CUV40111 CERTIFICATE IV IN VISUAL ARTS
CERTIFICATE IV DRAWING ELECTIVES
CUVDRA201A Develop drawing skills 48hrs
This unit looks at the basics of drawing. The development of line, the understanding of light and tone and the application of perspective will be investigated. Pencil charcoal and ink will be the primary materials explored
CUVDRA301A Produce drawing 48hrs
CUVDRA301A Produce drawing 48hrs
Colour will be introduced and explored. There will be sessions of life drawing with a live model. More advanced techniques will be introduced; Charcoal / Gesso, Pastel / Medium, Collage/ Drawing
CUVDRA401A Experiment with techniques to produce drawings 54hrs
Although not entirely self-directed this unit will allow the individual to research areas of both contemporary and traditional drawing to inform personal practice. Experimental techniques will be introduced and extended upon to enable the student to explore a personal direction in drawing.
CERTIFICATE IV PAINTING ELECTIVES
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| Andrea Huelin – landscape study 2 |
CUVPAI201A Develop painting skills 48hrs
This unit looks at the basics of painting. It will cover information on acrylics, the mediums, blending and glazing techniques and brush techniques relevant to the production of an acrylic painting. The importance of basic design elements (tone, texture, shape and line) will be addressed and their relationship to composition studied. An in-depth study of colour theory using
the colour bias system will commence in this subject and continue throughout the following subjects. To assist in understanding, references will be made throughout the unit to artworks that have particular emphasis to the learning outcome.
CUVPAI301A Produce paintings 48hrs
This unit provides the skills and knowledge required to produce paintings through the exploration and application of mixed media. With reference to the formal elements and principles of designs learnt in the first module, students will explore the capabilities of a range of materials, tools and equipment. This knowledge and exploration will be used to successfully incorporate alternative media’s into their paintings.
CUVPAI401A Experiment with techniques to produce painting 54hrs
This unit outlines the way paintings are produced through the use of experimentation and ongoing refinement. At the beginning of this module, several different contemporary experimental techniques will be introduced. Students are then guided through their own experimentation and research to develop a distinctive series of paintings with a person concept.
Students will produce this final series aimed at exhibiting in the end of year graduation exhibition. The painting series should utilise the results of your experimentation, you may choose any of the materials and/or techniques you have learnt throughout the year.
Students will produce this final series aimed at exhibiting in the end of year graduation exhibition. The painting series should utilise the results of your experimentation, you may choose any of the materials and/or techniques you have learnt throughout the year.
CERTIFICATE IV SCULPTURE ELECTIVES
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| Melinda Hosking – Coffee grinder & Eggbeater |
CUVSCU301A Produce sculpture 48hrs
This unit involves the production of sculpture which demonstrates a command of the modelling technique and highlights the relevance of appropriate surface treatment. Students will produce a ceramic head based on realistic proportions, the work will then be surfaced appropriately through exploration of materials and with consideration to individual concept.
CUVSCU401A Experiment with techniques to produce sculpture 54hrs
This unit outlines the way sculptures are produced through the use of experimentation and ongoing refinement. At the beginning of this module, several different contemporary experimental techniques will be introduced. Students are then guided through their own experimentation and research to develop a distinctive sculpture with a person concept. This piece will be a large scale work aimed at exhibiting in the end of year graduation exhibition. This final project should utilise the results of your experimentation, you may choose any of the materials and/or processes you have learnt through out the year.
CUVCER201A Develop ceramic skills 50hrs
Wheel: Includes clay selection and preparation, centring and coning the clay on the wheel, basic forms such as cylinders, bowls, plates and small lidded vessels and the turning and finishing techniques of these forms. Decoration and finishing areas include, use of slips and slip techniques, under-glaze, brushed in-glaze decoration and glaze application.
Students will be involved in group loading and firings of the kilns to biscuit and stoneware temperatures. Students maintain a technical record and visual diary for this module.
