2016 – 2017
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title: 	Computer Related Crime Investigation (60)
Career Cluster: 	Law, Public Safety & Security

AS	
CIP Number	1743011601	
Program Type	College Credit	
Standard Length	60 credit hours	
CTSO	N/A	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	15-1199 Computer Occupations, All Other	
CTE Program Resources	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml  	

Purpose

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Law, Public Safety and Security career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Law, Public Safety and Security career cluster. 

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for careers in corporate computer security investigation or similar careers in law enforcement and crime laboratories as a Computer Related Crime Investigator, a Computer Forensics Specialist, and a Security Consultant or Security Auditor.
The program is designed to provide municipal, county, state, federal and corporate investigators in the latest techniques of modern computer crime investigation.  The student will obtain skills in researching, investigating, using computer software, interpreting laws, and using the internet as an investigative tool.  The degree will prepare the student to effectively prepare search warrant documents leading to the seizure of a suspect’s computer and related media in both residential and business settings.  

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of 60 credit hours.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Understand the definition of a computer related crime.
02.0	Comprehend how a computer and the internet can be used to commit a crime.
03.0	Understand the principles of investigating a computer related crime.
04.0	Demonstrate the use of investigative software tools.
05.0	Understand the issues related to the jurisdiction of computer related crimes.
06.0	Know the location of websites that can be used as resources in the investigation of a computer related crime.
07.0	Comprehend the definition of acronyms and abbreviations that may apply to computer related crimes.
08.0	Understand internet protocol.
09.0	Understand the principles of internet newsgroups.
10.0	Understand the principles of internet chat rooms.
11.0	Understand the information contained in email message headers.
12.0	Know the location of websites that can be used as resources in tracking and learning the true identity of an individual on the internet.
13.0	Know how the internet can be used to solicit individuals to commit crimes.
14.0	Understand the definition and profile of hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.
15.0	Demonstrate how hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers use computers and the internet to commit crimes.
16.0	Demonstrate the techniques and software tools that can be used to track and investigate hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.
17.0	Demonstrate the techniques and methods used by hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers to commit crimes.
18.0	Know the location of websites that can be used as resources in the investigation of hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.
19.0	Understand the definition of internet pornography.
20.0	Understand how a computer can be used to commit an internet pornography crime.
21.0	Understand the issues related to the jurisdiction of computer related internet pornography investigations.
22.0	Know the principles of investigating an internet pornography crime.
23.0	Demonstrate investigative software applications that may be used to investigate internet pornography.
24.0	Know the location of websites that can be used as resources in the investigation of internet pornography.
25.0	Understand the definition of internet fraud crimes.
26.0	Demonstrate how a computer can be used to commit an internet fraud crime.
27.0	Understand the issues related to the laws and jurisdiction of internet fraud investigations.
28.0	Know the principles of investigating an internet fraud crime.
29.0	Demonstrate investigative software applications that may be used to investigate internet fraud crimes.
30.0	Know the location of websites that can be used as resources in the investigation of internet fraud crimes.
31.0	Understand the definition of acronyms, abbreviations and legal terms that may apply to computer related crimes.
32.0	Know the common elements of state statutes that apply to computer related crimes.
33.0	Know the elements of federal codes and rules that apply to computer related crimes.
34.0	Know the common elements of international laws, codes and legal rules that apply to computer related crimes.
35.0	Understand how intellectual property issues affect computer related crime investigations.
36.0	Understand the issues related to the jurisdiction of computer related crimes.
37.0	Know how to write search warrants involving computer related crimes.
38.0	Understand the definition of forensics as applied to computer related crimes.
39.0	Demonstrate how a computer can contain hidden data and how to preserve and locate the hidden data.
40.0	Understand the principles of preserving and processing a computer related crime scene.
41.0	Demonstrate computer forensic software tools.
42.0	Know the requirements of a search warrant in a computer related crime.
43.0	Know the location of web sites that can be used as resources in the forensic investigation of a computer related crime.
44.0	Know the definition of software piracy.
45.0	Know the definition of copyright infringement as related to electronic media.
46.0	Comprehend how a computer and the internet can be used to pirate computer software.
47.0	Learn how a computer and the internet can be used to violate copyrights
48.0	Understand the principles of investigating computer software piracy and copyright infringement cases.
49.0	Understand the issues related to the jurisdiction of computer software piracy and copyright infringement investigations.
