CIS 246 - Open Source Intelligence

3 Credits, 4 Contact Hours
2 lecture periods 2 lab periods
Understanding of Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) techniques which can be utilized in security assessments and investigative purposes. Includes common tools used to conduct investigations using publicly available and open sources, as well as how to ensure privacy while conducting an investigation.

Course Learning Outcomes

Discover correlations between multiple sources of data.
Demonstrate the use of common tools used for OSINT.
Develop intelligence reports.

Outline:

Introduction to OSINT
1. Purpose
2. Ethics
Privacy
OSINT Methodology
OSINT Tools
1. Search Engine
2. Social Media
3. Technical Data
4. People Data
5. Government Records

Effective Term:
Fall 2023