Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Ceramics
Diploma of Ceramics
CUV50211
D662
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 12/10/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of ceramicists who combine specialised technical, creative and conceptual skills to develop their own ceramics practice. They are able to plan, design and realise a body of ceramic work using in-depth skills specific to ceramics technologies, materials and processes. Practice at this level is underpinned by a sound grasp of ceramics and broader art and design theory and history, as well as the ability to critically analyse and synthesise information from a range of sources. Discourse and communication around complex ideas are also required.
Ceramicists may work as sole practitioners or in organisations that design and produce ceramic objects, such as specialist tile manufacturers or makers of landscape and gardening items. The purpose of the work may be artistic or functional. Ceramic artists also often teach in a range of community contexts.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twenty (20)Eleven (11) core units plus
Nine (9) elective units
The elective units consist of:
- two (2) units from Group A
-two (2) units from Group B
- of the remaining five (5) units:
- up to five (5) may be from Group A and/or Group B
- up to five (5) may be from a Certificate IV or above in any currently endorsed Training Package
- up to three (3) may be from an accredited course at Certificate IV or above.
The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet local industry needs.
1. Core Units
All eleven (11) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S7769 | CUVRES502A | Analyse cultural history and theory | 60 | Unit of competency |
| S7755 | CUVPRP505A | Establish and maintain safe professional practice | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S7631 | CUVCER403A | Experiment with ceramic surface treatments | 45 | Unit of competency |
| D0664 | BSBDES401A | Generate design solutions | 60 | Unit of competency |
| S7615 | CUVACD511A | Make moulds and casts | 45 | Unit of competency |
| S7614 | CUVACD510A | Manage kiln operations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S7752 | CUVPRP502A | Prepare for sustainable professional practice | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S7753 | CUVPRP503A | Present a body of own creative work | 55 | Unit of competency |
| S7751 | CUVPRP501A | Realise a body of creative work | 70 | Unit of competency |
| S7605 | CUVACD501A | Refine drawing and other visual representation tools | 60 | Unit of competency |
| S7635 | CUVCER504A | Refine handbuilding techniques | 60 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least two (2) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Elective Units
At least two (2) units must be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZL1 | CUA51215 | Diploma of Ceramics | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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