CCE Training

Hi,

I was referring to the material provided if you follow one of the training courses (http//www.certified-computer-examiner.com/location2.htm). BTW I did notice the following page where the ISFCE recommends study guides for the CCE

http//www.certified-computer-examiner.com/study.htm

You would probably want to add Carrier's FSFA book to that list for the later stages of the syllabus.

Jamie

Anyone have any suggestions on how to refine ones area of focus in reviewing the recommended study materials (specifically the Government stuff like DOJ guides) ) I ask b/c I too am close to preparing for the CCE and have noted that the above materials are EXTREMELY voluminous ( I know there are usually no quick answers to questions like this, but (having gone thru law school) I think it would literally take months to read and digest all of the info contained in these docs in their entirety - assuming one also works full time. There must be some areas that one should pay extra attention to, versus others that may require less attention - again I am asking in terms of the current CCE exam, not the field in general.

Thanks, Curio

Greetings,

The ISCFE really doesn't want people getting help on the exams. If you've tried to use Google to find study materials and failed, that's why.

The CCE exams are pretty time consuming, both in preparation and in execution. They give you three months for the three practicals but if you don't manage your time well, you'll find yourself up against the deadline on the third exam. And, the practicals aren't just about finding the clues. Methodology, tool selection, report writing, etc are all factored into your grade.

Earning a CCE takes work. Doing computer forensics takes work.

-David

Hello Kovar,

Thanks for the tip! I hope you didn't misunderstand what I was asking. Of course, anything worth having "takes work." However, I believe there is a right way and a wrong way to study/work, i.e. efficiently and ineffeciently. I don't think studying efficiently = not "working," or implies something unethical. I have already spent approx one and a half years studying and completing a CCE program (part time) at a well known Forensics school. LET ME BE CLEAR, I was not seeking "help," as you stated re ISFCE CCE "exam questions," (or anything that would compromise exam integrity) - I don't see how you could conclude that, and I resent what you imply. I was, however, asking for advice re AREAS one may focus on, or prioritize. Example, in all states lawyers must take the "bar exam." Now, most people I knew (including myself) took so called "prep courses" AFTER law school. Doctors and others pros do the same thing prior to professional exams - there is nothing wrong with this, its' actually a smart thing to do. These courses did/do not offer "help" with specific "exam questions" (or they wouldn't be in business very long) but rather advise students in deciding what legal/medical/engineering areas to "focus on" amid a vast amount (three years) of possible test question material. This is what I was seeking, specific "areas" to focus on for the CCE exam amid a vast amount of legal and technical forensics material (particularly the various govt agency materials). I believe what you imply is something entirely different. If you feel that this study approach indicates an inability to "work," or somehow indicates an attempt to do something unethical, I guess we have a fundamental difference in educational philosophy. I hear the weather is really nice in CA, maybe you should enjoy some of it and lighten up - life is far too short to be unhappy.

Peace!

Wow, Good answer,

If you put the same efort into your study I cannot see you having any trouble at all in passing.

Good luck. Hope you find what you need and succeed. wink

Thanks Mark for the encouraging words! I was really amazed at what Kovar "read into" my post and felt the need to clarify. However, perhaps Kovar really did misunderstand, so I wish him no ill will.

Mike

By the way, I'm a big Euro history reader, and England is one of the places I wish to visit before I leave this world.

The CCE bootcamp is worth the money and prepares you for the exam process, but it is still quite a challenge.

England is one of the places I wish to visit before I leave this world

A little light relief

http//news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7391776.stm

lol lol lol

They are challenging and I think that it would depend on the individual to determine what is difficult. How's that for a diplomatic answer? You need to understand that the CCE is a closely monitored process and it is frowned upon, to say the least, to give hints, clues, help, etc. as far as the process is concerned. Best of luck if you decide to take the plunge.