Certificate II & III in Screen (CUF20301)(CUF30101)

Qsft's Certificate courses are fully accredited and recognised by the Australian Qualifications Framework. Qsft is also a Recognised Training Organisation.

Certificate III in Screen

Our Certificate III in Screen course is very hands-on and is designed to give students practical experience with a variety of film and television equipment, techniques and genres.

Our Certificate III in Screen course is conducted part time over six months and is ideal for tertiary students or people working full or part time.

Classes are conducted during morning sessions and mid year entry is available.

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For schools:

Certificate II & III in Screen

For senior highschool students we conduct part time
Certificate II and III in Screen courses over a 12 month
period. The courses are run in conjunction with the school.

For those wishing to complete both the Certificate
II and Certificate III in Screen courses, the two
qualifications run consecutively over two years.

Qsft can design a course structure to suit students’ schedules and the school’s facilities.

Each session runs for 2.5 – 3 hours and comprises an integrated delivery of the Areas of Study. Ideally, the sessions are delivered once a week.

For more details please refer to the information booklet or you may like to download the application form.

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The Certificates II and III in Screen courses are presented by qualified lecturers from qsft, a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). Our lecturers not only have the necessary teaching qualifications but they also have years of first-hand industry experience. This experience is invaluable to students, as many situations from the 'real world' are not covered in textbooks.

Course Pathways

The Certificate II in Screen course has been structured to include units that are cross-credited with, or are included in, higher levels of study such as the Certificate III or Diploma in Screen. This means students who are interested in pursuing their studies further in this area, will achieve higher qualifications in less time.

Please refer to the flow charts in Careers and Employment for options for further study with the qsft.

Unit Synopses

This entry-level course can kick start your career in film and television by giving you the edge over other school leavers wanting to break into this industry. Areas of Study include:

Digital Animation (Elective)

Digital Animation provides the student with the basic skills needed to create both 2D and 3D animation using various software applications, including those used by premier animators Pixar, Lucasfilm and Electronic Arts. The fundamental skills in computer system software management and troubleshooting will also be covered.

Editing Techniques

This Area of Study will provide the student with the theory of basic editing techniques and a working knowledge of computer editing software. Topics covered include:

Industry Knowledge and Safety

This Area of Study will give an overview of the skills and knowledge required to access, increase and update knowledge about the film and television industry. Workplace, health and safety issues will also be covered and integrated into practical assignments. Topics covered include:

Introduction to Digital Video

This Area or Study covers the technical aspects of setting up and operating a digital video camera to achieve optimum results. Slating procedures and the correct technique is also covered.

Introduction to Film Cameras

This Area of Study aims to provide the student with hands-on experience operating a 16mm motion picture camera. The basics in the technique of pulling focus, loading 16mm film stock and operating a moving camera support will also be incorporated into practical assignments.

Introduction to Lighting

This Area of Study provides the student with a basic understanding of the principles of lighting for film and television including fixtures, riggings, manipulating and measuring light.

Introduction to Sound Recording

This Area of Study aims to introduce the student to the basics of recording sound in the digital domain via the use of various microphones and techniques. Students also learn the art of swinging a boom pole to capture dialogue.

Introduction to Non-Linear Editing

This Area of Study teaches the basics of editing techniques and the technology and power of computer editing software. Topics covered include continuity, line of action, cinematic time, montage, types of camera shots.

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