Qualification Outline

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22/07/2026 1:01 AM AWST

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Certificate III in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts

Certificate III in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts

Qualification
National Code:
CUA30515
State Code:
AZN9
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
1003 - Visual Arts And Crafts
Original TGA Release Date
15/01/2016
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
535
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
20/12/2018
VET Act Conditions
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 are developing a range of art and craft skills in an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural arts context and who take responsibility for own outputs in work and learning. Practice at this level is underpinned by the application of introductory art theory and cultural history.

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 = twelve (12)
- six (6) core units plus
- six (6) elective units of which:
- four (4) units must be selected from Group A
- two (2) units may be selected from Group A or B electives or any currently endorsed training package qualification or accredited course at Certificate II, III or IV 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 six (6) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWH02 CUARES301 Apply knowledge of history and theory to own arts practice 60 Unit of competency
AUL95 BSBWHS201 Contribute to health and safety of self and others 15 Unit of competency
AWJ92 CUAATS303 Develop and apply knowledge of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts 50 Unit of competency
AWK36 CUAACD201 Develop drawing skills to communicate ideas 70 Unit of competency
AWJ98 CUAATS101 Develop understanding of own Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander identity 50 Unit of competency
AWH34 CUAPPR301 Produce creative work 40 Unit of competency
2. Group A Elective Units

At least four (4) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
W7439 LMTTD4007A Analyse textile design influences 100 Unit of competency
W7444 LMTTD4012A Analyse use of colour in textiles 30 Unit of competency
AUL47 BSBCRT101 Apply critical thinking techniques 20 Unit of competency
W7213 LMTFD2003B Apply dyeing techniques to produce indigenous textile designs 80 Unit of competency
W7442 LMTTD4010A Apply manipulation techniques to create experimental textile samples 60 Unit of competency
WI491 MSFGG3009 Apply patterns and designs to glass 32 Unit of competency
W7212 LMTFD2002B Apply printing techniques to produce indigenous textile designs 80 Unit of competency
AWJ37 CUADIG302 Author interactive sequences 40 Unit of competency
AWH76 CUAPHI302 Capture photographic images 50 Unit of competency
W7656 PMBPROD356C Construct moulds for composite products 52 Unit of competency
AWK03 CUAANM302 Create 3D digital animations 75 Unit of competency
AWF65 CUAANM303 Create 3D digital models 75 Unit of competency
AWJ35 CUADIG304 Create visual design components 40 Unit of competency
W9049 MSATCM305A Demonstrate basic knowledge of casting operations 30 Unit of competency
W7211 LMTFD2001B Design and produce a simple garment 60 Unit of competency
AUL43 BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills 40 Unit of competency
WI123 CUAIND302 Develop and maintain relationships with Indigenous Australian performance mentors 35 Unit of competency
WI006 CUACHR301 Develop basic dance composition skills 20 Unit of competency
AWJ05 CUAGLA201 Develop glassworking skills 40 Unit of competency
W7658 PMBPROD358C Develop patterns 52 Unit of competency
AWH33 CUAPPR302 Document the creative work progress 20 Unit of competency
AUJ72 BSBDES202 Evaluate the nature of design in a specific industry context 30 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
AUL40 BSBDES301 Explore the use of colour 40 Unit of competency
WA921 PMC552023C Finish products after firing 20 Unit of competency
AUL88 BSBDES201 Follow a design process 40 Unit of competency
WI490 MSFGG3008 Form glass 40 Unit of competency
W7579 PMBPROD247C Hand lay up composites 52 Unit of competency
WA922 PMC552024C Hand mould products 30 Unit of competency
W7151 LMTCL2003B Identify fibres and fabrics 40 Unit of competency
WI033 CUADAN202 Incorporate artistic expression into basic dance performances 20 Unit of competency
WI042 CUADAN302 Increase depth of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander dance technique 20 Unit of competency
WF688 SITTGDE101 Interpret aspects of local Australian Indigenous culture 100 Unit of competency
W5418 MEM09002B Interpret technical drawing 36 Unit of competency
W7642 PMBPROD330A Make moulds for formed products 50 Unit of competency
AWK32 CUAACD304 Make scale models 70 Unit of competency
WA923 PMC552030C Operate a firing kiln 30 Unit of competency
WA910 PMC552002C Operate equipment to blend/mix materials 30 Unit of competency
WA919 PMC552021C Operate manual glazing equipment 30 Unit of competency
W9034 MSAPCII295A Operate manufacturing equipment 40 Unit of competency
WA918 PMC552020C Operate slip casting equipment 30 Unit of competency
WI648 MSFSL3005 Paint and fire glass 70 Unit of competency
AWH32 CUAPPR304 Participate in collaborative creative projects 45 Unit of competency
WA912 PMC552004C Prepare for production 20 Unit of competency
W7552 PMBPREP206C Prepare materials to formulae 26 Unit of competency
WA959 PMC553020C Prepare moulds and dies 40 Unit of competency
W7550 PMBPREP201B Prepare moulds for composites production 20 Unit of competency
W7445 LMTTD4013A Prepare stencils and screens for textile printing 60 Unit of competency
AWH74 CUAPHI304 Process colour materials in a wet darkroom context 60 Unit of competency
WA913 PMC552005C Process greenware/green products 20 Unit of competency
AWF52 CUADIG303 Produce and prepare photo images 60 Unit of competency
AWJ74 CUACAL301 Produce calligraphy 50 Unit of competency
AWJ66 CUACER301 Produce ceramics 50 Unit of competency
AWK34 CUAACD302 Produce computer-aided drawings 60 Unit of competency
AWJ39 CUADIG305 Produce digital images 50 Unit of competency
AWJ20 CUADRA301 Produce drawings 50 Unit of competency
AWK35 CUAACD301 Produce drawings to communicate ideas 40 Unit of competency
AWH81 CUAPAI301 Produce paintings 50 Unit of competency
AWH12 CUAPRI301 Produce prints 50 Unit of competency
W7437 LMTTD4005A Produce screen printed textiles 80 Unit of competency
AWG92 CUASCU301 Produce sculpture 50 Unit of competency
AWK33 CUAACD303 Produce technical drawings 70 Unit of competency
AWG60 CUATEX301 Produce textile work 50 Unit of competency
AWJ38 CUADIG306 Produce video art 50 Unit of competency
AWG54 CUAWOO301 Produce wood objects 50 Unit of competency
WF694 SITTGDE306 Research and share general information on Australian Indigenous cultures 60 Unit of competency
AWH25 CUAPPR407 Select and prepare creative work for exhibition 10 Unit of competency
W7553 PMBPREP301C Set up and prepare for production 13 Unit of competency
AUJ59 BSBDES304 Source and apply design industry knowledge 20 Unit of competency
AUK43 BSBDES305 Source and apply information on the history and theory of design 65 Unit of competency
W7438 LMTTD4006A Source textile materials and resources 20 Unit of competency
WA970 PMC554090B Undertake simple refractory design 40 Unit of competency
AWH72 CUAPHI305 Use wet darkroom techniques to produce monochrome photographs 40 Unit of competency
OAO59 CUAIND311 Work effectively in the creative arts industry 50 Unit of competency
AWF62 CUAATS504 Work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural material 30 Unit of competency
W7214 LMTFD2004B Work within an indigenous cultural framework 40 Unit of competency
3. Group B Elective Units

