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Course: Certificate IV in Design CUV40303 (specialising in Web Design)

Positive employment conditions for web designers make this the perfect time to set your career in train with a nationally recognised qualification.

Whether you are completely new to web design or you have some limited experience with Dreamweaver and Flash or desktop publishing software, this online course will help you lay the foundations for a rewarding career. Blending fundamental design theory with practical skills, it will provide a pathway to further studies and may help you pursue that sought-after entry-level position.

Complete with the latest content – important in a fast-moving discipline – and the support of an experienced trainer, this distance learning course is also highly flexible. With no set start date or study schedule, you are free to learn at your own pace, while still graduating with a valuable qualification.

Potential jobs:
  • Junior design assistant
Course Number E0099
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 5
Graphic Design 5
User Interface (UI), User Experience (UX) & Web Design 51

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Subject

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BSBDES301A
  • Explore the use of colour
BSBDES302A
  • Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms
BSBDES303A
  • Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms
BSBDES304A
  • Source and apply design industry knowledge
BSBDES305A
  • Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
BSBDES402A
  • Interpret and respond to a design brief
BSBOHS201A
  • Participate in OHS processes
CUVCOR04B
  • Originate concept for own work and conduct critical discourse
CUVCOR09B
  • Select and apply drawing techniques and media to represent and communicate the concept
CUVDES04B
  • Integrate colour theory and design processes in response to a brief
CUVCRS05B
  • Use typography techniques for design work
CUVDSP07B
  • Research and apply techniques for graphic design
ICAB4169A
  • Use development software and IT tools to build a basic website
CUFDIG402A
  • Design user interfaces
CUFDIG403A
  • Create user interfaces
ICAB5165A
  • Create dynamic web pages
CUFDIG401A
  • Author interactive media
CUFDIG302A
  • Author interactive sequences

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 or
  • Mac OS X and
  • CD-ROM drive.

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

  • Adobe Acrobat Reader,
  • Macromedia Flash player,
  • Adobe Dreamweaver CS4 or later and
  • Adobe Flash CS4 or later.

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 Web Design) may go on to further studies in this discipline.

Tracey Warren

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

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

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Pay in full $3,960.00 and save $990.00
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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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