Career Guide 2014/15. Information Technology Game Design Media & Entertainment Graphic Design

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1 Information Technology Game Design Media & Entertainment Graphic Design Career Guide 2014/15 BRADFIELD CROWS NEST HORNSBY MEADOWBANK NORTHERN BEACHES RYDE ST LEONARDS

2 Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. Nelson Mandela The Northern Sydney Institute, part of TAFE NSW, is one of Australia s leading providers of vocational training and tertiary education. We are a team of more than 1,000 people who wake up each morning with a thirst to educate, train and inspire. We believe in helping our students unlock potential and businesses achieve success. We see ourselves providing premium learning experiences that are memorable and life affecting. We have seven campuses at Crows Nest, Hornsby, Meadowbank, Northern Beaches, Ryde, St Leonards (our Learning and Innovation Campus) and Bradfield, a senior college for specialised HSC options for year 11 and 12. Our Institute offers nationally recognised courses from certificate to bachelor degree and everything in between. From full-time to part-time, online or face-to-face, we offer flexible programs to suit your needs. If you re looking for a pathway to university, we have agreements with some of the best. Whether you are just starting out in your career, returning to work after a break, looking to win that next promotion or building on your existing skills, we ve got it covered. And, if you need help choosing the right path? Explore our website for career and study options or our friendly career counsellors will help you with practical, expert advice on how you can get there we re just a phone call away. Whatever journey you decide to embark on, we wish you the very best for now and the future. We inspire learning. We unlock potential. We are the Northern Sydney Institute. Kevin Harris Institute Director

3 Contents It starts here 2 Information Technology Your career and pathways...6 Courses in focus...14 Course summary...15 Game Design Your career and pathways...20 Courses in focus...22 Course summary...23 Media & Entertainment Your career and pathways...26 Courses in focus...27 Course summary Design Your career and pathways...34 Courses in focus...35 Course summary...37 Information for potential students Campuses and our best kept secrets...38 Apprenticeships and traineeships...40 Get recognition...42 Degrees and the Northern Sydney Institute...43 Our services what you need to know (Fees)...46 Counselling and career development...47 How to enrol

4 As a matter of fact we've done the figures 49,000+ enrolled to study with us^. 18% of our students are university graduates with a thirst for real knowledge^. 90% of students were happy with their experience*. ENROLMENTS UNIVERSITY GRADUATES STUDENT EXPERIENCE 2 1,000+ strong team of staff ready to help you achieve**. OUR TEAM 26% of our students balance work with study^. FLEXIBLE STUDY 73% of students gain employment after training with us*. EMPLOYABILITY Awarded the Gold Sustainability Advantage accreditation because we are proud to be sustainable**. SUSTAINABILITY 165 nationalities come to study with us^. INTERNATIONAL GLOBAL 6 partner institutions in China. OFFSHORE ^Statistics sourced from DEC Data warehouse for December 2013 *NCVER statistics for May 2013 **2012 Annual Report

5 Pathways for every person Not all journeys are in a straight line, you don t have to go from 1 to 10. You can jump in at 5, move up, move down, switch around. Depending on the qualification, we can recognise prior learning or work experience to fast-track your study, completing your qualifications even sooner! We also offer specialist skills sets and units out of the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) as separate courses, so you can get just what you need, when you need it. HIGHSCHOOL THE NORTHERN SYDNEY INSTITUTE UNIVERSITY DOCTORAL DEGREE MASTERS DEGREE GRADUATE DIPLOMA GRADUATE CERTIFICATE BACHELOR HONORS DEGREE BACHELOR DEGREE ADVANCED DIPLOMA ASSOCIATE DEGREE DIPLOMA CERTICATE IV CERTIFICATE III CERTIFICATE II CERTIFICATE I STATEMENT OF ATTAINMENT SENIOR SECONDARY CERTIFICATE LEVEL Want to know more? Go to 3

6 Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower. Steve Jobs Information Technology

