like data acquisition and anti-forensics. Gain a solid foundation in handling hard disks, file systems, and evidence workflows while applying industry-standard Investigative Procedures across diverse forensic scenarios.
After completing the Forensic Investigator Fundamentals course assessment, you will be eligible to receive a CPD-accredited certificate worth £9 from One Education to demonstrate your achievement.
The certificate is also available as a printed hard copy delivered by post for £15.
Why Study This Forensic Science Course? The need for skilled investigators continues to grow as organisations and law enforcement rely on accurate evidence analysis. Studying this course strengthens analytical thinking, attention to detail, and understanding of investigative procedures.
It also builds practical knowledge of crime scene handling, evidence preservation, and reporting standards. Gaining CPD recognition demonstrates professionalism and enhances credibility, supporting career progression in security, compliance, and investigative roles across both public and private sectors.
The Forensic Investigator Fundamentals Course has a total study time of 5 hours 17 minutes. Learners can study at a flexible pace, allowing them to progress through the content in line with their personal schedule, availability, and preferred learning speed.
The Forensic Investigator Fundamentals course has accessible and practical entry requirements. Learners should have a basic understanding of criminal justice concepts, attention to detail, and an interest in investigative procedures. The course is delivered online, allowing flexible study from any internet-enabled device at a self-paced schedule.
It is the process of collecting and analysing evidence to support legal investigations.
They examine crime scenes, gather evidence, and help identify what happened.
Attention to detail, analytical thinking, observation, and problem-solving skills.
Fingerprints, DNA, digital data, and physical materials from a crime scene.
Proper handling ensures evidence is not contaminated and remains valid in court.
They work with police, laboratories, and legal or investigative agencies.
| Section 01: Computer Forensics Basics | |||
| Module 01 - Forensics Introduction | |||
| Chapter 01: Topic A – Forensics_Introduction Part 1 | 00:34:00 | ||
| Chapter 01: Topic A – Forensics_Introduction Part 2 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Chapter 01: Topic A – Forensics Introduction Part 3 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Module 02 - Evidence | |||
| Chapter 01: Topic B – Evidence Part 1 | 00:24:00 | ||
| Chapter 01: Topic B – Evidence Part 2 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Chapter 01: Topic B – Evidence Part 3 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Module 03 - Forensic Readiness | |||
| Chapter 01: Topic C – Forensic Readiness Part 1 | 00:22:00 | ||
| Chapter 01: Topic C – Forensic Readiness Part 2 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Chapter 01: Topic C – Forensic Readiness Part 3 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Section 02: The Investigation Process | |||
| Module 01 - Before the Investigation | |||
| Chapter 02: Topic A – Before the Investigation Part 1 | 00:19:00 | ||
| Chapter 02: Topic A – Before the Investigation Part 2 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Chapter 02: Topic A – Before the Investigation Part 3 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Module 02 - During the Investigation | |||
| Chapter 02: Topic B – During the Investigation Part 1 | 00:33:00 | ||
| Chapter 02: Topic B – During the Investigation Part 2 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Chapter 02: Topic B – During the Investigation Part 3 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Module 03 - After the Investigation | |||
| Chapter 02: Topic C – After the Investigation Part 1 | 00:15:00 | ||
| Chapter 02: Topic C – After the Investigation Part 2 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Chapter 02: Topic C – After the Investigation Part 3 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Section 03: Hard Disks and File Systems | |||
| Module 01 - Hard Disks | |||
| Chapter 03: Topic A – Hard Disks Part 1 | 00:24:00 | ||
| Chapter 03: Topic A – Hard Disks Part 2 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Chapter 03: Topic A – Hard Disks Part 3 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Module 02 - File Systems | |||
| Chapter 03: Topic B – File Systems Part 1 | 00:24:00 | ||
| Chapter 03: Topic B – File Systems Part 2 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Chapter 03: Topic B – File Systems Part 3 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Module 03 - Booting | |||
| Chapter 03: Topic C – Booting Part 1 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Chapter 03: Topic C – Booting Part 2 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Chapter 03: Topic C – Booting Part 3 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Section 04: Data Acquisition and Anti-Forensics | |||
| Module 01 - Data Acquisition | |||
| Chapter 04: Topic A – Data_Acquisition Part 1 | 00:16:00 | ||
| Chapter 04: Topic A – Data_Acquisition Part 2 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Chapter 04: Topic A – Data_Acquisition Part 3 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Module 02 - Live Acquisition | |||
| Chapter 04: Topic B – Live Acquisition Part 1 | 00:19:00 | ||
| Chapter 04: Topic B – Live Acquisition Part 2 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Chapter 04: Topic B – Live Acquisition Part 3 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Module 03 - Static Acquisition | |||
| Chapter 04: Topic C – Static Acquisition Part 1 | 00:16:00 | ||
| Chapter 04: Topic C – Static Acquisition Part 2 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Chapter 04: Topic C – Static Acquisition Part 3 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Module 04 - Anti-Forensics | |||
| Chapter 04: Topic D – Anti Forensics Part 1 | 00:11:00 | ||
| Chapter 04: Topic D – Anti Forensics Part 2 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Chapter 04: Topic D – Anti Forensics Part 3 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Module 05 - Techniques | |||
| Chapter 04: Topic E – Techniques Part 1 | 00:14:00 | ||
| Chapter 04: Topic E – Techniques Part 2 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Chapter 04: Topic E – Techniques Part 3 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Module 06 - Countermeasures | |||
| Chapter 04: Topic F – Countermeasures Part 1 | 00:06:00 | ||
| Chapter 04: Topic F – Countermeasures Part 2 | 00:01:00 | ||
| Chapter 04: Topic F – Countermeasures Part 3 | 00:01:00 | ||
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