Entry requirements

There are no training package entry requirements for this qualification.

To successfully complete this course, Open Colleges recommends that students:

• Be over 18 years of age
• Have language, literacy and numeracy skills that ensures the ability to read and comprehend technical terms and communicate effectively through email. These skills are equivalent to those that would be required to successfully complete year 12
• Have access to a modern computer with high-speed internet
• Have basic computing skills including the ability to make a short video

Students who indicate on their enrolment form that they do not meet any of the above recommendations are contacted by the admissions team for further assessment before enrolment is confirmed. Where required, this may include completing a Language Literacy and Numeracy skills assessment.

Audio-Visual Requirements

Learners need access to a digital camera, and related software, for taking photos for design tasks, projects and documenting the design processes.

Simulated Workplace Requirements

It is essential that learners have access to a specific place where they undertake their assessment activities. This work area should be designed as a home office area or design studio. Learners will be asked to submit photographic evidence of their simulated workplace facility prior to assessment in Module 1.

The simulated workplace facility may include tools, equipment and resources, including:

• workstation/layout table and drawing board (MDF board with set squares and T-Square as a minimum)
• ergonomic chair
• bookshelves
• filing system
• desk lamp
• computer (see computer requirements above)
• internet access (see computer requirements above)
• storage for drawing equipment.

• access to an A4 – A3 printer or photocopier
• access to a high-resolution colour printer
• access to a high resolution, large format scanner

Equipment and tools

You will need to purchase specific tools and equipment as part of this course including the following required reading:

• Interior Design Illustrated, Ching, Frank (ISBN 978-1-118-09071-8)
• Interior Design – Visual Presentation, Mitton, Maureen (ISBN 978-0-470-61902-5)

Click here to view the complete list of materials, equipment and tools required for this course.

Language, Literacy and Numeracy

Our free online assessment tool can help give you an idea of the language, literacy and numeracy skills needed to study a VET course. This tool can also help you determine your learning level and help you plan your future studies. You can access the Language, Literacy and Numeracy tool here.