CUF50207 Diploma of Interactive Digital Media

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CUF50207 Diploma of Interactive Digital Media

Modification History

Not applicable.

Description

Descriptor

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical or managerial competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate the work of self and/or team in the film, television, radio and digital media industries.

Job roles

Animation/visual effects designer

Information architect

Instructional designer

Interactive media developer

Interface designer.

Pathways Information

Qualification pathways

Pathways into the qualification

Candidates may enter the qualification with limited or no vocational experience and without a relevant lower-level qualification.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification considerations

There are no licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification issues that affect this qualification. However, where required, a unit of competency will specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements that impact on the unit.

Pre-requisite Units

Code and title	Pre-requisite units required
CUFANM401A Prepare 3D digital models for production	CUFANM310A Create 3D digital models
CUFANM501A Create 3D digital character animation	CUFANM302A Create 3D digital animations

Entry Requirements

Not applicable.

Employability Skills Summary

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by instructional designers based on the units listed above. Using this employability skills summary as an example, trainers and assessors can work out how employability skills would apply to other job roles relevant to the qualification to include important industry application of employability skills in learning and assessment strategies.
Employability Skill	Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication	writing presentation information in a range of styles for different target audiences communicating central ideas of a message in an informative and engaging manner using verbal and non-verbal techniques during a presentation to sustain participant engagement establishing rapport with clients developing and participating in industry or community networks interpreting and clarifying written proposals and/or creative briefs completing workplace documentation interpreting and applying information in user manuals for software applications
Teamwork	collaborating with colleagues to develop products or services seeking feedback from team members and clients on work in progress
Problem-solving	finding solutions to interactivity challenges finding solutions to content classification problems finding ways to minimise the effect of technical constraints troubleshooting and solving problems as they arise during the development of products
Initiative and enterprise	contributing creative ideas to projects analysing, processing and classifying content ensuring there is an intuitive and logical flow to the navigation of interactive media products generating a range of ideas for interactive digital media products that meet the needs of target users/audiences thinking laterally when developing ideas maintaining design integrity visualising and interpreting creative concepts
Planning and organising	preparing presentations managing projects undertaking background research analysing and breaking down content, stories and/or scripts into discrete elements to create storyboards managing budgets planning the process for and managing the testing of interactive media products
Self-management	working to deadlines providing appropriate and timely documentation managing and marketing oneself as a freelancer ensuring that workplace complies with OHS requirements managing own finances
Learning	improving own skills through experimentation and practice improving performance/product through self-reflection and revision to incorporate feedback from colleagues or clients keeping up to date with industry developments and trends seeking expert advice as required
Technology	creating complex designs using storyboards, maps and other diagrams to specify the architecture and navigation of interactive media products writing and applying scripting language in authoring a range of interactive media interactions and behaviours using a range of software applications

