Pathway Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 12:51 PM AWST
22/07/2026 12:51 PM AWST
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Digital Art and Animation
Digital Art and Animation
Pathway
National Code
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State Code
AB78
AB78
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Original TGA Release Date
15/01/2016
15/01/2016
Field of Education
1007 - Communication And Media Studies
1007 - Communication And Media Studies
Approved Date
21/07/2016
21/07/2016
Stream of Study
Paraprofessional - Higher Technical (3500)
Paraprofessional - Higher Technical (3500)
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Version
1.00
1.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
15/01/2016
Nominal Hours
785
785
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who analyse, design and execute judgements using wide ranging technical, creative, conceptual or managerial competencies in the animation industries. Their knowledge base may be specialised or broad. These individuals are often accountable for group outcomes.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = sixteen (16)
- three (3) core units plus
- thirteen (13) elective units of which:
- ten (10) units must be selected from the electives listed below
- three (3) units may be selected from the remaining listed electives or any currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course at Diploma or above.
- three (3) core units plus
- thirteen (13) elective units of which:
- ten (10) units must be selected from the electives listed below
- three (3) units may be selected from the remaining listed electives or any currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course at Diploma or above.
1. Core Units
All three (3) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWH17 | CUAPPR603 | Engage in the business of creative practice | 65 | Unit of competency |
| AWH20 | CUAPPR505 | Establish and maintain safe creative practice | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AWH15 | CUAPPR605 | Evolve ideas for professional creative work | 45 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Ten (10) units to be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWF63 | CUAANM402 | Create digital visual effects | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AWJ97 | CUAANM503 | Design animation and digital visual effects | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AWI57 | CUALGT504 | Develop lighting designs | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWH22 | CUAPPR502 | Develop own sustainable professional practice | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWG47 | CUAWRT502 | Develop storylines and treatments | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWJ09 | CUADRT604 | Devise camera coverage | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWJ13 | CUADRT601 | Establish the creative vision for screen productions | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUK32 | BSBDES501 | Implement design solutions | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWG67 | CUASOU505 | Implement sound designs | 51 | Unit of competency |
| AWG45 | CUAWRT601 | Write scripts | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Imported Elective Units
Three (3) units to be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWK00 | CUAANM501 | Create 3D digital character animation | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUU16 | ICTGAM526 | Create complex 3-D characters for games | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUU03 | ICTGAM519 | Manage technical art and rigging in 3-D animation | 50 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC84 | Digital Art & Animation | Pathway |
Note
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil