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Course: Certificate IV in Design (PC) CUV40303 (specialising in Graphic Design)

Graphic design ticks a lot of boxes for those wanting a career with the potential to deliver both creative and financial rewards.

If you are considering entering this industry, it pays to have skills that are in demand. One of the most convenient ways to acquire the right skills is via a distance learning course like this. You control when you start, when you study and how fast you progress. You can even 'earn while you learn'.

This online course will train you in fundamental design principles, as well as digital illustration and imaging. High quality content and learning materials â€“ including complimentary software â€“ are a feature of the course, as is the guidance of a supportive trainer. Upon graduation, you will receive a nationally recognised certificate and a defined pathway to further education, and be ready to seek entry-level work in graphic design.

Potential careers:

Junior graphic designer
Junior desktop publisher
Junior graphic artist

Included materials

Adobe Creative Suite 5.5 Design Premium (Student and Teacher Edition), which includes Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Flash software and more.

Valued at $335!

Course Number	E0100
Course Fees From	$101.04 per week View our payment options

Delivery mode:	Online
Course duration:	Max 24 months
Assessments:	Discussion, blog, questions, quiz and major project
Qualification:	Certificate IV
Nationally Recognised	Yes
Government Funding	Yes

Career One jobs for:
New Media	8
Graphic Design	25

ID	Subject expand all

BSBDES301A	Explore the use of colour Source information on colour and colour theory Experiment with colour Communicate concepts and ideas through use of colour
BSBDES302A	Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms Source information on 2-dimensional design Explore the creative design process for 2-dimensional forms Communicate concepts or ideas through application of design processes to 2-dimensional forms
BSBDES303A	Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms Source information on 3-dimensional design Explore the creative design process for 3-dimensional forms Communicate concepts or ideas through application of design processes to 3-dimensional forms
BSBDES304A	Source and apply design industry knowledge Source and apply information on the structure and operation of the design industry Source and apply knowledge on employment obligations and opportunities that impact on designers Seek information on new design technology Update industry knowledge Apply information on ethical and legal work practices
BSBDES305A	Source and apply information on the history and theory of design Collect information on history and theory of design Apply information to own area of work Update and maintain knowledge of design trends
BSBDES402A	Interpret and respond to a design brief Interpret design brief Liaise with client Plan production of work Complete production of work
BSBOHS201A	Participate in OHS processes Work safely Implement workplace safety requirements Participate in OHS consultative processes Follow safety procedures
CUVCOR04B	Originate concept for own work and conduct critical discourse Research concept ideas Generate concept Conduct critical discourse Adjust and refine concept
CUVCOR09B	Select and apply drawing techniques and media to represent and communicate the concept Research suitable drawing techniques for representing the concept Determine purpose for drawings Explore drawing techniques and produce drawings
CUVDES04B	Integrate colour theory and design processes in response to a brief Examine information on colour theory and design processes Apply and combine colour theory and design processes to produce samples
CUVCRS05B	Use typography techniques for design work Interpret the brief for typographic work Organise resources for typographic work Test and explore a range of techniques for typography Produce typography Ensure quality of typographic product
CUVDSP07B	Research and apply techniques for graphic design Interpret the graphic design brief Organise resources for graphic design Test design approaches for graphic design Produce the graphic design
CUVDSP11B	Research and apply techniques for illustrative work Interpret the brief for the illustrative work Organise resources for illustrative work Test design approaches for illustrative work Produce the illustrative work
CUVCRS03B	Produce computer-aided drawings Determine drawing requirements Select and set up CADD package Gather object parameters and/or measurements Prepare plots or drawings Check drawings and save files
CUVCOR08B	Produce drawings to represent and communicate the concept Prepare to use a range of drawing techniques Produce drawings
CUVVSP11B	Apply techniques to produce digital images Prepare and maintain physical resources for the production of digital images Use and test digital imaging techniques Produce digital images
CUFDIG303A	Produce and prepare photo images Use scanner to capture photo images Use digital camera to create photo images Edit photo images Prepare photo image assets
CUVVSP12B	Produce digital images Prepare and maintain resources for digital imaging work Explore digital techniques to plan work Realise digital images

Entry requirements

Minimum education

Year 10 or equivalent OR
relevant qualification OR
relevant vocational experience.

Minimum age

Minimum age of 16 years. If you are under 18 your application must be signed by a parent or guardian.

Computer requirements

Students will need access to a computer and the internet. Minimum specifications for the computer are:

Microsoft Office 2003 or equivalent,
Microsoft Windows 98 and
CD-ROM drive.

Students will also need access to a printer and the following applications:

Adobe Acrobat Reader and
Macromedia Flash player.

English language requirements

If English is your second language and you did not complete the last two years of secondary education in English, you are required to provide evidence of English language competency before enrolling into the course. Examples of appropriate evidence are listed below:

Evidence	Example
IELTS	Overall score of 5.5
TOEFL	530 (paper), 197 (computer) or 71 (internet)
12 months in English-speaking employment	Testimonial, statutory declaration

Open Colleges will endeavour to provide additional assistance to students who experience difficulties with language, literacy and numeracy.

Additional requirements

Students will need to own or have access to a digital camera.

Students who successfully complete the Certificate IV in Design CUV40303 (specialising in Graphic Design) may go on to further studies in this discipline.

Tracey Warren

Tracey has been a trainer with Open Colleges for the past four years, and is the author of our Certificate in Illustration & Drawing Made Easy.

Always enthusiastic about her craft as an artist, Tracey passes on this passion in her feedback to students, encouraging their creativity to bring out the 'inner artist' in everyone.

In 2008, Tracey's commitment to her work was rewarded when she was named Open Colleges' Most Outstanding Tutor.

Masoud Tymouri

Masoud Tymouri, our business, human resources, management and occupational health and safety trainer, is highly experienced in training and assessing both local and international students.

The expertise that Masoud has developed during 18-plus years of practical experience is supported by a lengthy list of qualifications. He has successfully completed a Master's of Leadership & Management in Education, Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Studies, Bachelor's of Business, Advanced Diploma of Management, Advanced Diploma of Management (Human Resources), Diploma of Occupational Health & Safety and Certificate IV in Workplace Training & Assessment.

Masoud brings all his knowledge and experience to his training role at Open Colleges, and provides every support to his students throughout their learning experience.

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Available payment options

Pay Just $101.04 per week with a $100.00 deposit

Pay in full $3,960.00 and save $990.00

Fortnightly and monthly payment plans are also available through EduPay. Click Enrol Now and choose a payment plan or call a Course and Careers advisor on 1300 853 033 for more details. (Prices shown are for the online study option only. A surcharge is applicable for the print study option).

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Government funding

In some instances, students may be eligible for Austudy, Centrelink or other government-funded programs to help with study. Please check with Centrelink regarding eligibility, or contact a course and careers advisor on 1300 853 033.

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Course: Certificate IV in Design (PC) CUV40303 (specialising in Graphic Design)

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Entry requirements

Minimum education

Minimum age

Computer requirements

English language requirements

Evidence

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Additional requirements

Tracey Warren

Masoud Tymouri

Available payment options

Government funding

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