Release 

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Release 1

This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 1.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Research and analyse the characters

1.1 Determine and agree on the style of characters, according to the client requirements

1.2 Determine and agree on, the character type and profile

1.3 Determine and agree on, the character role and name

1.4 Determine and agree on, the character animations required for implementation into game systems

1.5 Compare the animations with the analysis criteria

2. Design the characters

2.1 Develop a concept illustration for the character

2.2 Conduct focus testing of the concept illustration with the client, and with representatives of the target market audience

2.3 Develop character schematics based on feedback, and submit to the client for approval

3. Develop the character models

3.1 Construct a 3-D character model on a turntable, based on the character schematics

3.2 Construct 3-D costumes, tools and accessories for the character model

3.3 Shade, texture and light, the completed character model

3.4 Implement joints, vertex weighting and character rig, to a 3-D character model

3.5 Develop animation blocking and in-betweens, in consultation with animation personnel for their approval

3.6 Compare the 3-D models and animations to the original concept illustration, for verification of quality and conformity to the brief

3.7 Submit to the client for approval

Skill 

Performance Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1, 1.5, 2.3

• Identifies and interprets design briefs, and related technical documentation, containing complex animation-specific terminology and acronyms
• Interprets and comprehends computer-generated text, diagrams, icons, symbols, numbers and letters necessary to use 3-D animation software

Writing

2.2

• Uses plain English and appropriate questioning strategies, avoiding loaded or leading questions, when developing documentation for focus testing

Oral Communication

1.1, 1.2, 2.2, 2.3, 3.6

• Employs effective listening and questioning techniques to obtain information
• Participates in a verbal exchange of ideas and solutions, using plain English and 3-D animation terminology, summarising the main points to ensure understanding

Numeracy

1.4, 2.1, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5

• Uses whole numbers, decimals and percentages relevant to measurement, font size, scale, ratio, coordinates, colour, shading and other attributes/variables, in the development of the animations

Interact with others

1.1-1.3, 2.2

• Cooperates with others as part of familiar routine activities, to confirm agreement

Get the work done

1.1-1.5, 2.1-2.3, 3.1-3.7

• Makes decisions and implements procedures for both routine and non-routine tasks, using formal decision-making processes
• Plans, organises and completes work, according to the defined requirements and schedules
• Uses creativity and initiative in character design
• Uses digital systems and tools proficiently to complete required tasks

Code and title 

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

ICTGAM409 Create 3-D characters for interactive games

ICAGAM409A Create 3-D characters for interactive games

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages.

Edited Performance Criteria for clarity.

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 1.0.