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National code: CUA30720

Certificate III in Design Fundamentals at Kingswood

Class details

Schedule Pace and number of hours.

Full Time

Delivery Method of course delivery.

On campus

Duration

Course duration Total time required to complete a course.

3 months

Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

Next intake

End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

Time Commitment

Class time Dedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.

18 hours

Additional study time The minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.

4 hours

Fee details

Full fee This is the non-subsidised fee for the course. Payment plans may be available.

$6,880

This course may be fee free, or available at a reduced cost.

Proposed timetable What time classes run

This course is currently scheduled on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 9.00am to 4.00pm. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.

Additional information Other things to know

Assessments

Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.

  • Knowledge assessments: research tasks, assignments

  • Skills assessments: projects, case studies

  • Practical skills assessments: industry-relevant design practice activities

  • Portfolio of work

Work placement

Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.

  • There is no work placement for this qualification.

Materials needed

To complete this course, the following materials are required:

  • You are expected to purchase your art materials for this course. Depending on your existing supplies, you may expect to spend between $150 -$400 during the course.

Additional entry requirements

To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.

  • There are no additional requirements for this qualification.

Units Units taught in this course

Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Design Fundamentals qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 12 units of competency, including 7 core and 5 speciality units.

Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

  • Produce drawings to communicate ideas CUAACD311

  • Follow a design process CUADES201

  • Explore the use of colour CUADES301

  • Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms CUADES302

Course delivery Studying on Campus

Study in purpose built facilities that supports and accelerates your learning - from art studios and mechanical workshops to laboratories and bakeries. Structure your weekly schedule, immerse yourself in your craft, build friendships and networks, and enjoy an impactful learning experience.

Kingswood

TAFE NSW Nepean - Kingswood is located in Sydney’s western suburbs. Combining traditional resources with some of the best emerging technologies TAFE NSW has to offer, students have access to a rich educational environment that supports social outcomes, learning, teaching and research.

Campus address

12-44 OConnell St Kingswood 2747

Parking on campus grounds is available.

Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info

Kingswood Station is 2500 metres from campus.

Facilities

TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.

  • Arts and design centre of excellence featuring:

  • Computer design labs

  • Photographic studio and darkroom

  • Printing facilities

  • Purpose built art studios and exhibition area

  • Video production studio

  • Health and support services training facility featuring:

  • Dental training clinic

  • Simulated hearing testing clinic

  • Simulated optical testing, dispensary and workshop facilities

  • Sterilisation services training facilities

  • Three simulated hospital nursing labs

  • Purpose built visual merchandising workshop

  • Auditorium and conference room

  • Gymnasium

Student support

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  • Mon 8.30 AM - 5 PM
  • Tue 8.30 AM - 5 PM
  • Wed 8.30 AM - 5 PM
  • Thu 8.30 AM - 5 PM
  • Fri 8.30 AM - 5 PM
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed