Digital Media Foundations | Florida State College at Jacksonville

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Critical ThinkingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningComplex Problem SolvingSpeakingJudgment and Decision MakingWritingActive Learning

Computers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguageMathematicsEngineering and TechnologyCustomer and Personal Service

Troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.
Provide staff and users with assistance solving computer-related problems, such as malfunctions and
Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation o

Network monitoring softwareStorage networking softwareData base user interface and query softwareExpert system softwareOperating system software

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium15-1299.06	Digital Forensics Analysts	title_inference	—	—	—

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

No program pathways.

What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Short-Term Certificate)

Digital forensic imaging tools — operate under direct supervision to create verified bit-for-bit copies of storage media in a controlled lab environment.
Chain-of-custody documentation — complete accurately following established protocols when handling evidence submitted to a forensic investigation unit.
Operating system software — identify and navigate file structures on Windows and Linux platforms to locate artifacts relevant to an assigned case.
Network monitoring software — run pre-configured queries under guidance to identify anomalous traffic patterns on an enterprise network.
Computer program malfunctions — recognize and escalate common system errors to senior analysts in a digital forensics support environment.
Database query software — execute basic SQL queries under supervision to extract records relevant to a forensic investigation.
Written case notes — draft clear, factual observations using standard report templates during evidence processing activities.
Hash verification procedures — apply MD5 and SHA-256 algorithms under direction to confirm integrity of forensic evidence copies.
Technical documentation — read and comprehend vendor manuals and forensic tool guides to support assigned investigative tasks.
Staff and user support requests — assist with routine computer-related problems under supervision in a forensic operations environment.

Program Details

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

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Scholarships

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