Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Electronic Forensics
Diploma of Electronic Forensics
DEF53115
AXA1
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 22/10/2015 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification has been designed to provide a package of broad and flexible competencies reflecting the workplace responsibilities to conduct and manage a forensic investigation and to lawfully establish evidence that is often found in digital storage mediums and computers. It qualifies individuals who apply integrated technical and theoretical concepts in a broad range of contexts to undertake advanced skilled or paraprofessional work in electronic forensics.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Twelve (12) units of competency are required for this qualification:- five (5) core units
- seven (7) elective units
Choose a minimum of five (5) elective units from the list below, of which at least three (3) must be taken from Group A.
Choose the remaining two (2) elective units from either the list below, or from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
All elective units selected from outside this qualification must reflect the occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level. Seek further advice on selecting imported units of competency in the DEF Implementation Guide.
Elective units selected must not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVR29 | DEFFOR011 | Assess, control and examine electronic incident scenes | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVR34 | DEFFOR006 | Conduct electronic data search and analysis | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVR32 | DEFFOR008 | Detect, record and collect electronic evidence | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVR33 | DEFFOR009 | Give evidence of electronic media crime | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVR30 | DEFFOR010 | Produce an electronic media image for forensic purposes | 0 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Specialisation Units
At least three (3) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVR26 | DEFGEN005 | Develop relationships with other organisations | 0 | Unit of competency |
| C2985 | PUACOM003B | Manage information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ03 | BSBMGT517 | Manage operational plan | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUK69 | BSBWOR501 | Manage personal work priorities and professional development | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8062 | PSPLEGN501B | Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B General Elective Units
The remainder of units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHY8 | DEF53122 | Diploma of Digital Forensics | Qualification |
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