50.0	Know the location of websites that can be used as resources in the investigation of computer software piracy and copyright infringement investigations.

2016 – 2017
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Computer Related Crime Investigation (60)
CIP Numbers: 	1743011601
Program Length:	60 credit hours
SOC Code(s):		15-1199

The AS degree requires the inclusion of a minimum of 15 credits of general education coursework according to SACS, and it must be transferable according to Rule 6A-14.030 (2), F.A.C.  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Understand the definition of a computer related crime--The  student will be able to:	
01.01	Apply federal and state laws related to computer crime.	
01.02	Explain the definition of a computer related crime. 	
01.03	Read case histories.	
01.04	Discuss case histories of computer related crimes.	
01.05	List crimes that can be committed with the use of a computer.	
02.0	Demonstrate how a computer and the internet can be used to commit a crime--The student will be able to:	
02.01	Research the methods used by individuals to commit computer related crimes.	
02.02	Describe the methods used by individuals to commit computer related crimes.	
02.03	Give examples of crimes that have been committed with the use of a computer.	
02.04	Explain how the internet can be used to commit computer related crimes.	
02.05	List the items required to commit a crime with a computer.	
03.0	Understand the principles of investigating a computer related crime--The student will be able to:	
03.01	Evaluate scenarios to determine if a computer related crime has occurred.	
03.02	Determine which, if any, federal or state laws apply to scenarios provided.	
03.03	Define electronic evidence.	
03.04	Review standard procedures for the collection of evidence.	
03.05	Explain the importance of collecting electronic evidence.	
03.06	Describe the chain of custody.	
03.07	Explore software tools used to retrieve hidden and deleted electronic data from computers and storage media. 	
03.08	Establish the true identity of individuals based upon fictitious Internet identifiers.	
03.09	Track individuals on the internet.	
04.0	Demonstrate the use of investigative software tools--The student will be able to:	
04.01	Locate the sources of investigative software tools.	
04.02	Explore the features of investigative software tools.	
04.03	Use investigative software tools.	
04.04	Locate investigative software tools on the internet.	
04.05	List investigative software tools. 	
05.0	Understand the issues related to the jurisdiction of computer related crimes--The student will be able to:	
05.01	Review laws and rules regarding jurisdiction.	
05.02	Discuss state jurisdiction.	
05.03	Discuss federal jurisdiction.	
05.04	Discuss international jurisdiction. 	
05.05	Define the jurisdiction of various types of computer related crimes.	
06.0	Know the location of websites that can be used as resources in the investigation of a computer related crime--The student will be able to:	
06.01	Locate search engines on the internet.	
06.02	Explore indexes of websites.	
06.03	Download lists of sources of information.	
06.04	Obtain access to secured sources of information on the internet.	
07.0	Understand the definition of acronyms and abbreviations that may apply to computer related crimes--The student will be able to:	
