Qualification Outline

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Certificate IV in Visual Arts

Certificate IV in Visual Arts

Qualification
National Code:
CUA41315
State Code:
AZO2
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
630
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 working at a pre-professional level who are beginning to develop their own artistic voice and command of techniques in a range of art forms.

Practice at this level is underpinned by application of broad and integrated technical and theoretical knowledge and the ability to analyse and use information from a range of sources.

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)
- six (6) core units plus
- nine (9) elective units of which:
- four (4) units must be selected from Group A
- three (3) units must be selected from Group A or Group B
- 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 six (6) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AUL95 BSBWHS201 Contribute to health and safety of self and others 15 Unit of competency
AWH27 CUAPPR405 Develop and discuss ideas for own creative work 30 Unit of competency
AWH28 CUAPPR404 Develop self as artist 20 Unit of competency
AWK35 CUAACD301 Produce drawings to communicate ideas 40 Unit of competency
AWH31 CUAPPR401 Realise a creative project 55 Unit of competency
AWG99 CUARES403 Research history and theory to inform own arts practice 60 Unit of competency
2. Group A Elective Units

At least four (4) of the nine (9) units required, 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
W7442 LMTTD4010A Apply manipulation techniques to create experimental textile samples 60 Unit of competency
AWH71 CUAPHI402 Apply photo imaging lighting techniques 100 Unit of competency
AUM24 BSBCRT401 Articulate, present and debate ideas 40 Unit of competency
AWF51 CUADIG401 Author interactive media 50 Unit of competency
AWH73 CUAPHI401 Capture images in response to a brief 60 Unit of competency
AWH76 CUAPHI302 Capture photographic images 50 Unit of competency
AUK85 BSBCRT402 Collaborate in a creative process 40 Unit of competency
AWF65 CUAANM303 Create 3D digital models 75 Unit of competency
AWJ33 CUADIG403 Create user interfaces 50 Unit of competency
AWH06 CUAPUA501 Create works of art for public spaces 60 Unit of competency
AWJ32 CUADIG402 Design user interfaces 50 Unit of competency
AUL43 BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills 40 Unit of competency
AUL36 BSBDES403 Develop and extend design skills and practice 30 Unit of competency
AWH33 CUAPPR302 Document the creative work progress 20 Unit of competency
AWH70 CUAPHI403 Enhance, manipulate and output photo images 80 Unit of competency
AWJ63 CUACER403 Experiment with ceramic surface treatments 45 Unit of competency
AWK30 CUAACD402 Experiment with moulding and casting techniques 45 Unit of competency
AWJ75 CUACAL401 Experiment with techniques to produce calligraphy 60 Unit of competency
AWJ65 CUACER401 Experiment with techniques to produce ceramics 60 Unit of competency
AWJ19 CUADRA401 Experiment with techniques to produce drawings 60 Unit of competency
AWJ04 CUAGLA401 Experiment with techniques to produce glasswork 60 Unit of competency
AWI65 CUAJWL401 Experiment with techniques to produce jewellery 70 Unit of competency
AWH82 CUAPAI401 Experiment with techniques to produce paintings 60 Unit of competency
AWH78 CUAPER401 Experiment with techniques to produce performance art 40 Unit of competency
AWH11 CUAPRI401 Experiment with techniques to produce prints 60 Unit of competency
AWG91 CUASCU401 Experiment with techniques to produce sculpture 60 Unit of competency
AWG58 CUATEX401 Experiment with techniques to produce textile work 70 Unit of competency
AWG53 CUAWOO401 Experiment with techniques to produce wood objects 60 Unit of competency
AWJ64 CUACER402 Experiment with throwing techniques 60 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
AUH56 BSBCRT403 Explore the history and social impact of creativity 50 Unit of competency
AUL40 BSBDES301 Explore the use of colour 40 Unit of competency
WI124 CUAIND401 Extend expertise in specialist creative fields 45 Unit of competency
WI490 MSFGG3008 Form glass 40 Unit of competency
AUJ94 BSBDES401 Generate design solutions 60 Unit of competency
WI446 MSFFM4001 Hand carve wood to custom design 60 Unit of competency
WA922 PMC552024C Hand mould products 30 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
AWK32 CUAACD304 Make scale models 70 Unit of competency
AWF44 CUAFIM401 Obtain revenue to support operations 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
AWH26 CUAPPR406 Plan work space 10 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
AWH75 CUAPHI303 Process photo images to work-print and file stage 60 Unit of competency
AWK34 CUAACD302 Produce computer-aided drawings 60 Unit of competency
AWJ31 CUADIG405 Produce innovative digital images 60 Unit of competency
AWJ30 CUADIG406 Produce innovative video art 60 Unit of competency
W7437 LMTTD4005A Produce screen printed textiles 80 Unit of competency
AWK33 CUAACD303 Produce technical drawings 70 Unit of competency
AWJ44 CUADES401 Research and apply techniques for the design of wearable objects 90 Unit of competency
AWH25 CUAPPR407 Select and prepare creative work for exhibition 10 Unit of competency
AWH30 CUAPPR402 Select sites for creative projects and plan work 20 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
AWH29 CUAPPR403 Store and maintain finished creative work 10 Unit of competency
AWH72 CUAPHI305 Use wet darkroom techniques to produce monochrome photographs 40 Unit of competency
3. Group B Elective Units

Up to five (5) 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
AWF89 BSBMKG417 Apply marketing communication across a convergent industry 65 Unit of competency
AWI71 CUAIND403 Communicate effectively with arts professionals 40 Unit of competency
AUJ89 BSBSMB305 Comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for the micro business 45 Unit of competency
AWH00 CUARES402 Conduct research 30 Unit of competency
AUI88 BSBINN201 Contribute to workplace innovation 20 Unit of competency
AWF86 BSBMKG420 Create digital media user experiences 55 Unit of competency
AUL64 BSBSMB304 Determine resource requirements for the micro business 30 Unit of competency
AUL96 BSBSMB302 Develop a micro business proposal 30 Unit of competency
AWF87 BSBMKG418 Develop and apply knowledge of marketing communication industry 35 Unit of competency
AUJ35 BSBWOR404 Develop work priorities 30 Unit of competency
AWJ04 CUAGLA401 Experiment with techniques to produce glasswork 60 Unit of competency
AWF71 BSBSUS401 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices 40 Unit of competency
OAO71 CUACMP311 Implement copyright arrangements 40 Unit of competency
AUI99 BSBSMB301 Investigate micro business opportunities 30 Unit of competency
AUM06 BSBLDR402 Lead effective workplace relationships 40 Unit of competency
AUJ56 BSBWOR403 Manage stress in the workplace 60 Unit of competency
AWF85 BSBMKG421 Optimise digital media impact 45 Unit of competency
AUG99 BSBSMB303 Organise finances for the micro business 50 Unit of competency
AUJ68 BSBWOR301 Organise personal work priorities and development 30 Unit of competency
AWI73 CUAIND304 Plan a career in the creative arts industry 34 Unit of competency
AUG92 BSBSMB306 Plan a home based business 25 Unit of competency
AUL02 BSBINN301 Promote innovation in a team environment 30 Unit of competency
AWI72 CUAIND402 Provide freelance services 30 Unit of competency
AUJ76 BSBSMB307 Set up information and communications technology for the micro business 20 Unit of competency
AUL07 BSBIPR401 Use and respect copyright 40 Unit of competency
OAO59 CUAIND311 Work effectively in the creative arts industry 50 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D658 CUV40111 Certificate IV in Visual Arts Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BGR8 CUA41320 Certificate IV in Visual Arts Qualification
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Entry Requirements

Nil

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
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