Certificate IV in Information Technology (Gaming Development)

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National code: ICT40120 Certificate (TAFE) Hawthorn Send me a link to this course

Get in on the ground floor to a fun and fulfilling career in the ever-expanding gaming industry, with Swinburne’s Certificate IV in Information Technology (Gaming Development).

Whether it’s gaming, virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), or anything in between, this course offers you the opportunity to begin with just basic computer skills and emerge with future-proof knowledge and skills that employees are looking for.

Using cutting-edge, industry-standard software, you’ll explore the methods to create stunning 3D assets and effects, and develop the programming skills to bring them to life in a game format. Just some of the skills on offer include:

3D modelling
3D Animation
Character development
User interface (UI) development
Game, asset creation and level design
Game Engine essentials
Object oriented programming for interactive games (C++)

Be it console or online apps, upon graduation you’ll have what it takes to turn your ideas into playable reality, and launch your own game, or begin your career as an animation, media developer or design assistant, or beginning 2D/3D artist or coder.

Information sessions

Entry into this program is based on an applicant’s study and/or relevant work history. Some additional criteria may also apply.

Applicants without formal qualifications but with significant relevant work experience are welcome to apply.

Duration

12 months

Intakes

Hawthorn (March) - View application and start dates

Study mode

Full-time

VTAC course codes

3400277394
Gaming Development (fee type determined by provider)
3400277184
Programming (fee type determined by provider)
3400211354
Web Development (fee type determined by provider)

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

This course is focused on students to establish skills in the Information Technology industry with a specialisation in game development. Students will gain fundamental skills in game programming, game theory, game design documentation, 3d modelling, creating 3d environments, level design, and using the Unreal game engine to creative interactive game applications.

Course structure

Total of 20 units, comprising 7 core units, plus 13 elective units

Units of study

Core Units:

Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes (BSBCRT404)

Contribute to cyber security risk management (BSBXCS404)

Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices (ICTICT426)

Work collaboratively in the ICT industry (ICTICT443)

Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments (ICTICT451)

Apply introductory programming techniques (ICTPRG302)

Identify and resolve client ICT problems (ICTSAS432)

Elective Units:

Apply introductory object-oriented language skills (ICTPRG430)

Create design documents for interactive games (ICTGAM422)

Write narrative scripts for interactive games (ICTGAM426)

Identify and apply games design and game play principles (ICTGAM421)

Use 3-D software interface and toolsets (ICTGAM427)

Design and create 3-D digital models (ICTGAM431)

Support small scale ICT projects (ICTPMG411)

Create 3D digital environments (CUAANM512)

Use simple modelling for animation (ICTGAM418)

Apply introductory programming skills in different languages (ICTPRG440)

Produce interactive games (ICTGAM420)

Build graphical user interfaces (ICTICT433)

Analyse software requirements (ICTPRG444)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives and graduate skills.

Career opportunities

Game level designer

3d modelling

Game artist

Game programmer

Programming applications

Aims and objectives

To provide students with the skills and knowledge in the front end design and development of web sites. To enable students to be confident in the processes of UI design, UX, project management, and the research and problem solving required to code complex websites either as independent front end specialists or as part of a team. The aim is also to enable students to gain the skills to continue to higher education courses.

Graduate skills

Game content creator

3d modelling

Game engine scripting

Programming applications

Course fees and requirements

- Entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

Certificate IV in Information Technology (Gaming Development) Estimated course fees for 2023*
Total Cost (GST Free)	$11,030	$5,140	$1,028

Estimated course fees for 2023*

Course fee options

Full course fee

Skills First Government-subsidised place

Concession rate

Total Cost (GST Free)

$11,030

$5,140

$1,028

Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2023 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.

Skills First Government-subsidised place
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

Concession rates for vocational students
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria.

The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.

Find out if you're eligible for a fee concession here.

Full course fee
If you are not granted a government subsidised place, the full course fee will apply. Check your eligibility now.

Indicative nominal course hours: 940.

Entry requirements

There are no pre-requisites to enter this program. Some additional criteria may apply.

Applicants without formal qualifications and/or relevant work experience are encouraged to apply.