7 Embed success into your career Picture yourself as an IT specialist. Whether it s cloud technology, software programming or network specialisation, you enjoy the challenge of making computing and communication technology come to life for people in a way they understand and appreciate. You may choose to pursue a career as a network security specialist. Imagine taking responsibility for reducing, eliminating and containing PC threats for large organisations. People rely on your expertise and creative problem solving to protect both data and wealth from sophisticated cyber attacks, phishing scams and online traps. Or perhaps you aspire to join the world of digital construction : the world of software programming. You enjoy seeing lines of code coming together turning 0 s and 1 s into software and applications that excite the interest of a major software companies and heralds the start of a lucrative career as a software engineer. As ICT (Information and Communications Technology) is embedded in all aspects of today s world, our graduates are in very high demand across all industries. We can train you in all IT areas, technical and creative. For many areas, demand outweighs supply and for specialists, the income is well above average we can turn you into that specialist with one of our higher qualifi cations. At the Northern Sydney Institute, we can set you on the road to a successful career in one of Australia s fastest growing industries. Industry facts A LEADING INDUSTRY More than half a million people work in ICT occupations, contributing close to 8% of Australia s GDP. Australia has the fi fth-largest ICT market in the Asia-Pacifi c region. Employment for computer network professionals is expected to grow very strongly as rapid technology developments create increased opportunities. The Australian Government s aim is that by 2020 Australia will be among the world s leading digital economies. (Source: IBSA Environment Scan 2013 Information and Communications Technologies Industry, IBIS World.) 5

8 DIGITAL MEDIA Your career in digital media CERTIFICATE III CERTIFICATE IV DIPLOMA in Information, Digital Media and Technology (Multimedia) Employment options: help desk offi cer, help desk, assistant, ICT operations support, ICT user support, PC support, technical support The Certifi cate II builds on a strong foundation in a wide range of ICT techinical functions focussing on multimedia. MAP YOUR PATHWAY in Digital Media Technologies (Interactive Media) or in Interactive Digital Media Employment options: assistant animator, assistant designer, assistant digital media author, assistant digital media designer, assistant digital media developer, interaction media developer, support digital media developer, support digital media development technician This qualifi cation will give you a broad skill base and knowledge of the digital media industries including the skills needed to solve a range of unpredictable digital media problems and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. You will also learn how to author interactive media, design and create user interfaces and apply scripting language in authoring. You can choose to create visual design components, manage projects or write content for a range of media. At this level you could qualify for assistant or support positions in the industry. of Interactive Digital Media Employment options: animation/ visual effects designer, creative media consultant/developer, e-business or e-learning developer, fl ash programmer/ animator, games designer/ developer, information architect, instructional designer, interactive media developer, interface designer, audiovisual editor, web designer, web developer (programming and scripting), website manager Completion of the diploma provides you with advanced creative and specialist technical skills in conjunction with managerial skills and knowledge of current digital media industry trends. You ll learn how to produce animations and graphics using applications from the industry-standard Adobe suite including Flash, Photoshop, Dreamweaver and Fireworks. You ll also learn how to design and structure a website, manage projects and write and edit for multimedia at a professional level. UNIVERSITY PATHWAYS The diploma is recognised by many universities and for graduates can attract up to one year of credit. ACCESS GRANTED

9 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Your career in data and business analysis CERTIFICATE III CERTIFICATE IV DIPLOMA in Information, Digital Media & Technology (Support) Employment options: help desk offi cer, help desk assistant, ICT operations support, ICT user support, PC support, technical support This is a preparatory qualifi cation that will give students competence in a wide range of ICT technical functions and is the perfect foundation for a career specialising in technical support. in IT Database Support Employment options: database support, help desk specialist, network support technician, PC support technician, technical support, user support technician In the Certifi cate IV you learn skills and knowledge to be competent in supporting clients in a range of technical areas such as database support, PC technician or user support. There is a strong information technology base of core units and units in the areas of database support in industry. This is the entry level qualifi cation for the industry. of Database Design and Development Employment options: database designer, database developer, database specialist, programmer, assistant database designer or developer, support specialist In the diploma you develop the skills and knowledge to design and implement ICT database systems. It builds on a base core of design and development competencies together with programming skills, business analysis skills and project management. ADVANCED DIPLOMA of Business Analysis Employment options: business analyst, business systems analyst, IT business manager, IT manager, project manager, quality assurance manager, solutions architect, requirements analyst, database designer, database developer, database specialist, programmer, assistant database designer or developer, support specialist This qualifi cation provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to design and build business systems in an information and communications technology (ICT) environment. As a business analyst you can work as an independent ICT specialist or as a leader of a team. Individuals who complete this qualifi cation will be competent to analyse, identify, and coordinate relevant ICT business solutions to meet given organisational goals. 7

10 PROGRAMMING & SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT Your career in developing software CERTIFICATE III CERTIFICATE IV DIPLOMA in Information, Digital Media & Technology (Applications) Employment options: help desk offi cer, help desk assistant, ICT operations support, ICT user support The Certifi cate II is a preparatory qualifi cation where you will develop basic skills in the use of a range of software applications. You will achieve a degree of self suffciency as an advanced ICT user. in Programming Employment options: junior programmer/developer role This course is for people who want to be competent in the development of basic programming skills in the most commonly used programming languages, Database Design (Microsoft SQL Server), OO Systems Analysis & Design, Project management. of Software Development Employment options: software developer, systems analyst, software development manager, information systems manager, information technology manager, senior infrastructure delivery manager This course is for people who want to be competent in leading the analysis, implementation and management of emerging and converging information and communication technologies as they are integrated into the business process to support organisational strategic goals. UNIVERSITY PATHWAY The diploma is recognised by many universities and for graduates can attract up to one year of credit. MAP YOUR PATHWAY You will develop software applications using a range of methods and tools including Object-Oriented programming (Java, C#.Net), Data Modelling (Microsoft SQL Server), ADO. Net, Cloud Computing, Mobile Applications (Android), OO Analysis & Design, and Project Management

11 WEB TECHNOLOGIES Your career in web design and development CERTIFICATE III CERTIFICATE IV DIPLOMA in Information, Digital Media & Technology (Web Technologies) Employment options: help desk offi cer, help desk assistant, ICT operations support, ICT user support, PC support, technical support This is a preparatory qualifi cation which will give advanced users competence in a wide range of ICT technical functions and a foundation for a career specialising in web technologies. in Web Based Technologies (Administration) or (Design & Development) Employment options: assistant web developer or technical writer, webmaster assistant, website coordinator, website or web support administrator, assistant web designer These courses are designed for people wishing to pursue a specialised web career designing, developing and/or administering effective websites. This will qualify you for entrylevel positions in the industry. of Website Development Employment options: web developer, web development manager, web programmer, website manager, webmaster, web administrator, internet developer This advanced level course covers the skills and knowledge needed to plan, design, implement, test and maintain web applications as a professional web developer. You will develop enterprise web applications using a range of methods and tools including ASP.NET with C#, SQL, Advanced PHP and MySQL. UNIVERSITY PATHWAY The diploma is recognised by many universities and for graduates can attract up to one year of credit. 9

12 NETWORK ADMINISTRATION Your career in networking CERTIFICATE III CERTIFICATE IV DIPLOMA in Information, Digital Media & Technology (Network Administration) Includes Cisco Academy course Cisco IT Essentials, (A+) Employment options: help desk offi cer, help desk assistant, ICT operations support, ICT user support, PC support, technical support This is a preparatory qualifi cation which will give advanced users competence in a wide range of ICT technical functions and a solid foundation for a career specialising in network administration. MAP YOUR PATHWAY in IT Networking Includes Cisco Academy courses CCNA Version 5 (Parts 1-2) Employment options: network support, network operations support, network operations technician, network technician, network support technician This is the industry s entry level qualifi cation providing the skills and knowledge required to install and manage small scale networks as an independent network support technician or as part of a team. of IT Systems Administration or of IT Networking Includes Cisco Academy courses CCNA Version 5 (Parts 3-4) Employment options: assistant IT manager, network administrator, systems administrator, IT operations administrator, network support coordinator, network operations analyst, network e-business coordinator Provides the advanced skills and knowledge required for an individual to be competent in administering a variety of networked computer systems. As you learn to install computer networks, you will study inter-networking, security, cloud and virtualisation. Some industry specifi c topics are included, e.g. e-business integration, project management and business systems management.

