Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
Descriptor
This qualification is designed to reflect the role of product designers/developers in the creative arts industries. As such, it reflects the role of individuals who analyse, design and execute judgements using wide-ranging technical, creative, conceptual or managerial competencies. Their knowledge base may be specialised or broad. These individuals are sometimes accountable for group outcomes.
This qualification has application across a range of creative arts industry contexts where the designer is required to:
- conceive and develop ideas, designs and styles (and document these for production)
- determine the objectives/constraints of design briefs by consulting with clients
- formulate design concepts (and prepare/commission diagrams, illustrations, layouts, models, plans, prototypes, samples and sketches to communicate these concepts)
- negotiate design solutions with clients
- undertake product research and analyse aesthetic, commercial, cultural, functional and spatial requirements.
Job Roles
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- Graphic Designer (Exhibition, Film and Video Graphics, Publication)
- Illustrator (Animator, Cartoonist, Technical)
- Multimedia Designer (Digital Media, Interactive Media)
- Visual Arts and Crafts Professional (Ephemeral, Multimedia, New Media).
Qualification Pathways
Pathways Information
Pre -requisite Requirements
There are no pre-requisite requirements for this qualification.
Pathways into the qualification
Candidates may enter the qualification through a number of entry points demonstrating potential to undertake vocational education and training at Advanced Diploma level, including:
- successful achievement of a relevant Diploma qualification in creative arts/product design
- successful achievement of a Diploma qualification in a related creative arts industry discipline, including:
CUF50107 Diploma of Screen and media
CUF50207 Diploma of Interactive Digital Media
CUF50407 Diploma of Specialist Make-up Services
CUF50507 Diploma of Costume for Performance
CUF50607 Diploma of Scenery and Set Construction
CUV50407 Diploma of Photoimaging
- extensive vocational experience in creative arts/product design.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Licensing , Legislative , Regulatory or Certification Considerations
There is no direct link between this qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. However, where required, a Unit of Competency will specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements that impact on the unit.
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Summary
Employability Skills Summary
CUV60307 Advanced Diploma of Creative Product Development
The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills required by the creative arts industry for this qualification. The Employability Skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.
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Due to the high proportion of electives required by this qualification, the industry requirements described above for each Employability Skill are representative of the industry in general and may not reflect specific job roles. Learning and assessment strategies for this qualification should be based on the requirements of the units of competency for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
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Total number of units = 16 4 core units plus 6 specialist units , with no more than 3 counting previously towards a related Diploma qualification, plus 6 elective units , with at least 2 selected from the remaining specialist/elective units. The other 4 elective units may be selected from the remaining specialist/elective units or from an Advanced Diploma qualification in any other nationally endorsed Training Package. Electives must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level. |
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BSBOHS509A Ensure a safe workplace CUFCMP501A Manage and exploit copyright arrangements CUVDES601A Design innovative products CUVIND501A Maintain and apply creative arts industry knowledge |
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Creative Process BSBCRT501A Originate and develop concepts BSBCRT601A Research and apply concepts and theories of creativity Design Process BSBDES501A Implement design solutions BSBDES502A Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief BSBDES601A Manage design realisation BSBDES602A Research global design trends BSBDES701A Research and apply design theory Digital Content and Imaging CUFDIG507A Design digital simulations Diversity BSBDIV701A Develop cross-cultural communication and negotiation strategies Drawing CUVCOR09B Select and apply drawing techniques and media to represent and communicate the concept |
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Innovation BSBINN801A Lead innovative thinking and practice Visual Communication CUVPHI501A Research role and use of the photoimage in visual communication CUVPHI505A Produce an innovative presentation of professional work |
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Competitive Manufacturing MCMC614A Develop a communications strategy to support production MCMS600A Develop a competitive manufacturing system MCMT675A Facilitate the development of a new product Financial Management BSBFIM601A Manage finances CUEFIN03B Obtain sponsorship CUVADM10B Research and utilise revenue and funding opportunities Information Management and Research BSBINM601A Manage knowledge and information BSBRES801A Initiate and lead applied research CUVADM13B Research and critique cultural work(s) Management BSBMGT608B Manage innovation and continuous improvement BSBMGT616A Develop and implement strategic plans BSBMGT617A Develop and implement a business plan Marketing BSBMKG603B Manage the marketing process BSBMKG605B Evaluate international marketing opportunities BSBMKG607B Manage market research BSBMKG609A Develop a marketing plan Project Management BSBPMG601A Direct the integration of projects Purchasing and Contracting PSPPROC602B Direct the management of contracts Relationship Management BSBREL701A Develop and cultivate collaborative partnerships and relationships Risk Management BSBRSK501A Manage risk |
Selecting Electives for Different Outcomes
The context for this qualification varies, and this must guide the selection of elective units. The following examples are designed to assist in the selection of appropriate electives for particular outcomes at this level, but they are in no way prescriptive:
Digital Media Designer
Core units plus:
BSBCRT501A Originate and develop concepts
BSBCRT601A Research and apply concepts and theories of creativity
BSBDES601A Manage design realisation
BSBDES602A Research global design trends
BSBDES701A Research and apply design theory
BSBDIV701A Develop cross-cultural communication and negotiation strategies
CUFDIG507A Design digital simulations
CUFANM503A Design animation and digital visual effects
CUFLGT501A Conceive and develop lighting designs
CUVPHI501A Research role and use of the photoimage in visual communication
CUVADM13B Research and critique cultural work(s)
CUVCOR09B Select and apply drawing techniques and media to represent and communicate the concept
Visual Arts and Craft Professional
Core units plus:
BSBCRT501A Originate and develop concepts
BSBCRT601A Research and apply concepts and theories of creativity
BSBDES601A Manage design realisation
BSBDES602A Research global design trends
BSBDES701A Research and apply design theory
BSBDIV701A Develop cross-cultural communication and negotiation strategies
BSBMGT617A Develop and implement a business plan
CUFDIG507A Design digital simulations
CUVADM10B Research and utilise revenue and funding opportunities
CUVADM13B Research and critique cultural work(s)
CUVCOR09B Select and apply drawing techniques and media to represent and communicate the concept
CUVPHI501A Research role and use of the photoimage in visual communication
