Certificate IV in Interactive Digital Media

Course Code:CUF40207
Department:Information Communication Technology
Study Area(s):Information Technology
Printing and Graphic Arts
Location(s):Broadmeadows, Essendon
Course Length:Full-time (1 year)
Part-time day (2 years)
Flexible (1 year, 6 months)
Direct Entry:You can apply for this course directly through Kangan Institute.
Mid-year Entry:This course accepts mid-year applications.
VTAC:Year 12 and mature age applicants can apply for this course at the VTAC website during the VTAC period.
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Course overview

The course is specifically for people wanting to develop electronic media for instructional or entertainment purposes. This includes digital video, animation, 3D models, interactive information applications. Course work is delivered in classrooms and workshops with projects making the bulk of the assessment.

Course modules

CORE
Module CodeModule TitleNominal Hours
BSBCRT301ADevelop and Extend Critical and Creative Thinking Skills40
CUFIND301AWork Effectively in The Screen and Media Industries20
Total hours:60
ELECTIVE
Module CodeModule TitleNominal Hours
BSBDES401AGenerate Design Solutions60
BSBDES402AInterpret and Respond to a Design Brief20
BSBDES403ADevelop and Extend Design Skills and Practice30
BSBOHS201AParticipate in OHS Processes20
CUFANM302ACreate 3d Digital Animations75
CUFANM303ACreate 3d Digital Models75
CUFANM401APrepare 3d Digital Models For Production50
CUFDIG303AProduce and Prepare Photo Images20
CUFDIG304ACreate Visual Design Components30
CUFPPM404ACreate Storyboards40
CUVCOR09BSelect and Apply Drawing Techniques and Media to Represent and Communicate The Concept80
CUVDSP07BResearch and Apply Techniques For Graphic Design50
CUVDSP11BResearch and Apply Techniques For Illustrative Work50

Course Fees

Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!

You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!

Government SubsidisedFee For Service (Full fee)
ConcessionNon concessionRPLConcessionNon concessionRPL
Tuition fees$ 188$ 990^$ 95n/a$ 6,500^$ 3,250^
Student Services & Amenities Fees$ 32$ 212^n/an/an/an/a
Ancillary Fees$ 26$ 26n/an/an/an/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 feeStudent Services & Amenities FeesAncillary FeesTotal
Example 1:A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 200 nominal hours.
Government subsidised (Non concession)$1.75 x 200 = $350.00$0.32 x 200 = $64.00$26.00$440.00
Fee-For-Service (Non concession)$8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00n/an/a$8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00
Fee-For-Service (RPL)$4.00 x 200 = $800.00n/an/a$4.00 x 200 = $800.00
Example 2:A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 900 nominal hours.
Government subsidised (Non concession)$1.75 x 900 = $1,575.00
but capped at the maximum of $990.00
$0.32 x 900 = $288.00
but capped at the maximum of $212.00
$26.00$1,228.00
Fee-For-Service (Non concession)$8.00 x 900 = $7,200.00
but capped at the maximum of $6500.00
n/an/a$6500.00
Fee-For-Service (RPL)$4.00 x 900 = $3,600.00
but capped at the maximum of $3250.00
n/an/a$3250.00

See the detailed fees structure.

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What costs and other fees should I expect?

Contact the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or 03 9279 2222 or enquiries@kangan.edu.au for a fee schedule. There may be extra costs for reference books, protective clothing or specialised materials.

What employment opportunities will I have?

Employment opportunities will be found developing educational media for instructional design, making interactive presentations for marketing or developing 3D graphics and models for the computer games industry.

What skills will I have when I complete this course?

You will be able to design and create a wide range of digital media for distribution in a variety of technologies. Digital media you create will be: digital photographs; illustrations, 2D animation, interactive digital video, 3D models and animation. You will also develop skills in concept development, storyboarding, presentation of ideas and creative writing.

What qualifications will I receive?

On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Certificate IV in Interactive Digital Media. As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.

What opportunities for further studies will I have?

This course will lead to higher level studies at Diploma and Advanced Diploma level. Credit transfers may be available into graphic arts courses or Bachelor Degrees at Universities.

Can I apply?

There are no set prerequisites for this course. However, it is recommended that you have satisfactory numeracy and literacy skills to undertake this course or have satisfactorily completed VCE, VCAL or an approved equivalent course or are mature age and have sufficient work experience to successfully undertake the course.

How do I apply?

To apply for a full-time position for this course, you must apply through VTAC (Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre). Details of the VTAC application process are available from the VTAC website at www.vtac.edu.au and in the VTAC Guide which is available from leading newsagents and libraries in July each year.

Direct application will be considered once the VTAC places have been offered and there are vacancies in the course. If you wish to apply for this course via direct entry, 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.

Applications are now being taken for mid-year enrolments. You can apply for this course via the website (click on the Apply Here button). For more information email Penny on plocke@kangan.edu.au.

How will I be selected for this course?

You will need to attend an information session and a brief interview to establish your interest in the course. Competent English language and literacy skills are a core requirement for entry. You may need to undertake a language test.

How long is the course?

The course runs 1 year full-time. Part time attendance is by negotiation. Part-time study can take up to 2 years.

Where and how can I study?

You will study at the Braodmeadows campus.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods. You will be adivsed in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be provided with this information.

Additional comments

Applications are closed for mid-year enrolments.
You can apply for this course via the website for 2012 (click on the Apply Here button). For more information email Penny on plocke@kangan.edu.au.

What will I study?

Photoshop
Illustrator
Flash
Maya
Mudbox
Premiere
After Effects
Audition
Encore
Digital Photography
Digital Illustration
Storyboarding
Concept Development

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