07.01	Research acronyms and abbreviations used on the internet.	
07.02	Build a glossary with definitions of acronyms and abbreviations that may apply to computer related crimes.	
07.03	Explain the definition of acronyms and abbreviations and that may apply to computer related crimes.	
08.0	Understand internet protocol--The student will be able to:	
08.01	Review Internet Protocol (IP) address formats used on the internet.	
08.02	Explain the definition of Internet Services Providers (ISP).	
08.03	Discuss the methods used to route email across the internet. 	
08.04	Describe the path that information may travel across the internet.	
08.05	List methods used by ISP’s to route information across the internet.	
09.0	Understand the principles of internet newsgroups--The student will be able to:	
09.01	Explain the definition of a newsgroup.	
09.02	Locate software used to access newsgroups.	
09.03	Use the internet and software applications to access newsgroups.	
09.04	Review the procedures used by individuals on newsgroups.	
09.05	Find newsgroups with illegal content.	
09.06	Describe the methods used to locate and preserve data on a newsgroup.	
09.07	Give examples of methods used to conceal data in a newsgroup.	
09.08	Use software tools to find and preserve data in newsgroups.	
09.09	List software tools that may be used to locate and preserve data in a newsgroup.	
10.0	Understand the principles of internet chat rooms--The student will be able to:	
10.01	Explain the definition of a chat room.	
10.02	Locate software used to access chat rooms.	
10.03	Use the internet and software to access chat rooms.	
10.04	Review the procedures used by individuals on chat rooms.	
10.05	Find chat rooms with illegal content.	
10.06	Give examples of methods used by pedophiles in chat rooms.	
10.07	Describe the methods used to locate and preserve data in a chat room.	
10.08	Use software tools to find and preserve data in chat rooms.	
11.0	Understand the information contained in email message headers--The student will be able to:	
11.01	Define an email message header.	
11.02	Review email message headers.	
11.03	Determine the identity of an individual using the email message header.	
11.04	Use websites to determine the sender of an email message.	
12.0	Know the location of websites that can be used as resources in tracking and learning the true identity of an individual on the internet--The student will be able to:	
12.01	Locate websites used to track email addresses.	
12.02	Explore websites used to locate the registered owners of websites.	
12.03	Use internet search engines to locate internet identifiers.	
13.0	Know how the internet can be used to solicit individuals to commit crimes--The student will be able to:	
13.01	Review case histories.	
13.02	Obtain an anonymous identity on the internet.	
13.03	Send and receive anonymous email on the internet.	
13.04	Communicate in chat rooms on the internet.	
13.05	Communicate in newsgroups on the internet.	
14.0	Understand the definition and profile of hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers--The student will be able to:	
14.01	Research case histories of crimes committed by hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.	
14.02	List crimes committed by hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.	
14.03	Explore websites that search for pedophiles and report their activity.	
14.04	Read laws related to crimes that are committed by hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.	
14.05	Examine profiles of hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.	
14.06	Read messages posted by hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.	
15.0	Demonstrate how hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers use computers and the internet to commit crimes--The student will be able to:	
15.01	Read news stories of crimes committed by hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.	
15.02	Review software applications used by hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.	
15.03	Research websites created by hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.	
15.04	Examine newsgroups established by hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.	
15.05	Create profiles of hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.	
15.06	Explore procedures used by hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers to hide their identity.	
15.07	Review anonymous email services.	
16.0	Demonstrate the techniques and software tools that can be used to track and investigate hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers--The student will be able to:	
16.01	Locate software applications used to track and investigate hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.	
16.02	Download software applications used to track and investigate hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.	
16.03	List the features of software applications used to track and investigate hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.	
16.04	Use software applications used to track and investigate hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.	
16.05	Explore websites that can be used to track and investigate hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.	
16.06	Review techniques used by hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers.	
17.0	Demonstrate the techniques and methods used by hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers to commit crimes--The student will be able to:	
17.01	Obtain an anonymous identity on the internet.	
17.02	Send and receive anonymous email on the internet.	
17.03	Review case histories.	
17.04	Communicate in chat rooms on the internet.	
17.05	Communicate in newsgroups on the internet.	
17.06	Read messages in newsgroups.	
17.07	Post files in newsgroups.	
17.08	Download files from newsgroups.	
18.0	Know the location of websites that can be used as resources in the investigation of hackers, pedophiles and internet stalkers--The student will be able to:	
18.01	Obtain access to secured sources of information on the internet.	
18.02	Locate search engines on the internet.	
18.03	Explore indexes of websites.	
18.04	Download lists of sources of information.	
18.05	List websites that search for pedophiles and report their activity.	
19.0	Understand the definition of internet pornography--The student will be able to:	
19.01	Apply federal and state laws related to internet pornography.	
19.02	Explain the definition of an Internet pornography computer related crime.	
19.03	Discuss case histories of major computer related internet pornography crimes.	
19.04	List Internet pornography crimes that can be committed with the use of a computer.	
20.0	Understand how a computer can be used to commit an internet pornography crime--The student will be able to:	
20.01	Research the methods used by individuals to commit internet pornography crimes.	
20.02	Describe the methods used by individuals to commit internet pornography crimes.	
20.03	Give examples of internet pornography crimes that have been committed with the use of a computer.	
20.04	Explain how the internet can be used to commit internet pornography crimes.	
20.05	List the items required to commit an internet pornography crime with a computer.	
21.0	Understand the issues related to the jurisdiction of computer related internet pornography investigations--The student will be able to:	
