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Matt67
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Hi All,

I'm very new to the forum (first post).

I'm currently in the Data Recovery Industry and would like to get into the Computer Forensics field.

I would like to get any opinions as to which is better In-Class or Online training. I'm leaning towards online mainly because of work, however if I can find someone in the Toronto area offering night classes that would be great.

Thank you in advance for any info offered.


   
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keydet89
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Matt,

It depends upon how you define "better".

For some, "better" may constitute the freedom to complete the coursework at your own pace, as well having a reduced cost. However, the material itself may be substandard.

For others, like myself, I like to be able to engage, ask questions of the instructor or other attendees, so for me, having in-class work would be "better". When I got my graduate degree, the courses I enjoyed most were those that spent some time teaching the basics, with some lab work to build up skills, and then had the students complete a project.

H. Carvey
"Windows Forensics and Incident Recovery"
www.windows-ir.com
windowsir.blogspot.com


   
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Matt67
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Mr. Carvey,

Thank you for the quick reply, that is my problem right there, "defining what is better" On one hand I like the self paced approach (due to time constraints), but I also like to be able to question the instructor and focus on the "hands-on" labwork to develop the neccessary skills to conduct any type of proper investigation. More research on my part is needed I believe.
Thanks again.


   
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funyfarm
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Hi Matt

Don't know if this is in your neck of the woods but try here
http//www.flemingc.on.ca/Courses/CourseDescription.cfm?Course_Code=COMP206

Someone on the list sent this link to me. Though the link references their on-line training, they may also have classroom training as well. It's worth a try.

… funyfarm


   
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Matt67
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Thanks funyfarm,

I have their info already, both the in-class and online offerings. Looks like the online for me as the campus for in-class is about a 2.5hr drive each way.

Thanks again


   
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Matt67
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Thanks funyfarm,

I have their info already, both the in-class and online offerings. Looks like the online for me as the campus for in-class is about a 2.5hr drive each way.

Thanks again


   
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