13 ADVANCED DIPLOMA of Network Security Includes Cisco certification courses CCNP SWITCH, CCNP ROUTE, CCNP TSHOOT, CCNA Wireless, CCNA Security, CCNA Voice Employment options: e-security specialist, ICT security specialist, IT security administrator, IT security analyst, IT security specialist, systems/network administrator, network security analyst, network security specialist, network security administrator, senior network administrator, systems security analyst DEGREE OPTION Bachelor of IT (Network Security) Offered at Meadowbank Campus, this three-year professional degree prepares you for employment as a network security specialist. Graduates of the Advanced Diploma and Diploma can receive considerable credit towards this degree. This qualifi cation has a high-level ICT technical base with advanced security units and the ability to specialise in a number of areas, including voice, wireless, network infrastructure and sustainability. You will gain the skills and knowledge to plan, design, manage and monitor an enterprise ICT network as an independent specialist or as part of a team responsible for advanced ICT network security systems. 11

14 CISCO COURSES Cisco Academy courses help you stay switched on PACKAGED TAFE AND CISCO COURSES CERTIFICATE III CERTIFICATE IV DIPLOMA Certificate III in IT (Network Administration) Course: ICA30111 Duration: 1 semester FT CISCO CERTIFICATION in IT (Networking) Course: ICA40411 Duration: 2 semesters FT (or 1 semester if Certifi cate III complete) CISCO CERTIFICATION Cisco IT Essentials, A+ CCNA Version 5 (parts 1 2) of IT (Networking) Course: ICA50411 Duration: 3 semesters FT (or 1 semester if Certifi cate IV complete) CISCO CERTIFICATION CCNA Version 5 (parts 3 4) PT = Part-time, FT = Full-time. Cisco Tuition Course Fees apply in addition to the TAFE National Qualifi cation Administration fees ADVANCED DIPLOMA of IT (Network Security) Course: ICA60211 Duration: 2 semesters PT (pre-requisites apply) CISCO CERTIFICATION CCNP SWITCH, CCNP ROUTE, CCNP TSHOOT, CCNA Wireless, CCNA Security, CCNA Voice The Northern Sydney Institute is a world leader in inter-networking and network security technology training. The Northern Sydney Institute s Northern Beaches Campus and Meadowbank Campus have been certifi ed Cisco Networking Academies for over 10 years and the Meadowbank Campus is one of the few large Cisco Academy Training Centres (CATC) in Australia. Both locations offer a range of courses that lead to industry recognised Cisco certifi cation. The Northern Sydney Institute offers students an opportunity to complete their Cisco vendor certifi cation while studying for a certifi cate, diploma and/or advanced diploma. The Cisco Academy Training Centre also delivers individual Cisco certifi cation courses throughout the year. Courses are offered part-time weekday evenings and Saturdays. CISCO COURSES The NSI Cisco Networking Academy also delivers individual Cisco certifi cation courses throughout the year. These are offered part-time on weekday evenings or Saturdays (or sometimes both). Cisco Certification Course No Duration CCNA Security Instructor hours ITE Instructor hours CCNA Instructor (Fast track) hours CCNP TSHOOT hours CCNP ROUTE hours CCNP SWITCH hours CCNA Voice hours CCNA Wireless hours CCNA Security hours CCNA hours CCNA hours CCNA hours CCNA hours Cisco IT Essentials, A hours Although we recommend you follow the pathway from Certifi cate III up, you can enrol directly into any of these courses some Cisco prerequisites may apply.

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16 BACHELOR DEGREE Bachelor degree in focus BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (NETWORK SECURITY) Cybercrime costs the Australian economy more than a billion dollars every year. This ever-growing threat has created unprecedented demand for qualifi ed security professionals who can secure and monitor digital systems and networks and protect both personal and organisational privacy in cyberspace. The Bachelor of Information Technology (Network Security) offered at Meadowbank Campus is a three-year, professional degree offered by TAFE NSW Higher Education. It prepares you for employment as a network security specialist. The Northern Sydney Institute has developed this degree through rigorous consultation with industry and has created a program that gives you what employers are looking for right now in terms of technology, capability and security why would you want to study anywhere else? This course combines the theoretical and technological network security knowledge with a practical hands-on approach. This degree program also has critical interpersonal and relationship building skills covered, developing abilities in communication, problem solving and critical thinking to produce well-trained, analytical IT security specialists. With presentations and case studies by leading professional experts, our students develop tools and techniques for solving the security issues and challenges facing the business world today. WHY STUDY YOUR DEGREE WITH US? strong industry focus, with lectures from industry professionals practical, hands-on skills small class sizes with greater individual attention and support preparation for recognised industry certifi cations (such as Cisco CCNA and CCNP) membership of the Australian Computer Society (ACS) recognition of prior learning for those already working in the industry considerable credit transfer towards this degree for diploma/advanced diploma graduates. Security and risk management will be the networking skills in greatest demand by businesses over the next fi ve years Cisco Certificate Internetwork Expert Global Survey

