Next Gen Chip-off/Chip-on + JTAG

*Please Note: All prices listed are in USD 

The combined Chip-Off and JTAG Class provides students with an intensive eight days of training in both techniques for acquiring data from devices that use flash memory for storage. The course delivers a fully hands-on experience, including extensive practice in device disassembly, soldering for JTAG acquisitions, and removing chips from boards for direct reading. Students learn multiple JTAG connection methods, and work with a diverse range of memory chips removed from various devices.

Class structure and order may vary based on customer requirements or instructor availability.

This eight-day course is offered at Teel Technologies locations in the U.S. and Canada, or it can be delivered onsite at a client’s facility. Pricing varies depending on the location and the number of students.

You Will Be Able To:

This course supports investigators working with:

• Safely remove and reattach memory chips using modern Chip-On and Chip-Off techniques

• Troubleshoot chip reattachment and acquisition issues for reliable extractions

• Identify and access Test Access Points (TAPs) to perform JTAG acquisitions

• Acquire and analyze data from locked, damaged, or unsupported devices

• Apply heat and non-heat chip removal methods with an understanding of when to use (or avoid) each

• Perform physical dumps of device memory and recover user data with forensic tools

• Utilize advanced scripting and software to support password and pattern recovery

• Confidently choose the right method based on the device and case scenario

Who Should Attend

This course is designed exclusively for sworn law enforcement and government officials involved in digital forensic investigations.

Ideal attendees include:

• Investigators

• Digital Forensic Examiners

• Evidence Technicians

• Intelligence Officials

Note: All students are subject to vetting prior to acceptance.

Chip-Off & Chip-On Forensics (4 Days)

• In-depth knowledge of eMMC, eMCP, and UFS memory chips

• Newest BGA pinout layouts and updated removal processes

• Heat and non-heat removal methods, with pros/cons and safe practices

• Chip-On processes: reattaching integrated circuits to PCBs for functional recovery and validation

• Troubleshooting chip reattachment and acquisition issues

• Introduction to monolithic devices and advanced recovery techniques

• New tools, adapters, and best practices for chip extractions and reinsertion

• When to apply Chip-Off/Chip-On—and when to avoid them

JTAG Forensics (4 Days)

• Foundations of JTAG & Device Disassembly

• Soldering Skills & Hardware Connection Techniques

• Using JTAG Acquisition Tools & Workflows

• Data Recovery, Scripting & Password Extraction

• Independent Lab Work & Applied ISP/JTAG Techniques

Although this course follows a defined curriculum, the content may be adjusted based on student interest, experience levels, questions, and emerging digital forensics techniques.

Professionals in the digital forensics field must adhere to established standards, including Daubert and Frye. The subject matter and course content are designed to align with industry best practices and accepted methodologies that are considered reliable and relevant within the scientific community.

• Foundational knowledge of digital forensics

• Prior experience handling digital/ mobile devices

• Prior micro soldering experience is recommended, but not required

We prefer students bring their own laptops whenever possible. If this is not possible, Teel Tech Canada will provide one for you. If you are unable to bring your own laptop, please indicate so on the registration page.

For students bringing a laptop to class, please ensure they meet the following minimum requirements:

• Windows 10
• macOS with Bootcamp Windows 
• macOS with Bootcamp Windows 
• macOS alone will not work (No Virtual Machines)
• 8GB RAM (minimum)
• 100GB storage (minimum)
• You must have Admin rights or have the admin password for software installation.
• NOTE: ALL Windows updates should be done prior to class.

• Flexible Blade Kit 

• Flux

• iFixit Screwdriver Set

• Low Melt Solder Paste

• Portable Solder Iron with Tips

• Easy JTAG Plus ISP Adapter

• Copper Wire

• Dremel Rotary Bits

• Solderwick

• 40 Hours of Instruction

Students will take home devices they’ve worked on in class for continued practice.