, they successfully performed a number of trouble-shooting tasks forboth software and hardware by consulting various sources beyond the advisor guidance.Impacts on college studentsIn terms of hard skills, the project effectively trained the students in essential engineeringconcepts such as system design, developing software, testing an engineering system, and troubleshooting. They also obtained writing and analytical skills through project report, design andtesting of the engineering system.In terms of soft skills, the students learned communication skill through interaction with the highschool students, the local metal shops, and the people they consulted during the projectimplementation. They also learned how to negotiate and collaborate with
digital and physical evidence, high levels of teamwork, ability to workwith cultural and foreign language artifacts, presentation skills, and ability to argue moral andethical issues all in addition to computer forensics and security skills.4 Development of the Digital Forensics Challenge (DFC)There were a number of stages necessary to successfully create a DFC for the CCIC to ensure theinclusion of both technical and soft skills and a realistic digital forensics investigativescenario.4.1 Stage 1: Create forensics training materialsWith the goal of the competition to attract a broader representation of participants and emphasizeinvestigative skills, critical thinking, and teamwork, it is crucial for participants to prepare.Therefore, the