17 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Course summary Course Name Award Course No. National Code Campus DATABASE AND SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT Information, Digital Media and Technology (Support) Certificate III ICA30111 H, M, NB, SL Information Technology Support (Database support) Certificate IV ICA40211 M, NB Database Design and Development Diploma ICA50511 NB Information Technology Business Analysis Advanced Diploma ICA60311 NB DIGITAL MEDIA Information, Digital Media and Technology (Multimedia) Certificate III ICA30111 H, M, SL Digital Media Technologies (Interactive media) Certificate IV ICA40811 H, NB Interactive Digital Media Interactive Digital Media Certificate IV Diploma CUF40207 CUF50207 Digital Photography - Intermediate nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement NB, SL Adobe Photoshop nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement NB Digital Photography Introduction nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement NB, SL Software Tools for Multimedia - Dreamweaver nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement H INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY GENERAL AND SUPPORT Information, Digital Media and Technology Certificate II ICA20111 H, M, NB Information, Digital Media and Technology (Applications) Information Technology Information Technology SL SL Certificate III ICA30111 H, M Certificate IV Diploma ICA40111 ICA50111 Information Technology Support (Service desk) Certificate IV ICA40211 M, SL Information Technology Support (Sustainability) Certificate IV ICA40211 NB, SL Virtualisation with VMWare and IT Power Management nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement SL Certified Ethical Hacking nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement SL SL SL For more information, log onto Click on Advanced Search. Select the industry from the drop down menu. KEY nsi+ H M NB SL NSI Plus course Available as a traineeship Hornsby Campus Meadowbank Campus Northern Beaches Campus St Leonards Campus Choose Study Ask us a course from 22 different industry areas. Visit nsi.edu.au full-time, part-time, online, face-to-face or by distance. today for career advice or more information. Call

18 NETWORKING & SECURITY Course summary Course Name Award Course No. National Code Campus NETWORKING AND SECURITY Cisco IT Essentials A+ nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement M CISCO CCNA Security Academy Instructor nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement M CISCO CCNA Security nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement M Cisco CCNA Voice nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement M Cisco CCNA Wireless nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement M CISCO CCNP ROUTE nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement M CISCO CCNP TSHOOT nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement M CISCO CCNP SWITCH nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement M CISCO CCNA Instructor Fast Track nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement M CISCO IT Essentials Instructor nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement M CISCO Academy CCNA 1 nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement M, NB, SL CISCO Academy CCNA 2 nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement M, NB, SL CISCO Academy CCNA 3 nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement M, SL CISCO Academy CCNA 4 nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement M, SL Information, Digital Media and Technology Certificate III ICA30111 M, NB, SL (Network administration) Information Technology Support (Network communications) Certificate IV ICA40211 SL Information Technology Networking Information Technology Networking Certificate IV Diploma ICA40411 ICA50411 M, NB, SL M, SL Information Technology Systems Administration Diploma ICA50311 NB, SL Network Security Advanced Diploma ICA60211 M Information Technology (Network Security) Bachelor Degree M For more information, log onto Click on Advanced Search. Select the industry from the drop down menu. KEY nsi+ H M NB SL NSI Plus course Available as a traineeship Hornsby Campus Meadowbank Campus Northern Beaches Campus St Leonards Campus

