Benowa SHS: 30051
Qualification Description
The Certificate III in Visual Arts - Photography is a great place to begin your training as a visual artist. This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are developing a Creative Arts Field of Education and Study.
Photography explores a range of cameras from traditional SLR through to modern Digital, combined with manual control practices and production methods.
Design explores the basic elements and principles of design through a variety of creative projects.
Creative Practice explores a variety of media and techniques whilst developing skills working in small groups to plan and produce a number of collaborative projects.
Digital Imaging, Video and Publication introduces students to the basic tools and functions of Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro whilst publishing their project digitally.
OHS/Critical Thinking outlines health and safety considerations relevant to the visual arts and introduces students to new ideas and new ways of thinking about art.
Entry Requirements
A laptop to complete all assessments and demonstrate competency.
- Students applying must have studied a Junior/ Senior Arts or Visual Arts Program (2 semesters).
- Demonstrate evidence of language, literacy and numeracy skills at the requisite ACSF level 3.
- Attend and participate in scheduled training and assessment.
- Participate in workplace tasks to employer expectations.
- Be able to work in an industry environment and handle industry standard equipment.
- Comply with the RTO code of conduct requirements, directions on work, and health and safety matters.
Duration and Location
This course is two years long. The course is delivered at Benowa SHS as part of the school timetable delivered in Years 11 and 12.
Fees
The fee for this course is $230.
Course Units
To attain a CUA31125 Certificate III Visual Arts- Photography,12 Units of competency comprising of four core units and eight elective units must be achieved.
BSBWHS211 Contribute to health and safety of self and others
| CUADIG303 - Produce and prepare photo images
| CUACMP311 - Implement copyright arrangements
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CUAACD311 Produce drawing to communicate ideas
| CUADIG304 Create visual design components
| ICTICT214 - Operate application software packages
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CUAPPR311 Produce creative work
| CUADIG316 - Produce video art
| ICTICT215 - Operate a digital media technology package
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CUARES301 Apply knowledge of history and theory to own arts practice
| CUAPHI312 - Capture photographic images
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| CUAPHI305 - Use wet darkroom techniques to produce monochrome photographs
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Refer to training.gov.au for specific information about the qualification.
RTO Obligation
Benowa SHS guarantees that the student will be provided with every opportunity to complete the qualification. We do not guarantee employment upon completion of this qualification.
AQF Documentation
Students who are deemed competent in all 12 units of competency will be awarded a qualification and a record of results. If students obtain the qualification, they will gain 8 points towards their QCE. Students who achieve at least one unit of competency (but not the full qualification) will receive a statement of attainment.
Delivery Modes
A range of delivery modes will be used during the teaching and learning of this qualification. These include:
- Face-to-face instruction
- Guided learning
- Online training
Assessment
Assessment is competency based and completed in a simulated Photography environment. Assessment techniques include: observations, folios of work, written and practical tasks, questioning and projects.
Work Placement
Students do not complete work placement for this unit of competency.
Pathways
The qualification has been developed while consulting with industry to ensure that students are ready for the workplace.
This qualification may articulate into:
- Certificate IV in Visual Arts
- Diploma qualifications
- Degree options
- Entry level work in the Photography Industry