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VTP418 Produce Screen Media

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Key details

Duration

year/s

The length of time to complete this program is 1 Semester. The length of time to complete this qualification will vary depending upon how long a student takes to reach the required competency level.

Intake

Locations

Casuarina
Not available to international students.

Course code

VTP418

Overview



This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to prepare, set up and shoot different screen content using professional camera equipment in a single camera environment.

The course applies to those who usually work without supervision, either as employees of a production house or as freelancers on assignment. Individuals often need to collaborate with producers, directors, and production professionals to achieve the camera, sound, and lighting outcomes of the shoot.

Career opportunities

Completion of this program will equip students with advanced skills that may assist career development in producing screen content for areas such as: 
>Content designers 
>Screen producers 
>Filmmakers 
>Social media producers

Credit transfers and advanced standing

Skill recognition

Skills recognition is not applicable to this course. CDU's short courses are highly targeted courses designed to help you improve a specific skill. They will help you improve your career prospects, maintain currency in your field, or allow you to try out something completely new.

Pathways

VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.

Further training pathways from this program include, but are not limited to, CUA40420 Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services, CUA41320 Certificate IV in Visual Arts, or qualifications in Screen and Media.

Fees

2024 Fees

  Fee Type  2024 Course Fees
  Fee Free TAFE*  Free
  Full Fee  $1,875.00

*This course is part of the Fee Free TAFE initiative. Fee Free TAFE and vocational education and training is a joint initiative of the Northern Territory Government and Australian Governments providing tuition-free training places to students wanting to train, retain or upskill.

Fee free places are available for eligible domestic students who are NT residents, limited places are available, so secure your place now.

Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type.

For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments.

International VET Package

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Why study at CDU?

Whether you learn on campus or online, you will be studying with a proud multi-sector university that’s a leader in research and flexible study delivery. CDU is innovative, industry-relevant and student-centred. Our students are at the heart of all that we do.

  • Benefit from smaller class sizes for more personalised attention
  • Online learners receive the same support as their on-campus peers
  • Enjoy inclusive, welcoming learning environments
  • Utilise our deep connections with industry, businesses and communities in the Northern Territory, across Australia, and beyond
Social Work CDU Event

Why study at CDU?

Whether you learn on campus or online, you will be studying with a proud multi-sector university that’s a leader in research and flexible study delivery. CDU is innovative, industry-relevant and student-centred. Our students are at the heart of all that we do.

  • Benefit from smaller class sizes for more personalised attention
  • Online learners receive the same support as their on-campus peers
  • Enjoy inclusive, welcoming learning environments
  • Utilise our deep connections with industry, businesses and communities in the Northern Territory, across Australia, and beyond

What will I study?

To achieve the vocational training program VTP418 Produce Screen Media a total of two (2) units of competency must be completed as listed below.Students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment upon successful completion.

Course structure

To achieve the vocational training program VTP418 Produce Screen Media a total of two (2) units of competency must be completed as listed below.

Students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment upon successful completion.


The total Nominal Hours for this training program is 150.
 

CodeModule/Unit of CompetencyHours
UNITS OF COMPETENCY
CUACAM411Shoot different screen content90
CUASOU415Record sound60
 Total nominal hours for the training program150

 

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

There are no entry requirements for this course however students will be required to:

  • Have access to a basic production kit, including a sound recording device, vision recording device and a lighting device.
  • Undertake an LLN assessment to determine individuals support requirements, if applicable.

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

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Course details

Accreditation

This is a non-award course and a Statement of Attainment will be issued for nationally recognised units of competency successfully completed.

Location and study mode

Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources.



Locations: Casuarina



Study Mode: On campus, Online



Subject to demand other locations and modes may become available throughout the year.

Additional information

Sector
TAFE
Industry groups
ARTS,ENTERTAINMENT,SPORTS AND RECREATION
Occupation types
Light Technician
Area of study
Creative Arts and Design, Communications and Design, Creative and Performing Arts, Arts

Contact details

Academy of the Arts
Location: Casuarina & Alice Springs Campuses
Phone: 08 8946 7517 (CAS) 08 8959 5461 (ASP)
Email: vet.cifea@cdu.edu.au

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You make CDU

Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.

You make CDU

Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.

How to apply

How to apply direct to CDU

Applications to CDU must be submitted online.

 

You will need a valid email address to create your online account.

 

Once you have started the application you will have the option of saving your application and resuming it at a later date.

 

There is no application fee when you apply online.

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