Two (2) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AUJ60 BSBSMB201 Identify suitability for micro business 20 Unit of competency
OAO71 CUACMP311 Implement copyright arrangements 40 Unit of competency
AUI99 BSBSMB301 Investigate micro business opportunities 30 Unit of competency
AUJ47 BSBADM311 Maintain business resources 20 Unit of competency
AUK66 BSBFIA301 Maintain financial records 60 Unit of competency
AUU33 ICTICT204 Operate a digital media technology package 40 Unit of competency
AUU08 ICTICT203 Operate application software packages 60 Unit of competency
AUJ68 BSBWOR301 Organise personal work priorities and development 30 Unit of competency
AUK77 BSBSUS201 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices 10 Unit of competency
AUL02 BSBINN301 Promote innovation in a team environment 30 Unit of competency
AUU37 ICTICT308 Use advanced features of computer applications 35 Unit of competency
AUK98 BSBWOR204 Use business technology 30 Unit of competency
AUI02 BSBDIV301 Work effectively with diversity 20 Unit of competency
AUH64 BSBWOR203 Work effectively with others 20 Unit of competency
AWG50 CUAWRT301 Write content for a range of media 50 Unit of competency
AUI96 BSBWRT301 Write simple documents 30 Unit of competency
AWG49 CUAWRT302 Write simple stories 30 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D653 CUV30211 Certificate III in Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
CDJ6 CUA30520 Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

Nil

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
No information