Qualification Outline

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Diploma of Interior Design

Diploma of Interior Design

Qualification
National Code:
MSF50218
State Code:
BEC5
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0401 - Architecture And Urban Environment
Original TGA Release Date
03/12/2018
Approved Date
22/05/2019
Stream of Study
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
1345
Duration
3 Semesters
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
03/06/2022
VET Act Conditions
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
2.00 03/06/2022 Current Transition (Replaced)
1.00 03/12/2018 Replaced Approved
Description

This qualification reflects the role of interior designers who provide advice mainly for residential building interiors. They may also be involved in the provision of advice about interior decoration. Individuals may be self-employed or employed in businesses such as design studios.
Designers provide a broad range of design advice and services, and are involved in:
researching and analysing the client's goals and requirements
planning, arranging and styling the space, and preparing detailed client presentations
selecting and specifying colour schemes, furniture, fabrics, fixtures and lighting
working in collaboration with builders, architects and service contractors
preparing detailed design documentation.
There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, depending on the jurisdiction, licensing or regulatory requirements may apply to the use of some units in this qualification. Local regulations should be checked for details.
Work may require access to construction sites and require induction training and certification covered by the unit CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry. Local regulations should also be checked for requirements.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twenty seven (27)
- ten (10) core units
- seventeen (17) elective units, consisting of:
- at least eleven (11) units from Groups A and B, with at least five (5) from Group A
- up to six (6) additional units from Group A, Group B, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course - these units must be relevant to the work outcome.

Units selected from other Training Packages and accredited courses must not duplicate units available within this qualification.
1. Core Units

All ten (10) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OAI88 MSFID4016 Design colour schemes for interior and exterior spaces 75 Unit of competency
OAI90 MSFID4013 Design residential interior lighting 35 Unit of competency
OAI77 MSFID5020 Design residential interiors 100 Unit of competency
OAI73 MSFID5025 Develop residential interior design project documentation 55 Unit of competency
AUM32 BSBDES502 Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief 65 Unit of competency
OAI76 MSFID5021 Evaluate site structure and services for interior design briefs 40 Unit of competency
OAI75 MSFID5022 Explore and apply creative design methodology to interior space 45 Unit of competency
AUJ90 BSBDES302 Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms 50 Unit of competency
AUI55 BSBDES303 Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms 50 Unit of competency
OAI91 MSFID4014 Produce digital models and documentation for interior design projects 120 Unit of competency
2. Group A Elective Units

At least five (5) of the seventeen (17) electives required must be selected from the list below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
ODD80 CUAANM313 Create 3D digital models 75 Unit of competency
OAI78 MSFID5019 Decorate interiors for restoration projects 50 Unit of competency
ODE56 CUADIG517 Design digital simulations 50 Unit of competency
OAI74 MSFID5023 Design for all ages and abilities 80 Unit of competency
OAI82 MSFID4021 Design soft furnishing solutions for interior spaces 65 Unit of competency
OAI72 MSFID5024 Design workplace interiors 100 Unit of competency
OAI81 MSFID5016 Develop decoration proposals for complex sites 50 Unit of competency
OAI80 MSFID5017 Develop event decoration proposals 40 Unit of competency
OAF53 MSS015022 Develop strategies for more sustainable use of resources 70 Unit of competency
OCD69 BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts 30 Unit of competency
OAI83 MSFID4022 Prepare quotation and contract documentation for design projects 55 Unit of competency
ODF34 CUAPPR513 Present a body of own creative work 55 Unit of competency
OAI79 MSFID5018 Provide interior styling service 30 Unit of competency
OAI84 MSFID4020 Research and integrate embedded technologies in interior designs 35 Unit of competency
OAI94 MSFGN4001 Research and meet ethical and compliance requirements 40 Unit of competency
OAI70 MSFID5028 Research and recommend artwork 25 Unit of competency
OAI71 MSFID5027 Research and recommend colour applications and finishes 25 Unit of competency
OCE84 BSBPMG430 Undertake project work 55 Unit of competency
3. Group B Elective Units

Up to twelve (12) of the seventeen (17) electives required may be selected from the list below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OCE59 BSBCRT412 Articulate, present and debate ideas 40 Unit of competency
OCG30 BSBCRT413 Collaborate in creative processes 45 Unit of competency
AWJ35 CUADIG304 Create visual design components 40 Unit of competency
OAI92 MSFID4012 Decorate residential interiors 40 Unit of competency
ODE90 CUADES413 Develop and extend design skills and practice 30 Unit of competency
AWI78 CUAILL401 Develop and refine illustrative work 50 Unit of competency
ODH17 CUAPPR514 Establish and maintain environmentally sustainable creative practice 25 Unit of competency
OCE80 BSBESB406 Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures 40 Unit of competency
ODE92 CUADES411 Generate design solutions 60 Unit of competency
AUI61 BSBMGT402 Implement operational plan 50 Unit of competency
OAI89 MSFID4015 Prepare materials and finishes boards for client presentation 20 Unit of competency
ODX74 CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry 6 Unit of competency
AWF52 CUADIG303 Produce and prepare photo images 60 Unit of competency
ODE88 CUADES423 Research and apply techniques in spatial design 80 Unit of competency
AUG87 CPPBDN4001 Research and evaluate construction materials and methods for building design projects 85 Unit of competency
OAI87 MSFID4017 Research and recommend furniture and accessories 15 Unit of competency
OAI86 MSFID4018 Research and recommend hard materials and finishes for interiors 40 Unit of competency
WI293 MSFFDT4012 Research furniture styles and movements 20 Unit of competency
OAI85 MSFID4019 Research interior decoration and design influences 40 Unit of competency
ODE96 CUADES304 Source and apply design industry knowledge 20 Unit of competency
ODE95 CUADES305 Source and apply information on the history and theory of design 65 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
J744 MSF50213 Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BIK4 MSF50222 Diploma of Interior Design Qualification
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Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
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