Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Major in Digital Media Innovation | Texas State University

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Critical ThinkingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningComplex Problem SolvingSpeakingJudgment and Decision MakingWritingActive Learning

Knowledge

Computers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguageMathematicsEngineering and TechnologyCustomer and Personal Service

Tasks

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

Technology

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

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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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

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: proficient (Level 3)(based on Bachelor's Degree)

Complex multi-device investigations — lead end-to-end forensic analysis autonomously across mixed operating system environments including cloud and mobile platforms.
Enterprise network forensics — use network monitoring and switch or router software to trace lateral movement and data exfiltration across large-scale corporate infrastructures.
Non-routine malfunction resolution — diagnose and resolve atypical program and system failures that deviate from known patterns in high-stakes investigative contexts.
Development environment software — write and maintain custom forensic scripts and automation tools to address gaps in commercial forensic capabilities.
Object-oriented forensic tooling — develop or adapt component-based software modules to extend analysis capabilities for emerging evidence types.
Integrated business problem analysis — apply digital evidence findings to support resolution of complex organizational issues such as intellectual property theft or financial fraud.
Expert testimony preparation — synthesize technical forensic findings into clear, legally defensible written reports and oral presentations for court or regulatory proceedings.
Enterprise application integration software — examine application logs and integration layer data to reconstruct event sequences across interconnected business systems.
Critical judgment under ambiguity — evaluate competing hypotheses and make sound investigative decisions when evidence is incomplete or contradictory.
Mentored case reviews — guide junior analysts through complex forensic examinations, providing real-time technical feedback in an active investigations unit.

Course Pathway

46 courses in this program

Program Requirements

Courses required to complete this program

ENG 1310College Writing I

3 cr

ENG 1320College Writing II

3 cr

POSI 2310Principles of American Government

3 cr

POSI 2320Functions of American Government

3 cr

MC 3111Drone Bootcamp

1 cr

MC 3112Social Media Analytics Platforms

1 cr

COMM 1310Fundamentals of Human Communication

3 cr

MC 4381Fundamentals of Digital and Online Media

3 cr

MC 3115Digital Media Tools and Skills

1 cr

MC 3116Digital Media Innovation Concepts

1 cr

ART 2313Introduction to Fine Arts

3 cr

DAN 2313Introduction to Fine Arts

3 cr

MC 3119Fundamentals of Layout and Design

1 cr

TH 2313Introduction to Fine Arts

3 cr

MC 3120Editing and Enhancing Digital Imagery

1 cr

MC 3122Search Engine Optimization Fundamentals

1 cr

MC 1301Introduction to Mass Communication

3 cr

MC 3390Media Design

3 cr

MC 4323Multimedia Journalism

3 cr

MC 4324Visual Storytelling

3 cr

US 1100University Seminar

1 cr

MC 4325Coding and Data Skills for Communicators

3 cr

MC 4327Mobile Media and Development

3 cr

MC 1313Media Writing

3 cr

MC 4315Web Design Publishing

3 cr

MC 4337Data Journalism

3 cr

MC 4343Immersive Storytelling

3 cr

MC 4345Drone Storytelling

3 cr

MC 4347Social Media Video

3 cr

MC 4360Mobile Storytelling in the Outdoors

3 cr

PHIL 1305Philosophy and Critical Thinking

3 cr

MC 4361Documentaries

3 cr

MC 2111Media Practicum

1 cr

SOCI 3307Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences

3 cr

MC 3100Grammar for Media Professionals

1 cr

MC 3114Career Exploration: Destination America

1 cr

MC 4326Advanced Social Media and Analytics

3 cr

MC 3117Freelancing for Media Professionals

1 cr

MC 3118Careers in Media

1 cr

MC 4346Artificial Intelligence and Automation for Media Professionals

3 cr

MC 4342Career Professionalism

3 cr

MC 3121TV Program Production

1 cr

MC 4130Internship

1 cr

MC 4328Digital Media Innovation Capstone

3 cr

MC 4301Media Law and Ethics

3 cr

MATH 1316Survey of Contemporary Mathematics

3 cr

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