This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct activities involved in the detection, recording and collection of digital evidence prior to laboratory examination.

This unit applies to those working in the gathering and analysis of digital information.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those relating to work health and safety (WHS) and the search for and seizure of digital evidence.

Those undertaking this unit would work independently, with minimal supervision, while performing complex tasks, including making complex judgements. They would use discretion and judgement and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs.

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