Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Design
Certificate IV in Design
CUV40303
C618
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 18/04/2008 | Current | Approved |
Description
Not Applicable
Schedule
Pathways
| State Code | Title |
|---|---|
| CS82 | Graphic Design |
| CS83 | Furniture Design |
| CS84 | Design for Industry |
| CS85 | Fashion & Textile Design |
| CS86 | Jewellery Design |
| CT61 | Three Dimensional Design |
1.
MANDATORY CORE UNITS: Learners to complete the TEN (10) Core units listed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0660 | BSBDES302A | Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0661 | BSBDES303A | Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0659 | BSBDES301A | Explore the use of colour | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D1699 | CUVDES04B | Integrate colour theory and design processes in response to a brief | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D0665 | BSBDES402A | Interpret and respond to a design brief | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D1682 | CUVCOR04B | Originate concept for own work and conduct critical discourse | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D0887 | BSBOHS201A | Participate in OHS processes | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D1220 | CUVCOR09B | Select and apply drawing techniques and media to represent and communicate the concept | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D0662 | BSBDES304A | Source and apply design industry knowledge | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D0663 | BSBDES305A | Source and apply information on the history and theory of design | 65 | Unit of competency |
2.
SECTOR SPECIALIST AND ELECTIVE UNITS: Learners to complete EIGHT (8) other units with at least TWO (2) from the Design specialisation units in the Visual Arts, Craft & Design Training Package.
Remaining units may be selected from other areas of the Visual Arts, Craft and Design Training Package or any relevant endorsed training package at the appropriate level.
The total package of units must meet the requirements of the Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptor for a Certificate IV. In all cases selection of electives must be guided by the job outcomes sought, local industry requirements and the level of the qualification.
For advice on selection of alternative sector specialisation or elective units to those listed below, refer to the Visual Arts Craft & Design Training Package.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7513 | 51056 | Certificate IV in Design For Industry | Accredited course |
| 7308 | 20078TPWA | Certificate IV in Fashion And Textile Design | Accredited course |
| 7516 | 51052 | Certificate IV in Furniture Design | Accredited course |
| 7290 | 91007NSW | Certificate IV in Graphic Design Foundation | Accredited course |
| 7306 | 50145 | Certificate IV in Jewellery Design And Production | Accredited course |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D668 | CUV40311 | Certificate IV in Design | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Australian National Training Authority.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was originally entered on to STARS by Central TAFE on 25/10/2004.
4. This qualification was updated on 18 September and 7 October, 2008 by the DET to reflect a national continuous improvement version change (V3). The change mostly consisted of removing Key Competencies which were replaced by Employability Skills in all units. Accordingly, all CUV03 units within this qualification received a new national code (ie, B or C version) and a new TAFEWA ID unit number. Imported BSB units may have also replaced some CUV units.
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
