DEF43115 - Certificate IV in Electronic Forensics

The Learners most likely to undertake DEF43115 – Certificate IV in Electronic Forensics are those able to undertake broad and flexible forensic investigations to lawfully establish evidence that is often found in digital storage mediums and computers. It qualifies individuals who apply a broad range of specialised knowledge and skills in varied contexts to undertake skilled work in Electronic Forensics.

 

This qualification has been designed to provide a package of broad and flexible competencies reflecting the workplace responsibilities to conduct a forensic investigation to lawfully establish evidence that is often found in digital storage mediums and computers. It qualifies individuals who apply a broad range of specialised knowledge and skills in varied contexts to undertake skilled work in Electronic Forensics.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

The Certificate IV in Electronic Forensics is comprised of a minimum 14 units of competency made up of 5 core units and 9 elective units. However, when undertaking the AFCA course we have added 3 additional units to fully round out the student. These have been carefully selected to ensure that they meet industry needs.

Units

DEFFOR001

Inspect, maintain and test electronic forensic equipment

DEFFOR002

Conduct initial electronic investigation

DEFFOR003

Gather and analyse information

DEFFOR004

Capture forensic photographic images

DEFFOR005

Compile and submit electronic forensic documentation

DEFFOR007

Set up, operate and maintain a portable audio recorder

DEFFOR009

Give evidence of electronic media crime

DEFGEN023

Capture video images

ICTICT206

Install software application

ICTICT302

Install and optimise operating system software

ICTICT303

Connect internal hardware components

ICTSAS203

Connect hardware peripherals

ICTSAS205

Maintain IT system integrity

ICTSAS301

Run standard diagnostic tests

PSPLEGN401A

Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector

BSBWHS301

Maintain workplace safety

BSBMGT515A

Manage operational plan

This Qualification is to be delivered online via two phases:
• Learning Phase: Students undertake knowledge lessons through an online portal. The student must pass the theory to move to the next phase.
• Workplace Phase: Students will have a logbook, and will require the workplace with our assessors’ assistance to assess their performance. Successful completion of this phase leads to the full qualification.

The minimum hours for all learning to be completed is 680 hours plus 150 hours of work placement.

The total time commitment is 830 hours.

Your total investment for the Certificate IV in Electronic Forensics is AUD$2,500.00

Call our office to discuss a payment plan that suits you best.

There are no prerequisites for entry into this qualification.

Our training is open and responsive to all people irrespective of age, gender, cultural or ethnic background, disability, sexuality, unemployment, imprisonment or remote location.

These are likely to be new learners being either:

• Those wishing to undertake a full qualification to gain further employment in the sector;
• Those wishing to advance their career in the sector;
• Those wishing to upskill or refresh their knowledge after time in the industry; and
• Those updating a previous qualification to maintain currency..

DEF43115 Certificate IV in Electronic Forensics.

This qualification will be delivered online at a pace best suited to the student.

You may be eligible to gain status for previous industry experience, studies in other courses or from other training providers.

If you fit in this category enquire about RPL/RCC or credit transfers which could significantly shorten your study requirements.

© Copyright 2018 Australian Fraud and Anti-Corruption Academy Pty Ltd | ABN 12 620 525 877 | RTO No. 45408 | All Rights Reserved