Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Photography and Photo Imaging
Certificate IV in Photography and Photo Imaging
CUA41115
AZM5
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 apply a broad range of technical skills in photo imaging, including lighting, image capture, enhancements and manipulation and output.
Practice at this level is predominately digital. It is underpinned by the application of integrated technical, theoretical and historical knowledge of photo imaging and the ability to develop concepts and solutions in response to a brief.
Practitioners may work in a range of industry contexts, including retail, commercial, domestic portrait, media, wedding, illustrative, institutional and art photography.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = fifteen (15)- ten (10) core units plus
- five (5) elective units, of which:
- three (3) 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 III, IV or Diploma level.
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 ten (10) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWH71 | CUAPHI402 | Apply photo imaging lighting techniques | 100 | Unit of competency |
| AWH73 | CUAPHI401 | Capture images in response to a brief | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUL95 | BSBWHS201 | Contribute to health and safety of self and others | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AWH77 | CUAPHI301 | Develop and apply photo imaging industry knowledge | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AWH70 | CUAPHI403 | Enhance, manipulate and output photo images | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AWK31 | CUAACD401 | Integrate colour theory and design processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUH07 | BSBDES402 | Interpret and respond to a design brief | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWH75 | CUAPHI303 | Process photo images to work-print and file stage | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWG99 | CUARES403 | Research history and theory to inform own arts practice | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWH29 | CUAPPR403 | Store and maintain finished creative work | 10 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
At least three (3) of the five (5) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| D648 | CUV40411 | Certificate IV in Photo Imaging | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGT5 | CUA41120 | Certificate IV in Photography and Digital Imaging | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil
Traineeships and Apprenticeships