Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Screen and Media
Diploma of Screen and Media
CUA51015
AZL8
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 20/12/2018 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 15/01/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical or managerial competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate the work of self and/or team in the film, television, radio and interactive media industries.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work
The National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work applies to persons performing dogging and rigging work. Completion of the following units is required for certification at either basic, intermediate or advanced levels:
CPCCLDG3001A Licence to perform dogging
CPCCLRG3001A Licence to perform rigging basic level
CPCCLRG3002A Licence to perform rigging intermediate level
CPCCLRG4001A Licence to perform rigging advanced level.
National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work
Sets and staging for some performances or events may fall within the definition of construction work. If so, people entering the construction site are required to complete the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (Australian Safety Compensation Council, May 2007). Achievement of the unit 'CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry' from the CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package fulfils this requirement.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = fifteen (15)- three (3) core units plus
- twelve (12) elective units of which:
- ten (10) units must be selected from the electives listed below
- two (2) units may be selected from the remaining listed electives or any currently endorsed training package qualification or accredited course at Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma level.
This qualification can provide for specialisations. To achieve these specialisations, the following additional packaging rules must be adhered to.
- For specialisation in Interactive Media, six (6) elective units must be selected from Group A.
- For specialisation in Specialist Make-up Services, six (6) specialist units must be selected from Group B, and must include CUAMUP401 Design, apply and remove make-up and CUAMUP403 Style hair for performance or productions.
Refer to the Implementation Guide for details about choosing electives to support specialisations.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid vocational outcome.
Pathways
1. Core Units
All three (3) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWH20 | CUAPPR505 | Establish and maintain safe creative practice | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AWI70 | CUAIND502 | Maintain and apply creative arts industry knowledge | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUI70 | BSBCRT501 | Originate and develop concepts | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Interactive Media Elective Units
For specialisation in Interactive Media, six (6) elective units must be selected from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Specialist Make-up Services Elective Units
For specialisation in Specialist Make-up Services, six (6) specialist units must be selected from Group B, and must include CUAMUP401 Design, apply and remove make-up and CUAMUP403 Style hair for performance or productions.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWH84 | CUAMUP504 | Create prosthetics for special make-up effects | 110 | Unit of competency |
| AWH85 | CUAMUP503 | Design and apply special make-up effects | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWH92 | CUAMUP502 | Design and apply specialised make-up | 65 | Unit of competency |
| AWH89 | CUAMUP401 | Design, apply and remove make-up | 160 | Unit of competency |
| AWH88 | CUAMUP402 | Maintain make-up and hair continuity | 160 | Unit of competency |
| D8705 | SIHHHDS408A | Make wigs and hairpieces | 100 | Unit of competency |
| D8702 | SIHHHDS305A | Select and apply hair extensions | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWH87 | CUAMUP403 | Style hair for performances or productions | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWH86 | CUAMUP404 | Style wigs and hairpieces for performances or productions | 120 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Screen and Media Elective Units
Up to twelve (12) units may be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
5. Group D General Elective Units
Up to twelve (12) units may be chosen from Group D.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D202 | CUF50207 | Diploma of Interactive Digital Media | Qualification |
| D201 | CUF50107 | Diploma of Screen and Media | Qualification |
| D204 | CUF50407 | Diploma of Specialist Make-up Services | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGU7 | CUA51020 | Diploma of Screen and Media | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Nil
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