Certificate III in Design Fundamentals

Where this course may lead

This is a creative and exciting course if you want a career in design. It gives you the foundation on which to build further study in your chosen area of design, such as interior decoration and design, visual merchandising, building design, or graphic design.

What you learn

You develop fundamental skills in design and learn about the design industry and career options. You develop a grounding in design history, colour theory, and applications. You produce computer and hand drawings, learn how to apply design principles to two-dimensional and three-dimensional projects, learn how to work to given briefs, and learn about safe work practices.

Delivery method and course duration

Course duration 1-2 years.

Course mode Full-time, or part-time.

Entry requirements

• A background in art or design is an advantage but is not essential.
• You need sound language and literacy skills.
• Students will be selected through an interview process.

Assessment

The level of competency you develop from your training will be assessed using the following methods:

• You will be assessed on completion of allocated assignments and presentation of projects.

Your teachers will provide you with more information on specific requirements at the start of each unit and they will assist with any support you may need.

Outcomes and accreditations

If you successfully complete this course, you will receive an AQF qualification.

The units you study for this qualification may vary according to industry and workplace requirements. Please contact the department for a full list of units available to you.

This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. For further clarification contact the department.

Where applicants can show evidence of prior qualification or experience in a related field, there may be an opportunity to apply for recognition to be given for previous study, knowledge, and/or skills resulting from work or life experience relevant to this qualification. Please contact the department for further information about Skills Recognition.

Fees and charges

Information about course fees is available from our website at www.wodongatafe.edu.au/feesandcharges, or refer to our Fees, Charges and Refunds brochure.

How to apply

Please apply direct to the department.

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