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Diploma of Graphic and Digital Design
Diploma of Graphic and Digital Design
51166
7487
Draft
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Description
To provide the skills and knowledge required to work in the contemporary graphic design and multimedia industries. On successful completion of the course the student should be able to apply the principles of design to the development of design solutions - incorporating research, concept development and visualisation techniques - and demonstrate advanced skills in the use of colour and typography. The course will also provide the flexibilty to specialise in areas such as Multimedia Design, Advertising Design, Illustration, Packaging Design, Corporate Design and/or Animation.
Students will also be required to demonstrate competency in the application of small business and marketing principles, working as part of a team and managing a project. The course will provide students with sufficient practical competencies and skills that could lead to employment or further study.
Schedule
1.
CORE - Learners to complete all units
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10006 | Applied Design Processes | 50 | Module | |
| C4071 | CUSGEN03A | Collaborate with colleagues in planning and producing a project | 34 | Unit of competency |
| 10014 | Colour for Graphic Design 1 | 50 | Module | |
| 10038 | Colour for Graphic Design 2 | 50 | Module | |
| 10012 | Computer Graphic Skills 1 | 50 | Module | |
| 10023 | Computer Graphic Skills 2 | 50 | Module | |
| 10016 | Concept Visualisation | 50 | Module | |
| 10005 | Design Concept Development | 50 | Module | |
| C4101 | CUEFIN1A | Develop a budget | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C4181 | CUFGEN01A | Develop and apply industry knowledge | 15 | Unit of competency |
| 10013 | Drawing for Design | 40 | Module | |
| C4063 | CUSADM07A | Establish and maintain work and contractual relationships | 63 | Unit of competency |
| C4098 | CUSGEN05A | Make presentations | 34 | Unit of competency |
| C4070 | CUSADM03A | Manage a project | 51 | Unit of competency |
| 10007 | Typographic Design 1 | 50 | Module | |
| 10022 | Typographic Design 2 | 100 | Module | |
| C4087 | CUEMAR3A | Undertake marketing activities | 40 | Unit of competency |
2.
ELECTIVES - Learners to complete one elective unit from the following list. The Multimedia Design units C4207 and C4214 combined together are counted as one and the Digital Sound and Video units C 4188 & C1025 combined together are counted as one.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10032 | Advertising Design 1 | 70 | Module | |
| C4207 | CUFMEM07A | Apply principles of visual design and communication to the development of a multimedia product | 40 | Unit of competency |
| 10026 | Corporate Design 1 | 70 | Module | |
| C4184 | CUFIMA03A | Create 2D digital animation | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C4188 | CUFIMA07A | Create titles for screen production | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C4214 | CUFMEM14A | Create, manipulate and incorporate 2D graphics | 25 | Unit of competency |
| 10028 | Illustrative Design | 70 | Module | |
| C1025 | ICPMM46CA | Incorporate video into multimedia presentations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| 10025 | Packaging Design | 70 | Module |
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VET Info Notes
2. The proponent for this course is Central TAFE. This course has been accredited by the Training Accreditation Council (TAC) in Western Australia. It has been placed on the National Register as code 51166.
3. Further information on this program may be obtained from the Manager, Training Products Information Services (TPIS) at the Department Education and Training or the Curriculum Manager, Central TAFE, 25 Aberdeen street, Perth WA 6000, telephone (08) 9202 4770.
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