Qualification Outline
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Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design
Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design
CUA60315
AZL7
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 15/01/2016 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who have highly specialised technical, creative and conceptual skills in visual communication to conceive, negotiate and realise design solutions.
Practice at this level is underpinned by the application of visual communication and design theory and history and the ability to critically analyse and synthesise information from a range of sources. Advanced communication, organisational and project management skills are also required.
Practitioners may work in many different commercial and community contexts across both print and digital media.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:To enter this qualification, individuals must provide evidence of their ability to:
- apply visual communication history and theory to own professional practice
- produce professional typography
- produce graphic designs for two-dimensional and three-dimensional applications
- create and manipulate graphics and design complex publication layouts
Skills and knowledge may have been acquired through graphic design work experience or through formal study.
PACKAGING RULES;
Total number of units = fifteen (15)
- seven (7) core units plus
- eight (8) elective units of which:
- five (5) 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.
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.
1. Core Units
All seven (7) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWI90 | CUAGRD601 | Engage in the business of graphic design | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWH21 | CUAPPR504 | Establish and maintain environmentally sustainable creative practice | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AUM32 | BSBDES502 | Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief | 65 | Unit of competency |
| AWI86 | CUAGRD603 | Extend typographic design expertise | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AUH06 | BSBDES601 | Manage design realisation | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWI85 | CUAGRD602 | Originate graphic designs for complex briefs | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUI91 | BSBPMG522 | Undertake project work | 45 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
At least five (5) of the eight (8) units required must be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D652 | CUV60411 | Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGS1 | CUA60320 | Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
To enter this qualification, individuals must provide evidence of their ability to:
apply visual communication history and theory to own professional practice
produce professional typography
produce graphic designs for two-dimensional and three-dimensional applications
create and manipulate graphics and design complex publication layouts
Skills and knowledge may have been acquired through graphic design work experience or through formal study.
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