Cellular Phones, Technology, Mapping & Analysis - Three Day Course

This three day course offers students the opportunity to dive deep into the common data gathered during investigations.  On Day 1, students will be introduced to a plethora of law enforcement resources available to them to assist with investigations, they will learn about cellular technology & terminology and will be introduced to the Cellhawk software.  On Day 2, students will be provided historical call detail records (CDRs) from the main cellular service providers (AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile & US Cellular).  Instruction will be provided on how to interpret the records and the valuable information they contain in investigations.  Video evidence, GPS data and social media evidence are great ways to corroborate CDR evidence, and this will be discussed.  Proper seizure techniques of cellular devices to not only preserve the data contained within the devices but to access the data will be discussed thoroughly.  Additionally, proper report writing and courtroom testimony relative to CDRs will be discussed on Day 2.  On Day 3, students will be provided specialized location records from the main cellular service providers.  Instruction will be provided on how to interpret these records and the valuable information they contain in investigations.  Google Geofence warrants, tower dumps and area searches will be discussed in great detail.

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There are several practical exercises and case studies built in throughout this course.

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** Students will be required to bring a WiFi capable laptop. **