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Certificate IV in Multimedia (Games Development)

National Code: CUF40801
Centre: Media, Design and Arts
Location: Nelson Campus, Whitehorse Campus
Enquiries: +61 3 9286 9425
Email: international@bhtafe.edu.au
Study Area: Multimedia


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What does this course involve?

This course will offer you a comprehensive introduction into professional electronic games development.

This program is most suited to preparation for further study in games development, particularly in the areas of programming, 3D modeling and 3D animation.

The course covers the two key areas of games development, allowing students to gain a clear understanding of the workings of each, and how they come together to create the final game. From this, students are able to clearly define which path their game design career will follow – programming or modeling/animation.

Entrance requirements

Australian Year 12 or equivalent with a pass. Relevant senior employment experience in industry will be considered.

English Language Proficiency

A minimum IELTS overall score of 5.5 (Academic).
A minimum TOEFL score of 530 for paper examination; 179 for computer based and 71 for Internet based.

Special admission requirements

None.

Cost

This course is part fee and part government subsidised.
For a local student with no fee reduction the total cost is Aus $5939

What employment opportunities will I have?

Although you gain skills necessary for a career in game design (particularly as a games programmer, 3D modeller or animator), the purpose of this course is to prepare you for further study.


As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

What further study options will I have?

You may wish to progress into the Diploma of Multimedia (Games Development) or other game-design related courses.

Accreditation

Nationally Recognised

Where will I study?

Whitehorse Campus, Nelson Campus
All fees shown are in Australian dollars and do not include living or accommodation expenses. All fees quoted are the 2009 calendar year indicative fees and are correct at the time of print. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.

Units of Competency

3D Modelling and Design

CUFIMA05A Create 3D digital models and images 75 hr

3D Animation

CUFIMA04A Create 3D digital animation 75 hr

Game Scripting

CUFMEM02A Author a multimedia product 50 hr
CUFMEM03A Integrate and use a scripting language in authoring a multimedia product 60 hr
CUFWRT07A Write an interactive sequence for multimedia 50 hr

Programming

ICAITB070B Create code for applications 200 hr

Design for 3D 1

CUFMEM05A Manage multimedia assets 40 hr

Design for 3D 2

CUFANM05A Produce key drawings for animation 30 hr
CUFIMA01A Produce and manipulate digital images 20 hr

Game Theory

CUFGEN01A Develop and apply industry knowledge 15 hr
CUFSAF01A Follow health, safety and security procedures 15 hr

Game Planning 1

CUSGEN05A Make presentations 35 hr

Game Planning 2

CUSADM03A Manage a project 50 hr
CUSGEN03A Collaborate with colleagues in planning and producing a project 35 hr
CUFADM02A Address copyright 20 hr



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