CUF50701-6

Diploma of Multimedia Authoring

Program CRICOS Number:056311M

Take your place in the new communication millennium by gaining skills in internet and interactive multimedia technologies. The award winning Queensland training institute, Southbank Institute of Technology, delivers the industry focused Diploma of Multimedia. This program will provide you with internet and multimedia development skills to help you build a successful career in this exciting industry.

Multimedia remains one of the new growth industries. A recent study by the Information Technology and Telecommunications Skills Taskforce, a joint Federal Government and industry initiative, revealed that industry growth rates are expected nationally over the next five years, in the boom areas of internet and multimedia development. The Queensland Department of Communication and Information also recognises that multimedia is an area with massive market opportunities, and has put its weight behind this statement with major funding investments into training in multimedia.




Entry Requirements

English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 (with no individual band less than 5.0) or TOEFL 530 or ISLPR 2+   
and
School leavers must have completed Year 12 or equivalent  
or
Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies  
and
Competence in Windows applications (eg word processing packages) and creative talent are also desirable

Career Opportunities

Perform technical, design or managerial roles, specialising in instructional design, project management, production, or web site design, including:
- Designing multimedia products
- Producing animation
- Producing graphics
- Designing navigation
- Designing web sites/pages
- Editing multimedia
- Writing for multimedia
- Designing interfaces
- Manage projects (small project)

Program Duration

Full Time        38 weeks
Approximately 10 months

Program Articulation

Successful completion of this program may assist students to gain entry into university and/or may contribute towards study credits.

Program Award

Diploma

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.

For additional information relating to RPL for this program, please contact:

The RPL Co-ordinator
07 3244 5386
rplcoordinator.sbit@deta.qld.gov.au

Venue

  • Southbank Campus

How to Apply

Contact Southbank International Services:
Email: sbit.international@deta.qld.gov.au
Mail: Locked Mail Bag 111
South Brisbane QLD 4101
Australia
Telephone: +(617) 3244 5100
Facsimile: +(617) 3244 5588

Applications Close

There are two intakes each year, February and July. Applications can be made any time prior to the commencement of the program.

Cost


 $15,000.00

For Additional Information

Location:International
Telephone:(617) 3244 5100
Facsimile:(617) 3244 5588
Address 
In Person: International Services
66 Ernest St
C Block, Ground Level
South Brisbane
Mail: Southbank International Services
Locked Mail Bag 111
SOUTH BRISBANE QLD 4101
AUSTRALIA
Email: sbit.international@deta.qld.gov.au
Find us at:www.sbi.net.au

Outline

Course Code Course Name
CUSGEN03A Collaborate with Colleagues in Planning & Producing a Product
CUFGEN01A Develop & Apply Industry Knowledge
CUFMEM03A Integrate & Use a Scripting Language in Authoring a Multimedia Product
CUFMEM05A Manage Multimedia Assets
CUFADM02A Address Copyright
CUFMEM07A Apply Principles of Visual Design & Communication to the Development of a Multimedia Product
CUFIMA03A Create 2D Digital Animation
CUFMEM13A Incorporate, Design & Edit Digital Video
ICAITB075A Use a Library or Pre-existing Component
ICPMM15DA Develop a Multimedia Script
CUFWRT07A Write an Interactive Sequence for Multimedia
Course Code Course Name
CUEFIN1A Develop a Budget
CUEOHS1A Implement Workplace Health, Safety & Security Procedures
CUFMEM04A Test a Multimedia Product
ICPMM61DA Prepare Multimedia for Different Platforms
CUFMEM02A Author a Multimedia Product
CUFMEM10A Design & Create a Multimedia Interface
CUFMEM11A Design the Navigation for a Multimedia Product
CUFEDT01A Make Creative & Technical Editing Decisions
CUSMAR01A Promote Products and Services

International Student Information

Southbank Institute of Technology is situated in the city of Brisbane and is Queensland’s largest Government Vocational Education provider, with over 30,000 student enrolments per year. Southbank Institute of Technology is an ideal place to study. The Institute’s three campuses are located at Southbank, Kangaroo Point and Morningside, close to Brisbane’s Central Business District (CBD) and vibrant inner city areas.
Students at Southbank Institute of Technology have access to the Institute’s wide range of facilities and services. These include the Auditorium, Beauty and Natural Therapies Clinic, Bookshop, Cafe, Child-Care Centre, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium, Intercampus Bus and a Restaurant staffed by students from the Institute.

Teaching methods combine face-to-face delivery, self-study and project work. Students may be required to complete work experience and/or field trips to be eligible for the program award. Southbank Institute of Technology assists students in finding appropriate organisations in which to complete this component. The majority of classes are conducted in modern, air conditioned venues. Students have access to computers in our extensive library and e-Learn centres located on each campus.

Students will be required to sit for both open and closed book examinations and in some cases may be required to perform skills tests and/or oral presentations. Individual or group project work may also be used to determine competency.

The International Business Team consists of administrative and support staff, dedicated to assisting students throughout the various stages of study. This assistance ranges from Program Information to Admission Procedures, Entry Requirements, Visa Regulations and requirements for extending studies to Diploma or Degree level. The International Student Support Officer provides assistance with accommodation, Overseas Student Health Cover, public transport information and can refer students to other support services within and outside the Institute.
This brochure was last updated Tuesday, 6 May 2008
All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements
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