CUVCER301A Produce ceramics- 60hrs
Hand building: Students will be introduced to the basic hand building techniques of pinch, coil and slab and firing these pieces using sawdust, raku and saggar fire techniques. A variety of different clays suitable for the differing firing techniques will be explored. Decorative techniques such as burnishing, texture and resist of glaze will be introduced. Students will be responsible for the firing of their own test pieces and the larger coil built raku piece created during this module.
If time permits this module continues the exploration of hand building techniques. Projects may include production and the use of simple slip moulds to produce a set of tea cups, slab techniques will be used to produce matching plates on a theme. Students use a combination of wheel and slab techniques to produce large oval dishes and platters and the firing range of mid fire or earthenware is introduced in the finishing of these pieces. Students may revisit coiling to produce a large piece with significant surface decoration and oxide washes that will be fired in a low stoneware firing with reduction for body colour. Students maintain a technical record and visual diary for this module.
(Please note the above two subjects are clustered and enrolment is required for both)
CUVCER401A Experiment with techniques to produce ceramics – 50hrs
The focus in this module is hand building and material or glaze research. This unit is not entirely self- directed and students will be introduced to the earthenware decorative technique of majolica painting to be applied to slab forms made from terracotta clays. Students maintain a detailed technical record and visual diary for this module.
Students provide own clay and hand tools (materials list found under 'enrolment' tab). Firing limits as set out by the teacher apply.
Students provide own clay and hand tools (materials list found under 'enrolment' tab). Firing limits as set out by the teacher apply.
CERTIFICATE IV DIGITAL IMAGING ELECTIVES
The first two modules are designed to introduce students to digital imaging techniques, terminology, software, formats and industry knowledge. The final module is more self-directed than the previous two and involves the student using studio time to research & experiment with techniques for digital image manipulation and enhancement.
CUVDIG201A Develop digital imaging skills – 48hrshrs
This module describes the skills and knowledge required to use techniques, materials and equipment for the production of digital images. As such the module covers general knowledge and the application of basic image editing techniques.
CUVDIG301A Produce digital images – 48hrs
This module describes the skills and knowledge required to produce digital images through the exploration and application of a range of techniques, equipment and materials. As such the range of techniques could be quite varied and broad in nature. Students will explore more of Adobe Photoshop’s functionality, techniques and abilities whilst also being introduced to Adobe Illustrator (Illustration program) and Adobe Bridge (image organisation/management program).
Throughout this module, students will be asked to produce digital images that display evidence of different imaging techniques that have been experimented with and utilised. Students are to maintain a digital technical record and digital visual diary for this module that includes all class tutorials and materials produced from classroom activities.
CUVDIG401A Experiment with techniques for digital images - 54 hrs
This module describes the skills and knowledge required to research and experiment with various techniques for the realisation of digital images. It outlines the way digital images are produced through the use of experimentation and ongoing refinement. This module is designed to be studio based, therefore students are mostly self-directed to explore and refine image editing and manipulation techniques to produce a final folio of digital work/art. The inspiration for this final piece can be commercial (i.e. flyers, brochure) or artistic (printed artwork).
Students are to maintain a detailed digital technical journal and digital visual diary for this module which reflects their ongoing experimentation and adoption of image editing/manipulation techniques and work practices. This digital diary/journal will clearly display the processes involved from concept to the realisation of the digital images and document all research & findings. It will accompany the final image folio product at the end of this module.
Students MUST supply their own storage media (USB drives)
Recommended that students own their own digital camera
CERTIFICATE IV CORE UNITS
BSBOHS201A Participate in ohs process - 20 hrs
In this unit you will be informed of safety procedures when conducting work in the visual arts practice and will identify and implement workplace procedure to control risk factors in the workplace. As a class you will be informed of all emergency and organizational procedures relating to Health and Safety for the TNQ TAFE Cairns campus
CUFRES401A Conduct research - 30 hrs
This is a research unit. Students will conduct research on information relevant to their chosen area of study, either: Painting, drawing, sculpture or ceramics.
Along with experimentation, data collection and information analysis conducted in the practical classes, students will gain the skills and knowledge needed to organise their research and findings into a report format and correctly identify and reference their sources.
