Accredited course Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 4:59 AM AWST

Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.

Diploma of Interactive Games Development

Diploma of Interactive Games Development

Accredited course
National Code:
52046
State Code:
7538
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
27/02/2009
Field of Education
0201 - Computer Science
AQF Level
Diploma of
Nominal Hours
780
Duration
2 Semesters
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Accredited Date
26/11/2008
Expiry Date
29/02/2012
VET Act Classifier
C
VET Act Conditions
Description

The Diploma of Interactive Games Development provides advanced level knowledge and skills sought of professional interactive games developers. The Diploma builds on the knowledge and skills achieved at the Certificate IV level.
Participants select to specialise in one of two streams: Technical Artist, Games Programmer.

Schedule
Pathways
State Code Title
CT57 Technical Artist
CT58 Games Programmer
1.

Learners are to complete 17 units to achieve this qualification.
5 Core units
7 Specialist units
5 Electives

CORE UNITS:
Complete all 5 Core units listed below.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
D0647 BSBCRT402A Collaborate in a creative process 40 Unit of competency
D1139 CUFIND402A Develop screen and media specialist expertise 30 Unit of competency
D0911 BSBOHS509A Ensure a safe workplace 50 Unit of competency
D0665 BSBDES402A Interpret and respond to a design brief 20 Unit of competency
D0938 BSBPMG510A Manage projects 45 Unit of competency
2.

SPECIALIST UNITS: 7 units are to be completed. (Below is a list of all the specialist units).
Please see individual pathways for the appropriate specialist units required.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
D0084 ICAB5226B Apply advanced object-oriented language skills 80 Unit of competency
D0085 ICAB5227B Apply advanced programming skills in another language 80 Unit of competency
D0083 ICAB5223B Apply intermediate object-oriented language skills 50 Unit of competency
D0058 ICAB4229B Apply intermediate programming skills in another language 60 Unit of competency
D0053 ICAB4219B Apply introductory object-oriented language skills 60 Unit of competency
D0055 ICAB4222B Apply introductory programming skills in another language 60 Unit of competency
D0056 ICAB4224B Apply mathematical techniques for software development 20 Unit of competency
D1744 CUVVSP14B Apply techniques to produce drawings 40 Unit of competency
D0646 BSBCRT401A Articulate, present and debate ideas 40 Unit of competency
D1115 CUFDIG501A Coordinate the testing of interactive media products 40 Unit of competency
D1070 CUFANM501A Create 3D digital character animation 50 Unit of competency
D1071 CUFANM502A Create 3D digital environments 60 Unit of competency
D1069 CUFANM403A Create titles for screen productions 50 Unit of competency
D1121 CUFDIG507A Design digital simulations 50 Unit of competency
D1117 CUFDIG503A Design e-learning resources 40 Unit of competency
D1118 CUFDIG504A Design games 40 Unit of competency
D1119 CUFDIG505A Design information architecture 70 Unit of competency
D1120 CUFDIG506A Design interaction 40 Unit of competency
D1112 CUFDIG402A Design user interfaces 50 Unit of competency
C3618 BSBADV501A Develop a creative concept 60 Unit of competency
D0666 BSBDES403A Develop and extend design skills and practice 30 Unit of competency
D0011 ICAA5049B Develop high-level object-oriented class specifications 45 Unit of competency
22881 Draw the motion of quadrupedal forms 50 Module
D0667 BSBDES501A Implement design solutions 60 Unit of competency
D0649 BSBCRT501A Originate and develop concepts 30 Unit of competency
D1067 CUFANM401A Prepare 3D digital models for production 50 Unit of competency
D1745 CUVVSP15B Produce drawings 50 Unit of competency
D1766 CUVVSP51B Produce sculpture 50 Unit of competency
C8683 ICAB4075A Use a library or pre existing components 35 Unit of competency
3.

ELECTIVE UNITS: Complete 5 elective units:
Select 2 units from the electives listed below, PLUS 3 additional units from either the Specialist list (group 2) or Electives lsited below or from a nationally endorsed Training Package comprising of:
A maximum of 1 unit at AQF level 4
A maximum of 1 unit at AQF level 6
One or more electives from AQF level 5

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
D1071 CUFANM502A Create 3D digital environments 60 Unit of competency
D1068 CUFANM402A Create digital visual effects 70 Unit of competency
D0054 ICAB4220B Create scripts for networking 40 Unit of competency
D1170 CUFPPM404A Create storyboards 60 Unit of competency
D1072 CUFANM503A Design animation and digital visual effects 80 Unit of competency
C4041 CUSSOU22A Implement sound design 51 Unit of competency
W5900 BCGBC4014A Prepare simple building sketches and drawings 60 Unit of competency
D1704 CUVDSP14B Research and apply techniques for the design of products 70 Unit of competency
D0046 ICAB4136B Use structured query language to create database structures and manipulate data 55 Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
7547 52213 Diploma of Interactive Games Development Accredited course
VET Info Notes
1. The copyright owner for this course is Central TAFE.

2. The proponent for this course is Central TAFE on behalf of the Department of Education and Training. This course has been accredited by the Training Accreditation Council (TAC) in Western Australia. It has been placed on the National Register as code 52046.

3. Further information on this program may be obtained from the Manager, Training Products Information Services (TPIS) at the Department of Education and Training or the Director, Learning Portfolio Support, Central TAFE, Perth Campus, Aberdeen Street, NORTHBRIDGE WA 6000, telephone (08) 9427 1247.

4. Entry requirements was amended to 3.literacy and 2.Numeracy, as per Central TAFE's request (Debra Garnaut) 24/9/09.
No information
No information