21.01	Review laws and rules regarding internet pornography criminal acts.	
21.02	Discuss state jurisdiction related to internet pornography investigations.	
21.03	Discuss federal jurisdiction related to internet pornography investigations.	
21.04	Discuss international jurisdiction related to internet pornography investigations.	
21.05	Describe the effect of multiple jurisdictions in a computer related pornography investigation.	
21.06	Read case histories.	
22.0	Know the principles of investigating an internet pornography crime--The student will be able to:	
22.01	Evaluate scenarios to determine if an Internet pornography computer related   crime has occurred.	
22.02	Determine which if any federal or state laws apply to scenarios provided.	
22.03	Define electronic evidence in an Internet pornography crime.	
22.04	Review standard procedures for the collection of electronic pornography evidence.	
22.05	Explain the importance of collecting electronic evidence.	
23.0	Demonstrate investigative software applications that may be used to investigate internet pornography--The student will be able to:	
23.01	Locate sources of investigative software applications.	
23.02	Explore the features of investigative software applications.	
23.03	Download investigative software applications.	
23.04	Use investigative software applications to investigate an internet pornography crime.	
24.0	Know the location of websites that can be used as resources in the investigation of internet pornography--The student will be able to:	
24.01	Locate websites on the Internet that provide assistance in internet pornography investigations.	
24.02	Obtain access to secured sources of information regarding internet pornography investigations.	
24.03	Locate law enforcement resources that are available to assist in internet pornography investigations.	
24.04	Explore newsgroups related to internet pornography investigations.	
25.0	Understand the definition of internet fraud crimes--The student will be able to:	
25.01	Explain the definition of an internet fraud crime.	
25.02	Apply federal and state laws related to internet fraud crimes.	
25.03	Discuss case histories of major computer and internet fraud crimes.	
25.04	Describe the effect of internet fraud on e-commerce.	
25.05	List computer and internet fraud crimes that can be committed with the use of a computer and the internet.	
26.0	Demonstrate how a computer can be used to commit an internet fraud crime--The student will be able to:	
26.01	Research the methods used by individuals to commit internet fraud crimes.	
26.02	Describe the methods used by individuals to commit internet fraud crimes.	
26.03	Give examples of internet fraud crimes that have been committed.	
26.04	Explain how the internet can be used to commit internet fraud crimes.	
26.05	Read cases histories of internet fraud crimes.	
26.06	Describe secure internet websites.	
26.07	Explain how identity theft can be used to commit internet fraud crimes.	
26.08	Describe how a persons’ identity can be stolen on the internet. 	
26.09	List the elements of an internet fraud crime with a computer.	
27.0	Understand the issues related to the laws and jurisdiction of internet fraud investigations--The student will be able to:	
27.01	Evaluate scenarios to determine if an internet fraud crime has occurred.	
27.02	Determine which, if any, federal or state laws apply to scenarios provided.	
27.03	Define electronic evidence in an internet fraud crime.	
27.04	Review standard procedures for the collection of computer or internet related evidence.	
27.05	Explain the importance of collecting electronic evidence.	
28.0	Know the principles of investigating an internet fraud crime--The student will be able to:	
28.01	Research computer related internet fraud websites. 	
28.02	Review laws and rules regarding computer related internet fraud criminal acts.	
28.03	Read case histories of computer related internet fraud investigations.	
28.04	Discuss state jurisdiction related to computer related internet fraud investigations.	
28.05	Discuss federal jurisdiction related to computer related internet fraud investigations.	
28.06	Discuss international jurisdiction related to computer related internet fraud investigations.	
29.0	Demonstrate investigative software applications that may be used to investigate internet fraud crimes--The student will be able to:	
29.01	Locate sources of investigative software applications.	
29.02	Explore the features of investigative software applications.	
29.03	Download shareware copies of investigative software applications.	
29.04	Use investigative software applications to investigate an internet fraud crime.	
30.0	Know the location of websites that can be used as resources in the investigation of internet fraud crimes--The student will be able to:	
30.01	Explore websites related to internet fraud crimes.	
30.02	Obtain access to secured sources of information regarding computer related internet fraud investigations.	
30.03	Locate law enforcement resources that are available to assist in computer related internet fraud investigations.	
30.04	Explore newsgroups related to computer related internet fraud investigations.	
31.0	Understand the definition of acronyms, abbreviations and legal terms that may apply to computer related crimes--The student will be able to:	
31.01	Research acronyms and abbreviations used on the internet.	
31.02	Locate legal terms that may apply to computer related crimes.	
31.03	Build a glossary with definitions of acronyms, abbreviations and legal terms that may apply to computer related crimes.	