CUVRES301A Apply knowledge of history and theory to own arts practice/ CUVRES401A Research history and theory to inform own practice 115.5hrs
This unit will help you to understand the development of art within the Modernists period through to the diverse contemporary approaches of today. This unit will help you understand the developments within Western Art; developments which define the way we “see” today.
Delivery will be both Theoretical and practical, where research will be linked and applied to one’s own work
Students must enrol in both units as they are delivered together.
CUVACD201A Develop drawing skills to communicate ideas/ CUVACD301A Produce drawings to communicate ideas 72hrs
These units do not relate to drawing as an art form. They will enable you to visualise and communicate ideas about objects as well as use of space, narratives, or steps in a process.
Students must enrol in both units as they are delivered together
CUVPRP404A Develop self as artist 20hrs
This unit will direct the process to analyse and develop personal style or voice within your personal practice through research and dialogue.it will assist in identifying work and networking opportunities within the arts industry and the development of promotional materials.
CUVPRP405A Develop and discuss ideas for own creative project 27.5hrs
Ideas that bring originality to art are called concepts. This unit will give direction and confidence to develop and communicate your concepts. The unit offers an avenue into a higher level of creating and thinking about art to produce art of originality.
CUVPRP301A Produce creative work /CUVPRP401A Realise a creative project 96hrs
These units will hone the skills required to plan, organise and realise a creative project. From the source of ideas to their refinement and experimentation through their visualization, to the practical processes required to produce the work, all steps are vital processes within the production of creative works. The last step, the review by peers, teacher and most importantly the self, completes this unit.
Students must enrol in both units as they are delivered together
CUV40103 CERTIFICATE IV IN VISUAL ARTS AND CONTEMPORARY CRAFT
CERTIFICATE IV DRAWING ELECTIVES
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| Adrienne Shaw |
CUVVSP14B APPLY TECHNIQUES TO PRODUCE DRAWINGS-50H
This unit looks at the basics of drawing. The development of line, the understanding of light and tone and the application of perspective will be investigated. Pencil charcoal and ink will be the primary materials explored
CUVVSP15B PRODUCE DRAWINGS - 60 HOURS
Colour will be introduced and explored. There will be sessions of life drawing with a live model. More advanced techniques will be introduced; Charcoal / Gesso, Pastel / Medium, Collage/ Drawing
CU8VVSP16B RESEARCH AND EXPERIMENT TO PRODUCE DRAWINGS -100 HOURS
Although not entirely self directed this unit will allow the individual to research areas of both contemporary and traditional drawing to inform personal practice. Experimental techniques will be introduced and extended upon to enable the student to explore a personal direction in drawing.
CERTIFICATE IV PAINTING ELECTIVES
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| David Goebel |
CUVVSP34B APPLY TECHNIQUES TO PRODUCE PAINTINGS 50 HRS
This unit looks at the basics of painting. It will cover information on acrylics, the mediums, blending and glazing techniques and brush techniques relevant to the production of an acrylic painting. The importance of basic design elements (tone, texture, shape and line) will be addressed and their relationship to composition studied. An in-depth study of colour theory using the colour bias system will commence in this subject and continue throughout the following subjects. To assist in understanding, references will be made throughout the unit to artworks that have particular emphasis to the learning outcome.
CUVVPS35B PRODUCE PAINTINGS - 60 HRS
This unit provides the skills and knowledge required to produce paintings through the exploration and application of mixed media. With reference to the formal elements and principles of designs learnt in the first module, students will explore the capabilities of a range of materials, tools and equipment. This knowledge and exploration will be used to successfully incorporate alternative media’s into their paintings.
CUVVSP36B RESEARCH EXPERIMENT WITH TECHNIQUES TO PRODUCE PAINTINGS 100HRS
This unit outlines the way paintings are produced through the use of experimentation and ongoing refinement. At the beginning of this module, several different contemporary experimental techniques will be introduced. Students are then guided through their own experimentation and research to develop a distinctive series of paintings with a person concept.
Students will produce this final series aimed at exhibiting in the end of year graduation exhibition. The painting series should utilise the results of your experimentation, you may choose any of the materials and/or techniques you have learnt throughout the year.
CERTIFICATE IV SCULPTURE ELECTIVES
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| Carrie Mitchel |
This unit looks at basic techniques, materials, equipment and design elements associated with sculpture. The subject commences with two sessions of analytical drawing designed to promote your ability to analyse and observe what you are seeing. As an extension to the skills that are realized in the observational drawings, students will use modelling techniques to develop a series of ceramic relief sculptures based on the human face. The second project will be a small Hebel stone carving, this involves students identifying form and gaining recognition of the constraints and particularities associated with carving. The unit will then conclude with a brief introduction to assemblage. To assist in understanding, references will be made throughout the unit to artworks that have particular emphasis to the learning outcome.
CUVVSP51B PRODUCE SCULPTURE - 60 HRS
This unit involves the production of sculpture which demonstrates a command of the modelling technique and highlights the relevance of appropriate surface treatment. Students will produce a ceramic head based on realistic proportions, the work will then be surfaced appropriately through exploration of materials and with consideration to individual concept.
CUVVSP52B RESEARCH &EXPERIMENT WITH TECHNIQUES TO PRODUCE SCULPTURE - 100 HRS
This unit outlines the way sculptures are produced through the use of experimentation and ongoing refinement. At the beginning of this module, several different contemporary experimental techniques will be introduced. Students are then guided through their own experimentation and research to develop a distinctive sculpture with a person concept. This piece will be a large scale work aimed at exhibiting in the end of year graduation exhibition. This final project should utilise the results of your experimentation, you may choose any of the materials and/or processes you have learnt through out the year.
CERTIFICATE IV CERAMICS ELECTIVES
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| Wheel Throwing |
CUVVSPO7B APPLY TECHNIQUES IN WHEEL FORMED CERAMICS - 50 HRS
Wheel: Includes clay selection and preparation, centering and coning the clay on the wheel, basic forms such as cylinders, bowls, plates and small lidded vessels and the turning and finishing techniques of these forms. Decoration and finishing areas include, use of slips and slip techniques, underglaze, brushed inglaze decoration and glaze application.
Students will be involved in group loading and firings of the kilns to biscuit and stoneware temperatures. Students maintain a technical record and visual diary for this module.
CUVVSP05B PRODUCE CERAMICS - 60HRS
Handbuilding: Students will be introduced to the basic handbuilding techniques of pinch, coil and slab and firing these pieces using sawdust, raku and saggar fire techniques. A variety of different clays suitable for the differing firing techniques will be explored. Decorative techniques such as burnishing, texture and resist of glaze will be introduced. Students will be responsible for the firing of their own test pieces and the larger coil built raku piece created during this module.
If time permits this module continues the exploration of handbuilding techniques. Projects may include production and the use of simple slip moulds to produce a set of tea cups, slab techniques will be used to produce matching plates on a theme. Students use a combination of wheel and slab techniques to produce large oval dishes and platters and the firing range of mid fire or earthenware is introduced in the finishing of these pieces. Students may revisit coiling to produce a large piece with significant surface decoration and oxide washes that will be fired in a low stoneware firing with reduction for body colour. Students maintain a technical record and visual diary for this module.
(Please note the above two subjects are clustered and enrolment is required for both)
CUVVSP06B RESEARCH AND EXPERIMENT WITH TECHNIQUES TO PRODUCE CERAMICS – 100HRS
Students are encouraged to research contemporary and traditional ceramic techniques drawing on their previous experiences during the year. The focus in this module is handbuilding and material or glaze research. This unit is not entirely self directed and students will be introduced to the earthenware decorative technique of mailoica painting to be applied to slab forms made from terracotta clays. Students maintain a detailed technical record and visual diary for this module.
Students provide own clay and hand tools (materials list found under 'enrolment' tab). Firing limits as set out by the teacher apply.
