Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts
(Desktop Publishing) (Online)
| Course Code: | ICP20205 |
| Department: | Information Communication Technology |
| Study Area(s): | Information Technology Multimedia |
| Location(s): | Broadmeadows, Online |
| Course Length: | Flexible (1 year) |
| Direct Entry: | You can apply for this course directly through Kangan Institute. |
| Mid-year Entry: | This course accepts mid-year applications. |
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Course overview
This course is structured for those interested in both graphic design and interactive media. This course is offered fully on-line or flexibly at our Broadmeadows Cmapus.
Course modules
| CORE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ICPMM263A | Access and Use The Internet | 20 |
| ICPPP211A | Develop a Basic Design Concept | 40 |
| ICPPP221A | Select and Apply Type | 30 |
| ICPPP224A | Produce Pages Using a Page Layout Application | 60 |
| ICPPP225A | Produce Graphics Using a Graphics Application | 60 |
| ICPSU260A | Maintain a Safe Work Environment | 30 |
| ICPSU262A | Communicate in The Workplace | 30 |
| Total hours: | 270 | |
| ELECTIVE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CUFDIG302A | Author Interactive Sequences | 40 |
| CUFSOU301A | Prepare Audio Assets | 30 |
| ICAITB135B | Create a Simple Mark-Up Language Document to Specification | 40 |
| ICPMM321A | Capture a Digital Image | 40 |
| ICPMM322A | Edit a Digital Image | 40 |
| ICPPP226A | Produce Interactive Pdf Files | 60 |
| ICPPP252A | Output Images | 30 |
Course Fees
Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
| Government Subsidised | Fee For Service (Full fee) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession | Non concession | RPL | Concession | Non concession | RPL | |
| Tuition fees | $ 105 | $ 750^ | $ 95 | n/a | $ 6,500^ | $ 3,250^ |
| Student Services & Amenities Fees | $ 32 | $ 212^ | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ancillary Fees | $ 26 | $ 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
^ Fees will not be more than stated.
* Approximate fees displayed are based on calendar year calculations. The fees apply to the units enrolled in 2012 only. Any enrolments in subsequent years will be charged at the rates applicable for that year.
* Materials fees may be required.
How to calculate fees? See the examples here.
| Tuition fee | Student Services & Amenities Fees | Ancillary Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example 1: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Creation program with 200 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.60 x 200 = $320.00 | $0.32 x 200 = $64.00 | $26.00 | $410.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 | n/a | n/a | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 | n/a | n/a | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 |
| Example 2: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Creation program with 900 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.60 x 900 = $1,440.00 but capped at the maximum of $750.00 | $0.32 x 900 = $288.00 but capped at the maximum of $212.00 | $26.00 | $988.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 900 = $7,200.00 but capped at the maximum of $6500.00 | n/a | n/a | $6500.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 900 = $3,600.00 but capped at the maximum of $3250.00 | n/a | n/a | $3250.00 |
See the detailed fees structure.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
For a fee schedule, call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or (03) 9279 2222. Alternatively email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. There may be an extra cost for reference books and specialised materials.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may lead to employment in the graphic arts industry where you will create computer graphics and undertake page layout for publication. Other opportunities can be found in interactive media design, instructional design or digital video creation
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
You will gain skills in visual design, instructional design and adobe suite.
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion of the course, you will be awarded the CERTIFICATE II IN PRINTING AND GRAPHIC ARTS (DESKTOP PUBLISHING). As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework, this program is nationally recognised.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
You may continue on to higher level studies, such as Certificate III, Certificate IV in Printing and Graphics Arts and up to an Advanced Diploma of Information Technology.
Can I apply?
It is recommended that you have satisfactory numeracy and literacy skills to undertake this course or are mature aged and have sufficient work experience.
How do I apply?
If you wish to apply for this course, you must obtain an application form from the Institute. Call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. This course has a mid-year intake.
How will I be selected for this course?
You will be interviewed either over the telephone or in person.
How long is the course?
The course spans for 12 months (calendar year). It is a flexible course so you may commence and complete at your own pace.
You can enrol into this course anytime during the year.
Any units incomplete for the course will need to be re-enrolled (and paid for) in the following year. Trainees have their own agreed timeframe.
Where and how can I study?
This course is available fully on-line and at the Flexible Learning Centre, Broadmeadows Campus.
How will I be assessed?
A mixture of activities and assessment will be used. This qualification is based on showing that you are competent in all parts of the course.
Additional comments
This course has a mid-year entry.
To be able to work on-line you will require the following:
Hardware:
Minimum computer system: Pentimum 3, Memory Size 1g, Adobe CS3 Suite