31.04	Explain the definition of acronyms, abbreviations and legal terms that may apply to computer related crimes.	
32.0	Know the common elements of state statutes that apply to computer related crimes--The student will be able to:	
32.01	Review state statutes that apply to computer related crimes.	
32.02	Research case histories of computer related crimes.	
32.03	Define the elements of state statutes that apply to computer related crimes.	
32.04	List the elements of state statutes that apply to computer related crimes.	
32.05	Discuss the elements of state statutes that apply to computer related crimes.	
32.06	Apply the elements of state statutes to computer related crimes. 	
32.07	Give examples of computer related crimes under state jurisdiction.	
33.0	Know the elements of federal codes and rules that apply to computer related crimes--The student will be able to:	
33.01	Review federal codes and rules that apply to computer related crimes.	
33.02	Define the elements of federal codes and rules that apply to computer related crimes. 	
33.03	Research case histories of computer related crimes.	
33.04	List the elements of federal codes and rules that apply to computer related crimes.	
33.05	Discuss the elements of federal codes and rules that apply to computer related crimes.	
33.06	Apply the elements of federal codes and rules to computer related crimes. 	
33.07	Give examples of computer related crimes under federal jurisdiction.	
34.0	Know the common elements of international laws, codes and legal rules that apply to computer related crimes--The student will be able to:	
34.01	Review international laws, codes and legal rules that apply to computer related crimes.	
34.02	Define the elements of international laws, codes and legal rules that apply to computer related crimes.	
34.03	List the elements of international laws, codes and legal rules that apply to computer related crimes. 	
34.04	Research case histories of computer related crimes.	
34.05	Discuss the elements of international laws, codes and legal rules that apply to computer related crimes.	
34.06	Apply the elements of federal codes and rules to computer related crimes.	
34.07	Give examples of international computer related crimes.	
35.0	Understand how intellectual property issues affect computer related crime investigations--The student will be able to:	
35.01	Review the First Amendment to the United States Constitution.	
35.02	Discuss violations of copyright laws on the internet.	
35.03	Research violations of domain names and trademarks used on the internet.	
35.04	Research violations of software and web site license agreements.	
35.05	Explore how patent laws apply to the internet. 	
35.06	Review the licensing of multimedia on the internet.	
35.07	Examine corporate policies on internet and email use.	
36.0	Understand the issues related to the jurisdiction of computer related crimes--The student will be able to:	
36.01	Review laws and rules regarding jurisdiction.	
36.02	Define state jurisdiction as applied to computer related crimes.	
36.03	Define federal jurisdiction as applied to computer related crimes.	
36.04	Define international jurisdiction as applied to computer related crimes.	
36.05	Discuss the issues involved with computer related crimes that span multiple jurisdictions.	
37.0	Know how to write search warrants involving computer related crimes--The student will be able to:	
37.01	Review the 4th Amendment (search and seizure) of the United States Constitution.	
37.02	List the requirements to obtain a search warrant.	
37.03	List the items that must be contained in a search warrant.	
37.04	List the procedures for executing a search warrant.	
37.05	List additional items that must be included in a search warrant obtained for computer related crimes.	
37.06	Discuss issues with international, federal and state search warrants.  	
37.07	Write a search warrant for a computer related crime.	
38.0	The definition of forensics as applied to computer related crimes--The student will be able to:	
38.01	Apply federal and state laws to computer related crimes.	
38.02	Explain the definition of forensic as applied to computer related crime.	
38.03	Discuss the elements required in a computer related crime search warrant.	
38.04	List the procedures that must be used to preserve computer evidence.	
39.0	Demonstrate how a computer can contain hidden data and how to preserve and locate the hidden data--The student will be able to:	
39.01	Research the methods used by individuals to hide data on a computer.	
39.02	Describe the methods used by investigators to locate and preserve data on a computer.	
39.03	Explain how data can be encrypted.	
39.04	Define how a computer virus can affect data.	
39.05	Give examples of methods used to conceal data on a computer.	
39.06	Use software tools to find and preserve data on a computer.	
39.07	Retrieve deleted data from a computer storage device.	
39.08	List the software tools that may be used to locate data on a computer.	
39.09	Outline the procedures used to preserve data retrieved from a computer.	
39.10	Describe computer data storage devices.	
39.11	Explain how passwords can be revealed.	
40.0	Understand the principles of preserving and processing a computer related crime scene--The student will be able to:	
40.01	Define electronic evidence.	
40.02	Review the standard procedures for the collection of evidence.	
40.03	Explain the importance of collecting electronic evidence.	
40.04	Describe the chain of custody.	
40.05	Explore software tools used to retrieve hidden and deleted electronic data from computers and storage media. 	
40.06	Process a computer related crime scene.	
40.07	Inventory evidence at a computer crime scene.	
41.0	Demonstrate computer forensic software tools--The student will be able to:	
41.01	Locate the sources of computer forensic software tools.	
41.02	Explore the features of computer forensic software tools.	
41.03	Use computer forensic software tools.	
42.0	Know the requirements of a search warrant in a computer related crime--The student will be able to:	
42.01	Review laws regarding search warrants in a computer related crime.	
42.02	Discuss state search warrants in a computer related crime.	
42.03	Discuss federal search warrants in a computer related crime.	
42.04	Define the elements required in a search warrant for a computer related crime.	
43.0	Know the location of websites that can be used as resources in the forensic investigation of a computer related crime--The student will be able to:	
43.01	Locate forensic software tools on the internet.	
43.02	Obtain access to secured sources of information regarding forensic software and tools on the Internet.	
43.03	Download lists of computer related forensic sources of information.	
43.04	Download investigative software tools.	
43.05	Explore newsgroups related to forensic software sources.	
44.0	Know the definition of software piracy--The student will be able to:	
44.01	Review software licenses agreements.	
44.02	Research laws that apply to software piracy.	
44.03	List methods used to pirate computer software.	
44.04	Describe trade secrets.	
44.05	Explain software patents.	
44.06	Read case histories.	
45.0	Know the definition of copyright infringement as related to electronic media--The student will be able to:	
45.01	Explain the definition of intellectual property.	
45.02	Review laws that apply to copyrights.	
45.03	List electronic media that can be copyrighted.	
45.04	List technology and tools used to violate copyrights.	
45.05	Explain how the internet can be used to violate copyrights.	
46.0	Demonstrate how a computer and the internet can be used to pirate computer software--The student will be able to:	
46.01	Explore websites that allow visitors to download pirated computer software.	
46.02	Research computer software piracy case histories.	
46.03	Examine the technology used to create counterfeit computer software.	
46.04	Explain how the internet can be used to pirate computer software.	
46.05	List the most popular software applications that are pirated on the internet.	
47.0	Demonstrate how a computer and the internet can be used to violate copyrights--The student will be able to:	
47.01	Explore websites that provide tools used to violate copyrights.	
47.02	Research copyright violation case histories.	
47.03	Examine the technology and tools on the internet used to violate copyrights.	
47.04	Explain how the internet can be used to violate copyrights.	
48.0	Understand the principles of investigating computer software piracy and copyright infringement cases--The student will be able to:	
48.01	Review laws and rules regarding computer software piracy and copyright infringement.	
48.02	Read case histories of computer software piracy and copyright infringement.	
48.03	Research websites related to computer software piracy and copyright infringement.	
48.04	Discuss scenarios of computer software piracy and copyright infringement.	
48.05	Write reports of computer software piracy and copyright infringement cases.	
49.0	Understand the issues related to the jurisdiction of computer software piracy and copyright infringement investigations--The student will be able to:	
49.01	Review laws and rules regarding jurisdiction.	
49.02	Discuss state jurisdiction.	
49.03	Discuss federal jurisdiction.	
49.04	Discuss international jurisdiction.	
49.05	Apply laws to scenarios involving computer software piracy and copyright infringement.	
50.0	Know the location of websites that can be used as resources in the investigation of computer software piracy and copyright infringement investigations--The student will be able to:	
50.01	Locate the sources of investigative software tools on the internet.	
50.02	Explore the features of investigative software tools available on the internet.	
50.03	Use investigative software tools. 	
50.04	Obtain access to secured sources of information on the internet.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Program Length

The AS degree requires the inclusion of a minimum of 15 credits of general education coursework according to SACS, and it must be transferable according to Rule 6A-14.030 (2), F.A.C.  The standard length of this program is 60 credit hours according to Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.

Additional Resources

For additional information regarding articulation agreements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Fine Arts/Practical Arts Credit and Equivalent Mathematics and Equally Rigorous Science Courses please refer to:
http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml