Digital-Media-and-IT-2013 by Tim Watkins

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Program Guide 2013

NT S TE CO N 04 Why you should study with us 05 Student profile 06 screen media - Animation and visual effects 08 INTERACTIVE digital media - games and authoring 10 networking 13 website development 14 How to apply for enrolment 15 Campus map Q

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Why you should study with us Southbank Institute of Technology

You are our number 1. hether you are just starting out on your post-school W study, up-skilling for your current career, or changing your career to discover a new you, we are here to assist you on your journey as your teacher, your support team and your lifelong-learning partner.

COURSES THAT MATTER. Our courses are designed to help you develop the skill set you need to not only achieve the job you want, but to achieve ongoing success in today’s fast-changing work environment. We focus on practical, industry-relevant training so you graduate as a valuable asset to your employer - job-ready, capable and confident. At SBIT you can choose to study from a broad range of program areas including health sciences, engineering, digital media and IT, hospitality and tourism, creative industries, business services, science and more. And if you want to study further, there are over 250 pathways from our courses to major universities that award credit for SBIT studies.

Top teachers. I magine having industry knowledge ‘on tap’. Enter our learning spaces and that’s what you get. Our teachers are respected and experienced industry professionals who are passionate about passing their knowledge down the line to you. Time after time our students tell us how much they appreciate our dedicated teaching staff – they were born to teach, and they are here for you.

Where to from here? Visit southbank.edu.au for detailed information on courses and study options, or contact us on 13 72 48. Grab a copy of our Student Guide for a heads-up on our support services and facilities or find it online at southbank.edu.au/studentguide. Then follow the enrolment process outlined in the back of this brochure – we are waiting here to welcome you! Like us on Facebook SBITBrisbane Follow us on Twitter @SBITBrisbane

Location, location, location. You couldn’t want for a better location than SBIT. Our sparkling new campus is equipped to provide you with a world class education in a world class teaching environment. On your door step you have the South East Busway, South Bank Railway Station, CityCat and all the cultural and café vibrancy of South Bank’s riverside parklands. And just a short hop away – Brisbane CBD to one side, and the great vibe of West End to the other.

84.2%* of Southbank Institute of Technology graduates go on to further study or secure a job.

*Source: National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER), 2011 Summary of Graduate Outcomes.

Student Artwork by Parit Jirasuwankul, 2012

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SBIT has been good for me both technically and personally. The teachers are supportive to their students and were able to improve my strengths and help me overcome my weak points.” Deiter Dizon, Diploma of Screen and Media, Winner of the ‘Make it Happen’ TAFE competition 2012.

Deiter Dizon STUDENT PROFILE

Digital Media and IT

screen and media - visual effects and animation Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Animation)

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Course No

Duration

Entry criteria

CUF60107 QTAC Codes 155032 155036

2 years (full-time)

Year 12 or equivalent. Alternatively, entry is based on merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies. All applicants must submit a folio.

Career opportunities: Positions in animation, multimedia, and games studios, or freelancer servicing a varied client base in the private and public sectors offering traditional animation, cartooning and illustration, editing and compositing, storyboarding, games animation, graphic design, motion graphics, multimedia, special effects, 3D animation, concept art. Description: Students will develop skills in character animation, effects animation, character design, concept development, scripting, storyboarding, layout, sound design, drawing (in a wide variety of contexts, both traditional and digital), 3d computer animation, experimental animation techniques and digital editing of image and sound. Students develop knowledge and skills using the following software programs in a range of contexts: ■■ ■■ ■■

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“SBIT is a great place to study animation. I am turning out a variety of skills in terms of drawing, ideas development, communication skills, and project management.” Charmay-Adele Yule, Student Advance Diploma of Screen and Media.

Adobe Flash (2D animation) Maya (3D animation) Adobe PhotoShop (image creation and manipulation for animation, illustration, and web design) Adobe After Effects and Premiere (video editing and compositing).

Students will also engage in project work which requires them to develop research and collation of information skills, presentation of ideas and topics, teamwork, interpersonal communication skills and best practice in studio environments. Further study options: Credit towards the following degree programs is available to graduates of the Advanced Diploma. Students must apply for University entry through QTAC. Pathways include: Bachelor of Animation, Griffith University and Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Queensland University of Technology.

SBIT has had outstanding success with its pathways to Griffith University and QUT. Alicia Toohey, Manager of Education Pathways, SBIT.

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Duration

Entry criteria

CUF50107 QTAC Codes 155026 155028

1 ½ years (full-time)

Year 12 or equivalent. Alternatively, entry is based on merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies. Competence in Windows applications (eg word processing packages) and creative talent are also desirable.

Student Artwork by Parit Jirasuwankul, 2012

Course No

You can enrol in the above diploma or the pathway course below. Successful completion guarantees direct entry, with study credits, into the university degree without the need to re-apply through QTAC. Course No

Pathways to university

CUF50107-3 QTAC Codes 155172 155176

Diploma of Screen and Media (Visual Effects) / Bachelor of Games and Interactive Entertainment (QUT). 3 ½ years in total.

QTAC Codes 155170 155171

Diploma of Screen and Media (Visual Effects)/Bachelor of Applied Media (USQ). 3 ½ years in total

Career opportunities: Film and television digital visual effects as a visual effects artist, compositor, motion graphic artist, 3D animator or modeller and concept artist. Description: This course focuses on the creative and technical practices required for visual effects in film and television productions. Students will develop skills in visual effects, compositing, motion graphics, 3D modelling and animation, 2D animation, concept art, character design, editing, camera control and planning and shooting visual effects assets. Further study options: Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation) (QUT), Bachelor of Applied Media (USQ). Successful completion of this course may assist you to gain entry into university through the usual QTAC application process and will contribute towards study credits.

SBIT students presently show their end of course work at the Tribal picture theatre, allowing them real-life experience viewing their VFX short films.

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Apprenticeships digital media andand IT - Traineeships Screen and Media - Children’s - Visual Effects Services and Animation

Diploma of Screen and Media (Visual Effects)

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INTERACTIVE digital media - games AND authoring Diploma of Interactive Digital Media Course No

Duration

Character design: Paul Lavender & Lewis Smart, students 2009

CUF50207-1 1 ½ years (full-time) QTAC Code 155792 155796

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Entry criteria Year 12 or equivalent. Alternatively, entry is based on merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies. Competence in Windows applications (eg word processing packages) and creative talent are also desirable.

Pathways to university

CUF50207-7 QTAC Codes 155782 155896

Diploma of Interactive Digital Media / Bachelor of Games and Interactive Entertainment (QUT). 3 ½ years in total.

QTAC Code 155978

Diploma of Interactive Digital Media/ Bachelor of Multimedia (GU). 3 ½ years in total

QTAC Codes 155240 155247

Diploma of Interactive Digital Media/ Bachelor of Digital Media (GU). 3 ½ years in total.

Career opportunities: Animation/visual effects designer, instructional designer, interactive media developer, interface designer, web developer, content manager, mobile application developer. Description: This course will provide you with extensive in-depth, hands-on experience coupled with real world projects and assignments. You will receive foundation knowledge in and skills in:

“SBIT is great, with very clean and beautiful learning environments, hi-tech facilities and friendly staff who are willing to assist you no matter what nationality you are.” Parit Jirasuwankul, Student Diploma Screen & Media – Film and Visual Effects.

2D and 3D animation HTML5, CSS3 and scripting (Action Script and JavaScript) ■■ audio, video editing and visual effects ■■ design and development for mobile devices ■■ web development (including PHP and MySQL) ■■ human computer interaction and interface design and development. On successful completion of this course you will have produced a portfolio in preparation for entering the interactive digital media industry. ■■ ■■

Further study options: Bachelor of Fine Arts (Interactive and Visual Design) (QUT) or the Bachelor of Creative Arts (USQ) through the usual QTAC process. Successful completion of this course may assist you to gain entry into university through the usual QTAC application process and will contribute towards study credits.

Course No

Duration

Entry criteria

CUF50207 QTAC Code 155242 155243

1 ½ years (full-time)

CUF50207-2 QTAC Codes 155856 155244

Diploma of Interactive Digital Media (Games) / Bachelor of Games and Interactive Entertainment (QUT). 3 ½ years in total.

Student Artwork by Parit Jirasuwankul, 2012

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Career opportunities: Games designer, 3D modeller, animator, games programmer, games tester, character designer, interaction designer. Description: This course explores the creative and technical practices required for game productions. You will develop skills in: ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■

3D modelling and animation concept art character design game design game programming developing for mobile devices.

This course will provide you with extensive, industry-ready experience through participation in a number of game development projects, targeting multiple gaming platforms. Further study options: Bachelor of Fine Arts (Interactive and Visual Design) (QUT), Bachelor of Games Design (GU), Bachelor of Creative Arts (USQ), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation) (QUT). Successful completion of this course may assist you to gain entry into university through the usual QTAC application process and will contribute towards study credits. Students have participated in games testing with Sega Studios Australia organised by teachers and with the help of one of our past students who is now a designer at Sega Studios Australia.

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digital media and IT - Interactive Digital Media - Games Authoring

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Teacher Artwork (top left) by Patrick Jones

Diploma of Interactive Digital Media (Games)

Digital Media and IT Networking

Diploma of Information Technology – Networking (incorporating Certificate IV in Information Techology - Networking)

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Course No

Duration

Entry criteria

ICA50411 QTAC code 155252 155250

1 year (full time)

Completion of Year 12 or equivalent or non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies. Prerequisite knowledge and skills are required that demonstrate basic fundamental ICT knowledge and skills.

Pathways to university

QTAC codes 155254 155256

Diploma of IT Networking / Bachelor of Games and Interactive Entertainment (QUT). 3 ½ years in total.

QTAC codes 155268 155266

Diploma of IT Networking/ Bachelor of IT (GU). 3 years in total

QTAC codes Diploma of Information Technology – Networking / Bachelor of Corporate Systems Management (QUT) 155258 3 years in total 155206 QTAC codes Diploma of Information Technology – Networking / Bachelor of Games and Interactive Entertainment 155212 (QUT) 3 - 3.5 years in total 155276 QTAC codes 155207 155208

Diploma of Information Technology – Networking / Bachelor of Information Technology (USQ) 3 years in total

Career opportunities: Network administrator, IT administrator, IT operations administrator, network services administrator, network support coordinator, network operations analyst, network security coordinator, network e-business coordinator.

“I loved being at SBIT and learned great skills that now help me in my job and at Uni. I found the job I wanted and my employer even offered to pay for me to study the Bachelor of IT at QUT where I went straight into second year.” Jess Wightman, Student Diploma of Information Technology.

Description: Gain the skills and knowledge to work confidently as an independent ICT professional with responsibilities spanning design, development of networks, wired and wireless. There is a mix of internet working, security and e-business integration. This exciting diploma will help you gain the skills and knowledge to work as a network engineer in network security administration, network hardware and software installation, project management or network integration. Some of the key areas of learning covered during this course include: ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■

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install, configure and manage virtual computing environments troubleshooting networking techniques project management techniques managing network protocols installing network hardware and software to networked computers install, configure and manage network operating systems

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providing basic to advanced systems network administration and network security maintain servers and support system software create technical documentation and prepare and present feasibility reports design and configure wireless networks.

Further study options: SBIT has built links with many universities including QUT and Griffith to give you more options for further study. This means you can benefit from direct entry into university and get a dual qualification in almost the same time it takes to gain a degree. Your studies will combine practical skills and theoretical knowledge that will hold great appeal to potential employers.

Certificate III in Information, Digital Media & Technology – Networking with Cisco IT Essentials DE PT Course No ICA30111

Duration

Entry criteria

There are no entry require18 weeks (fullments for this qualification. time) or 2 x 18 week blocks (part-time)

Certificate III in Information, Digital Media & Technology – Website Stream DE PT FT Course No

Duration

Entry criteria

ICA30111-2

18 weeks (full-time) or 2 x 18 week blocks (part-time)

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Career opportunities: Website support, help desk officer, help desk assistant, ICT operations support, ICT user support, PC support, technical support. Description: Give your IT career more power with an online course that focuses on maximising your knowledge of applications. Discover more about creating web pages with html, css and web design software, using features of industry-standard computer applications, installing operating systems, plus basic fault finding and care of hardware. With opportunities for entry-level employment or for further study, it’s the perfect course to take you to the next level. The course covers both the practical and theoretical components of: ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■

Career opportunities:Help desk officer, help desk assistant, ICT operations support, ICT user support, PC support, technical support. Description: Give your IT career more power with an academic qualification plus industry-recognised certification. Learn more about installing and configuring network hardware and software, as well as providing advice to clients on network problems. Students will gain valuable knowledge by studying the specialist stream networking units in the certificate III coupled with the industry qualification IT Essentials. With a thorough grounding in practical and theoretical components, it’s the perfect course to provide the foundation skills of networking.

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provide IT systems administration maintain and document system software working and communicating sustainably in an IT environment create websites using social media tools for collaboration and engagement create a simple markeup language document and develop CSS using advanced application software in a business environment.

Further study options: Diploma of Website Development (incorporating the Certificate IV in Website Development).

The course covers both the practical and theoretical components of: ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■

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provide network systems administration provide IT systems administration run standard diagnostic tests maintain and document equipment and software working and communicating sustainably in an IT environment build and maintain websites optional industry certification by completing Cisco IT Essentials.

Further study options: Diploma of Information Technology Networking (incorporating the Certificate IV in Information Technology Networking).

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digital media and IT - Networking

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networking (continued) and Website Development Certificate II in Information, Digital Media & Technology (online)

Course No

Duration

Entry criteria

ICA20111

18 weeks (fulltime) or 2 x 18 week blocks (parttime)

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Career opportunities: This entry level qualification provides the foundation skills and knowledge to use information and communications technology (ICT) in any industry. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include: office assistant, records assistant, junior office support. Description: Turn on to a career in IT, with an online course that gives you the fundamentals to confidently operate computer equipment and computing packages. Discover more about working effectively in an IT environment, including tasks such as connecting various hardware and software applications, and running standard diagnostic tests. With employment opportunities at entry-level positions such as help desk officer, or as the foundation for further study, it’s the perfect course to get started. The course covers both the practical and theoretical components of: ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■

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using social media for collaboration and engagement using application software in a business environment integrating commercial business packages working and communicating sustainably in an IT environment supporting the IT environment developing computing and applications skills.

Further study options: Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology, or a range of other Certificate III qualifications.

These Information Technology courses are part of a totally new national training package ensuring that students gain current skills necessary to progress successfully to university and to achieve excellent career outcomes in the ICT industry.

Course No

Duration

Entry criteria

ICA30111-1

18 weeks (fulltime) or 2 x 18 week blocks (part-time)

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

QTAC codes 155214 155216

QTAC codes Diploma of Information Technology – Website Development / Bachelor of Games and Interactive 155222 Entertainment (QUT) / 3 - 3.5 years in total 155186

Career opportunities: Help Desk Officer, Help Desk Assistant, ICT Operations Support, ICT User Support, PC Support and Technical Support.

QTAC codes Diploma of Information Technology – Website Development / Bachelor of Corporate Systems 155224 Management (QUT) / 3 years in total 155226

Description: Give your IT career more power with an online course that focuses on maximising your knowledge of applications. Discover more about using advanced features of industry-standard computer applications, installing operating systems, creating basic web pages with html, plus basic fault finding and care of hardware. With opportunities for entrylevel employment or for further study, it’s the perfect course to take you to the next level. The course covers both the practical and theoretical components of: ■■ ■■ ■■

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provide IT systems maintenance maintain, install and document system software working and communicating sustainably in an IT environment create websites using social media using advanced application software in a business environment.

QTAC codes 155197 155198

Career opportunities: Web developer, web development manager, web programmer, web/mobile application developer, website manager, webmaster, web administrator, website or support administrator. Description: Develop your skills and knowledge to work confidently in the exciting world of information technology. This innovative course in Information Technology Website Development has been designed to provide you with the knowledge to work as a senior ICT professional with responsibilities spanning design, development, site performance and database integration through to implementation and acceptance testing.

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Diploma of Website Development (incorporating VFH

Diploma of Information Technology – Website Development / Bachelor of Information Technology (USQ) 3 years in total

The course is structured to help you gain a high level competency across a range of web-related fields including website development and design, site performance, database integration, implementation and acceptance testing, mobile website and web application development. Some of the key areas of learning covered during this course include:

Further study options: Diploma of Networking (incorporating the Certificate IV in Information Technology - Networking).

Certificate IV in Web-BasedTechnologies)

Diploma of Information Technology – Website Development / Bachelor of Information Technology (GU) 3 years in total

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Course No

Duration

Entry criteria

ICA50611 QTAC code 155234 155237

1 year (full time)

Pathways to university

QTAC codes 155228 155196

Diploma of Information Technology – Website Development / Bachelor of Information Technology (QUT) 3 years in total

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determine and confirm client expectations and needs develop and manage complete web development project create user documentation develop guidelines for updating and loading information to a website apply visual design and communication principles to the development of a media product design websites to technical requirements create a mark-up language document to specification develop cascading style sheets (CSS) develop website information architecture develop mobile websites/web applications develop/apply server-side web technologies develop/apply client-side web technologies.

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digital media and IT - Networking (Continued) and Website Development

Certificate III in Information, Digital Media & Technology –Applications Stream (online) DE

How to enrol Application stage Select your course

Contact Student Administration To confirm the most recent course information, phone 13 72 48, or go to southbank.edu.au

Pathways to university* Southbank Institute of Technology has partnered with major Queensland universities to provide articulation pathways from diplomas and advanced diplomas into their degree courses. So if you didn’t get the right OP it’s not the end of the world. By completing a diploma or advanced diploma at SBIT, you can improve your OP score and increase your chances of securing a place at university. For more information visit southbank.edu.au/pathways.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) RPL is a process that allows the competencies you already possess to be recognised (regardless of how you obtained them) with a formal qualification. These might include skills you picked up on the job or from other life experiences that do not necessarily include formal training. For more information visit southbank.edu.au/rpl.

Apply for your selected course through either:

(Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre)

Southbank Institute of Technology

To apply, visit qtac.edu.au

To apply, phone 13 72 48

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Check the on-line course brochure on southbank.edu.au to find out if you need to apply through QTAC or directly to SBIT.

Enrolment stage Once you have received acceptance, go to southbank.edu.au or phone 13 72 48 to enrol in your subjects. View the ‘show me’ video at southbank.edu.au/howtoenrol for full details about enrolling online.

Secure your enrolment Pay your fees before the course commences to secure your enrolment. Limited places are available in most courses.

Career and Employment Resource Centre Make sure you visit our Career and Employment Resource Centre. Aside from an array of career and employment resources, you will find qualified and experienced Career Counsellors who can help you with information and advice on future career and employment options. Prospective and current students are welcome. The Centre is open Monday to Friday and is located in the campus heart, just off Ernest Street.

FEE-HELP and VET FEE-HELP At SBIT you can access the Federal Government’s student loan schemes. FEE-HELP assists full fee paying students to pay for all or part of their tuition fees. Eligible students can use FEE-HELP at SBIT for the Associate Degree in Civil Engineering. VET FEE-HELP assists eligible full fee paying students to pay for all or part of their tuition fees when studying an approved VET course of study at the diploma, advanced diploma, vocational graduate certificate or vocational graduate diploma level. For more information visit southbank.edu.au/feehelp and southbank.edu.au/vetfeehelp.

Info Evening Keep your eye on southbank.edu.au for details on our annual Info Evening. This event provides you with the opportunity to meet our teachers face-to-face, tour our world-class learning facilities and seek answers to all of your questions.

*University abbreviations: QUT

Queensland University of Technology

BOND Bond University

SCU

Southern Cross University

CQUni Central Queensland University

The University of Queensland

CSU

Charles Sturt University

USC

University of the Sunshine Coast

Griffith University

USQ

University of Southern Queensland

ACU

Australian Catholic University National

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