Certificate IV in 3D Animation & Digital Effects

Course information

How to enrol

Call 1300 360 601 and quote course number 19202 or

Email sydney.info@tafensw.edu.au

Cost

$11200.00 Short programs attract fees, which can be tax deductible for individuals in some cases. Please consult your accountant for specific advice.

Entry Requirements

Students must have a NSW High School Certificate (HSC) or equivalent qualification and have basic computer skills. International students are required to have English proficiency to a level of TOEFL (550), IELTS (5.5) or CULT (60) or equivalent.

Note: Entry requirements are the minimum qualifications, attributes, skills and /or experience that students must have to enter a program. Selection criteria will be applied if demand exceeds the supply of places.

SELECTION CRITERIA: Successful application into this program will be based on the information provided on the application form, provision of a career vision statement, evidence of previous relevant experience, and submission of a portfolio of work in a relevant or related area.

Applications will be assessed using the following selection criteria:
1. A clear Vision Statement of career goals, demonstrating your commitment to this vocational area
2. Evidence of previous education, training and/or experience in a complimentary area to include:
• Previous education and training in a relevant area
• Relevant workplace and life experience, including parttime, casual or voluntary work or life experience in a relevant or related area.
3. Submission of a Portfolio containing at least ten examples of work in a relevant or related area.
For example: Drawings, 2D and 3D Animation, Graphic Design, Digital Image Manipulation, Computing, Multimedia, Architecture, Industrial Design, Design Fundamentals, Film and Video Production, Photography, Theatre or Film set design, Lighting and Camera work for film and video, Sculpture, Model Making, Design and Art.

Training Program Information

This program is designed for people who want to work in the digital design, 3D animation and effects sector of the film and television industry. It provides students with structured training for this industry sector at Australian Quality Framework (AQF) level 4.

While in this program students will learn how to visualise, plan and story board 3D animation project concepts; develop artwork to enable efficient concept visualisation, and participate the production of short 3D animation using current industry standard practices.

Students will lean how to produce 3D models, and output broadcast design graphics and character animations using animation and lighting techniques to current industry standards. Students will plan, develop and produce 3D animated projects and interactive digital media productions. Students will also learn to produce and direct industry standard digital video and audio components for inclusion in digital media applications.

This program is also designed to introduce students to the communication skills needed in the industry such as customer liaison skills, effective workplace communication and how to relate to clients. In addition, students will learn about the occupational health and safety issues relevant to the animation and digital effects industry.

On successful completion of this program students will have produced an animated project and samples of work which will be essential in securing employment in the industry

Possible Career Opportunities

Assistant 3D designer, Assistant 3D Concept Artist, Assistant Digital Matte Painter, 3D Animator, 3D Modeller, 3D Games Artist.

Articulation

On successful completion of this program students are eligible to apply to enrol in the 19200 DIPLOMA OF 3D ANIMATION AND DIGITAL EFFECTS of which this program is a prerequisite.