Packaging Rules

Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 16 5 core units 6 Group A units 5 elective units 3 elective units must be selected from the Group A and/or Group B units listed below. The remaining 2 elective units may be selected from the Group A and/or Group B units listed any endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level. No more than 4 elective units previously achieved can be counted towards the qualification. Electives must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level. Core units Communication BSBCMM401A Make a presentation Creative thinking BSBCRT402A Collaborate in a creative process Industry context BSBREL401A Establish networks Management BSBPMG510A Manage projects OHS BSBOHS509A Ensure a safe workplace Group A units (specialist) Animation and digital effects CUFANM501A Create 3D digital character animation CUFANM502A Create 3D digital environments CUFANM503A Design animation and digital visual effects Digital content and imaging CUFCMP501A Manage and exploit copyright arrangements CUFDIG501A Coordinate the testing of interactive media products CUFDIG502A Design web environments CUFDIG503A Design e-learning resources CUFDIG504A Design games CUFDIG505A Design information architecture CUFDIG506A Design interaction CUFDIG507A Design digital simulations Design BSBDES402A Interpret and respond to a design brief BSBDES403A Develop and extend design skills and practice TAADES503B Research and design e-learning resources TAADES504B Develop and evaluate e-learning resources Group B units Animation and digital effects CUFANM401A Prepare 3D digital models for production CUFANM402A Create digital visual effects CUFANM403A Create titles for screen productions Audio/sound CUSSOU501A Develop sound designs CUSSOU502A Produce sound recordings CUSSOU503A Implement sound designs Creative thinking BSBCRT401A Articulate, present and debate ideas BSBCRT403A Explore the history and social impact of creativity BSBCRT501A Originate and develop concepts Design BSBDES501A Implement design solutions Digital content and imaging CUFDIG402A Design user interfaces CUFDIG403A Create user interfaces CUFDIG404A Apply scripting language in authoring Financial management BSBFIM501A Manage budgets and financial plans BSBPUB503A Manage fundraising and sponsorship activities Human resource management BSBHRM402A Recruit, select and induct staff BSBWOR502A Ensure team effectiveness TAATAS503B Manage contracted work ICT analysis and design ICAA5138B Determine acceptable developers for projects ICT building and implementation ICAI5212B Implement quality assurance processes for websites ICT documentation ICAD4217B Create technical documentation ICAD5092B Update and document operational procedures ICT support ICAS5103B Establish and maintain client user liaison during support activity ICAS5199B Manage business websites and servers ICAS5202B Ensure privacy for users ICAS5203B Evaluate and select a web hosting service Industry context BSBCON401A Work effectively in a business continuity context CUFIND401A Provide services on a freelance basis CUFIND402A Develop screen and media specialist expertise Innovation BSBINN501A Establish systems that support innovation BSBINN502A Build and sustain an innovative work environment International trade BSBINT401B Research international business opportunities BSBMKG415A Research international markets BSBMKG513 A Promote products and services to international markets BSBMKG516A Profile international markets BSBREL502A Build international business networks Management BSBMGT515A Manage operational plan BSBRSK501A Manage risk TAATAS502B Prepare a tender bid Marketing BSBMKG501B Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities BSBMKG502B Establish and adjust the marketing mix BSBMKG503A Develop a marketing communications plan BSBMKG506B Plan market research BSBMKG514A Implement and monitor marketing activities Post-production CUFPOS401A Edit screen content for fast turnaround CUFPOS402A Manage media assets Production planning and management CUFPPM404A Create storyboards Research CUFRES401A Conduct research Sustainability BSBSUS301A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices Writing BSBWRT401A Write complex documents BSBWRT501A Write persuasive copy CUFWRT401A Edit texts CUFWRT402A Write extended stories Selecting electives for different outcomes The context for this qualification varies, and this must guide the selection of elective units. Examples of appropriate elective units for particular outcomes at this level follow. Information architect Core units plus: CUFDIG505A Design information architecture CUFDIG507A Design interaction CUFDIG502A Design web environments CUFDIG508A Design digital simulations CUFPPM404A Create storyboards CUFDIG404A Apply scripting language in authoring CUFDIG501A Coordinate the testing of interactive media products BSBDES402A Interpret and respond to a design brief ICAI5212B Implement quality assurance processes for websites ICAD4217B Create technical documentation CUFIND401A Provide services on a freelance basis Instructional designer Core unit plus: CUFDIG505A Design information architecture CUFDIG507A Design interaction CUFDIG502A Design web environments CUFPPM404A Create storyboards CUFDIG503A Design e-learning resources TAADES504B Develop and evaluate e-learning resources BSBDES402A Interpret and respond to a design brief CUFDIG404A Apply scripting language in authoring CUFDIG501A Coordinate the testing of interactive media products BSBFIM501A Manage budgets and financial plans CUFIND401A Provide services on a freelance basis. Interactive media developer Core unit plus: BSBCRT501A Originate and develop concepts TAATAS502B Prepare a tender bid BSBDES402A Interpret and respond to a design brief CUFDIG502A Design web environments CUFDIG503A Design e-learning resources CUFDIG508A Design digital simulations CUFDIG504A Design games BSBMGT508B Manage risk CUFRES401A Conduct research CUFCMP501A Manage and exploit copyright arrangements BSBFIM501A Manage budgets and financial plans. Interface designer Core units plus: CUFDIG402A Design user interfaces CUFDIG403A Create user interfaces CUFPPM404A Create storyboards CUFPOS402A Manage media assets BSBDES402A Interpret and respond to a design brief CUFDIG502A Design web environments CUFDIG504A Design games CUFDIG505A Design information architecture CUFDIG507A Design interaction CUFIND401A Provide services on a freelance basis CUFRES401A Conduct research.