CERTIFICATE IV DIGITAL IMAGING ELECTIVES
CUVVSP11B APPLY TECHNIQUES TO PRODUCE DIGITAL IMAGES – 50HRS
This module describes the skills and knowledge required to use techniques, materials and equipment for the production of digital images. As such the module covers general knowledge and the application of basic image editing techniques.
CUVVSP12B PRODUCE DIGITAL IMAGES – 60HRS
This module describes the skills and knowledge required to produce digital images through the exploration and application of a range of techniques, equipment and materials. As such the range of techniques could be quite varied and broad in nature. Students will explore more of Adobe Photoshop’s functionality, techniques and abilities whilst also being introduced to Adobe Illustrator (Illustration program) and Adobe Bridge (image organisation/management program).
Throughout this module, students will be asked to produce digital images that display evidence of different imaging techniques that have been experimented with and utilised. Students are to maintain a digital technical record and digital visual diary for this module that includes all class tutorials and materials produced from classroom activities.
CUVVSP13B REASEARCH AND EXPERIMENT WITH TECHNIQUES FOR DIGITAL IMAGE ENHANCEMENT AND MANIPULATION - 70 HRS
This module describes the skills and knowledge required to research and experiment with various techniques for the realisation of digital images. It outlines the way digital images are produced through the use of experimentation and ongoing refinement. This module is designed to be studio based, therefore students are mostly self-directed to explore and refine image editing and manipulation techniques to produce a final folio of digital work/art. The inspiration for this final piece can be commercial (i.e. flyers, brochure) or artistic (printed artwork).
Students are to maintain a detailed digital technical journal and digital visual diary for this module which reflects their ongoing experimentation and adoption of image editing/manipulation techniques and work practices. This digital diary/journal will clearly display the processes involved from concept to the realisation of the digital images and document all research & findings. It will accompany the final image folio product at the end of this module.
Students MUST supply their own storage media (USB drives)
It would be recommended that students own their own digital camera.
CERTIFICATE IV CORE UNITS
CUVCORO4B: ORIGINATE CONCEPT FOR OWN WORK AND CONDUCT CRITICAL DISCOURSE - 30 HOURS
CUVCOR09B: SELECT AND APPLY DRAWING TECHNIGUES AND MEDIA TO REPRESENT AND COMMUNICATE CONCEPT - 40 HOURS
Students must enrol in both units as they are delivered together.
Ideas that bring originality to art are called concepts. These two units work hand-in-hand to help develop and then communicate your concepts. They offer an avenue into a higher level of creating and thinking about art. These units will help you to produce art of originality, works that are more than simply decorative.
BSBOHS201A PARTICIPATE IN OHS PROCESS - 20 HOURS
In this unit you will be informed of safety procedures when conducting work in the visual arts practice and will identify and implement workplace procedure to control risk factors in the workplace. As a class you will be informed of all emergency and organizational procedures relating to Health and Safety for the TNQ TAFE Cairns campus
CUVCOR13B: RESEARCH AND CRITICALLY ANALYSE HISTORY AND THEORY TO INFORM ARTISTIC PRACTICE - 40 HOURS
This unit will help you to understand the development of art over the Modernists period 1850 to 1950. This period of art saw the development of Impressionism, Cubism, Surrealism, and Abstraction, to name just a few. This unit will help you understand the developments within Western Art; developments which define the way we “see” today.
BSBCMM401A MAKE A PRESENTATIONS- 30 HOURS
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and make an effective presentation to a group of people relevant to the Arts industry
Students will identify and apply public speaking techniques, learn about presentation structure and have a brief introduction to the ‘Power Point’ program.
The course involves weekly impromptu speeches and two formal presentations. Students will review and evaluate the effectiveness of their own performances.
CUFRES401A CONDUCT RESEARCH - 30 HOURS
This is a research unit. Students will conduct research on information relevant to their chosen area of study, either: Painting, drawing, sculpture or ceramics.
Along with experimentation, data collection and information analysis conducted in the practical classes, students will gain the skills and knowledge needed to organise their research and findings into a report format and correctly identify and reference their sources.