19 PROGRAMMING, SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT & WEBSITE TECHNOLOGIES Course summary Course Name Award Course No. National Code Campus PROGRAMMING AND SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT Introductory SQL nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement H SQL - Intermediate nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement H Introductory Java nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement H ICT Applications Certificate III ICA30111 H, M Programming Certificate IV ICA40511 H, M Software Development Diploma ICA50711 H WEBSITE TECHNOLOGIES Information, Digital Media and Technology (Web technologies) Certificate III ICA30111 H, M, NB, SL Web Based Technologies (Administration) Certificate IV ICA40311 M, NB Web Based Technologies (Design and development) Certificate IV ICA40311 H, NB, SL Website Development Diploma ICA50611 H, SL Website Design for Small Business nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement H Web Design for Small Business nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement NB For more information, log onto Click on Advanced Search. Select the industry from the drop down menu. KEY nsi+ H M NB SL NSI Plus course Available as a traineeship Hornsby Campus Meadowbank Campus Northern Beaches Campus St Leonards Campus WHAT IS NSI+ NSI Plus (also known as TAFE Plus) courses provide specialist or advanced training for individuals or groups. NSI Plus courses are designed to get you the skills you need in the shortest possible time. These courses are marked with nsi+ in the course list and have a different fee structure and enrolment process to regular TAFE courses. Go to Choose Study Ask us a course from 22 different industry areas. Visit nsi.edu.au full-time, part-time, online, face-to-face or by distance. today for career advice or more information. Call

20 Do weird and difficult things. Masaya Matsuura Game Design

21 Create an interactive career if you re game! All those hours in front of your console could be earning you money! Whether you want to be pwning noobs or creating MMO s, go on your own quest and channel your knowledge and excitement for gaming into a career where going to work every day is inspiring. At the Northern Sydney Institute, our courses in Games Development will boost your creativity and give you the expertise and experience to succeed in a growing and fastpaced industry. Power up your career in Games Development and complete a Certifi cate IV or Diploma of Digital and Interactive Games (Programming). You ll learn to create interactive web-based fl ash games, databases for online games, sounds for games, 2D characters, backgrounds and animations, and 3D characters, models and animations. Australia has a growing reputation for producing world class, innovative gaming talent. Working in the industry you will apply strategy and creativity to this world of pure imagination. Build your own RPG with your storylines, characters, and landscapes that are addictive to play and try to conquer. You might prefer to write complex codebases, ironing out bugs, simulating real world physics or developing Al logic to give your characters real intelligence. Render graphics or creating 3D positional sound that gives depth and believability to your virtual world. If you have ever thought that you could design better games than the ones you are playing, you are right! Industry facts A GAMER INDUSTRY Seven out of ten Australians play video games. Nine in ten Australian households have at least one device for playing interactive games. The local interactive games sector is forecast to grow at a compounded annual growth rate of 7.4% over the next 4 years. Industry revenue is expected to increase to $1.8 billion in Industry sources suggest that software publishing and video game design will grow by approximately 70% in the next 10 years. (Source: igea) 19

22 GAME DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT Your career in game design & development programming CERTIFICATE III CERTIFICATE IV DIPLOMA in Information, Digital Media and Technology (Multimedia) Employment options: 3D modeller/animator, animation/ visual effects designer, information architect, interactive media developer, interface designer, analyst developer, audiovisual specialist This is a preparatory qualifi cation which will give advanced users competence in a wide range of ICT technical functions. It covers the basics in design, development and use of multimedia with skills in 2D/3D modelling, animation, games development and animation sequencing. in Digital and Interactive Games (Programming) Employment options: support 2D/3D artist, assistant animator, assistant designer, support games developer, assistant graphic/media designer, interaction media developer, support digital media developer, assistant PC games programmer, support web designer This entry level course will qualify you for positions supporting the design, development and/or programming of basic digital games briefs as part of a larger development team. Programming content includes: applying artifi cial intelligence in game development, building a GUI, introductory programming, automating processes, objectoriented language skills, using a library or pre-existing components, object-oriented design, and mathematical techniques for software development. of Digital and Interactive Games (Programming) Employment options: 2D/3D artist, animator, designer, games developer, graphic/media designer, interactive digital media developer, PC games programmer, mobile games programmer, web designer This qualifi cation provides the opportunity to develop advanced design, graphic/digital media and programming skills required to work professionally in the industry either as a small independent specialist or as part of a larger games development team. It also provides opportunities to work in new and emerging games genres, such as online game development, mobile device gaming, interactive internet and TV game development. Programming content includes: multiple programming languages including C++ Designing 2D and 3D games Creating 2D and 3D assets for games Mathematics for game applications Database technologies video and audio editing. UNIVERSITY PATHWAY The Northern Sydney Institute has worked closely with Macquarie University to provide a seemless pathway to either of their Bachelor of IT (Games Design and Development) or their Bachelor of Arts (Interactivity and Games) degree programs. Successful applicants will be eligible for 24 credit points towards their degree. MAP YOUR PATHWAY

23 MAP YOUR PATHWAY GAME DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT Your career game design & development CERTIFICATE III CERTIFICATE IV DIPLOMA in Information, Digital Media and Technology (Multimedia) Employment options: 3D modeller/animator, animation/ visual effects designer, information architect, interactive media developer, interface designer, analyst developer, audiovisual specialist This is a preparatory qualifi cation which will give advanced users competence in a wide range of ICT technical functions. It covers the basics in design, development and use of multimedia with skills in 2D/3D modelling, animation, games development and animation sequencing. in Digital and Interactive Games (Art) Employment options: support 2D/3D artist, assistant animator, assistant designer, support games developer, assistant graphic/media designer, interaction media developer, support digital media developer, assistant PC games programmer, support web designer This entry level course will qualify you for positions supporting the design, development and/or programming of basic digital games briefs as part of a larger development team. Art content includes: 2D/3D digital animations, models, visual effects and textures, produce/edit digital images, 3D characters and digital models and image rendering processes. of Digital and Interactive Games (Art) Employment options: 2D/3D artist, animator, designer, games developer, graphic/media designer, interactive digital media developer, PC games programmer, mobile games programmer, web designer This qualifi cation provides the opportunity to develop advanced design, graphic/digital media and programming skills required to work professionally in the industry either as a small independent specialist or as part of a larger games development team. It also provides opportunities to work in new and emerging games genres, such as online game development, mobile device gaming, interactive internet and TV game development. Art content includes: designing models for a 3D environment, creating advanced particles, fl uids and bodies for 3D digital effects, animating a 3D character, rigging in 3D animation, combining 3D digital games and components and creating complex 3D characters for games. UNIVERSITY PATHWAY The diploma is recognised by many universities and for graduates can attract up to one year of credit.

24 GAMES DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT Course Game design summary & development courses in focus Are you creative and love digital games? Imagine turning all that computer knowledge, passion and excitement for games into a career! At the Northern Sydney Institute, our courses in Games Development will boost your creativity and give you the expertise and experience to succeed in this fast-paced industry. You can kick start your career in Games Development, complete a Certificate IV or Diploma of Digital and Interactive Games (Programming). You ll learn how to create interactive web-based flash games, databases for online games, sound for games, 2D characters, backgrounds, and animations, and 3D characters, models, and animations. For those who just can t get enough of interactive games graphics and art, we also offer the Certificate IV or Diploma in Digital and Interactive Games Art. We will give you skills you need to work as an animator, digital media designer, developer or mobile games programmer in next to no time! 22

25 GAMES DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT COURSES Course summary Course Name Award Course No. National Code Campus Information, Digital Media and Technology (Multimedia) Certificate III ICA30111 H, M, SL Digital Media Technologies (Interactive media) Certificate IV ICA40811 H, NB Digital and Interactive Games (Programming) Digital and Interactive Games (Programming) Digital and Interactive Games (Art) Digital and Interactive Games (Art) Interactive Digital Media Interactive Digital Media Certificate IV Diploma Certificate IV Diploma Certificate IV Diploma ICA40911 ICA50211 ICA40911 ICA50211 CUF40207 CUF50207 Adobe Photoshop nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement NB H, SL H, SL H H SL SL For more information, log onto Click on Advanced Search. Select the industry from the drop down menu. KEY H M NB SL Available as a traineeship Hornsby Campus Meadowbank Campus Northern Beaches Campus St Leonards Campus WHAT IS NSI+ NSI Plus (also known as TAFE Plus) courses provide specialist or advanced training for individuals or groups. NSI Plus courses are designed to get you the skills you need in the shortest possible time. These courses are marked with nsi+ in the course list and have a different fee structure and enrolment process to regular TAFE courses. Go to Choose Study Ask us a course from 22 different industry areas. Visit nsi.edu.au full-time, part-time, online, face-to-face or by distance. today for career advice or more information. Call

26 Whoever controls the media the images controls the culture. Allen Ginsberg Media & Entertainment

27 Let your career take centre stage! In the darkness of the cinema you are riveted as the fi nal scene plays out. The house lights come on and as the credits roll and as everyone else fi les out of the cinema, you stay behind waiting to see your name up on the big screen. It s a dream you ve entertained forever and now it has come true. You work on documentaries, music videos and fi lm, and you can frame a shot within seconds. On location with Australia s fi nest fi lmmakers, you discuss lens choice, focus settings and camera angles and then fi lming can begin. It is hard work but the rewards of creating something out of an unformed idea is what pushes you. Your focus may be sound. You are aware of the crucial part it plays in connecting people and experiences. Discover real time editing and work with our state of the art mixers. Whether you are engineering a conference with 1000 delegates or an intimate theatre performance, the quality of your engineering can make or break the outcome. At the Northern Sydney Institute you will develop specialist knowledge on how to manage production requirements, operate and maintain a range of sound equipment, as well as plan record, mix and edit sound! For those about to rock we have a practical course, Live Sound for Rock Bands, which will give you the skills to complete full set up for a live band performance using today s audio technology. Whatever your specialisation, the Northern Sydney Institute will provide you with the theory and practical, hands-on experience that will allow your dreams to become a reality. Industry facts A CREATIVE INDUSTRY The modern picture and video production industry will continue to grow through to Industry reserve is forecast to increase to $2.7 billion (2.3%). This growth will relate to a rise in both domestic and international fi lm production as global economic conditions improve, supported by attractive government aid fi nancing incentives. Source: IBIS World 25

28 MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT Your career in screen and media CERTIFICATE III CERTIFICATE IV DIPLOMA in Media Employment opportunities: camera/lighting assistant, editing assistant, interactive media author assistant, production assistant An introduction to the fi lm and television industry combining creative thinking subjects and practical classes that bring students together in a production crew environment. You will learn how to write and plan projects, shoot material, vision and sound. in Screen and Media Employment opportunities: camera/lighting operator, production coordinator, asset management operator, editing assistant, sound assistant and animation/visual effects designer This the entry level qualifi cation for the fi lm, television and digital media industries. You will learn single camera and multicamera techniques, scriptwriting, location sound recording, editing on AVID MC, lighting, pre-production and how to work as a freelancer. of Screen and Media Employment opportunities: television producer, media production manager, post production operator, editor and camera/lighting operator The Diploma is offered for people who want to work in the fi lm and television industry in a variety of roles in the specialised fi elds of edit, camera and sound production. Originate and develop an idea for a production, write scripts, direct, and learn to work effectively as a member of a production crew in both documentary and drama productions. You will also implement sound design, editing and create titles for screen productions. Students will gain a broad working knowledge of the Australian fi lm and television industry, learn how to work safely and use effective communication skills. The outcomes of the diploma focus on quality and professionalism and include cross media delivery platforms, including new media. UNIVERSITY PATHWAYS Graduates receive credit towards a degree at major Australian universities. MAP YOUR PATHWAY

29 MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT Media & Entertainment courses in focus BE THE STAR BEHIND THE BIG SCREEN St Leonards Campus is home to the only broadcast quality fi lm and television training studios in TAFE NSW. Our facilities include digital widescreen multi-camera studios, non-linear editing suites and a state-of-the-art sound recording studio. We teach AVID media composer and Pro Tools and are part of the AVID Learning Partner Program. We have the very latest in digital equipment so at the end of your course you can be sure you are industry ready. At the Northern Sydney Institute, we offer a range of fi lm, television and sound operation courses including the Certifi cate IV and Diploma of Screen and Media, the Certifi cate IV and Diploma of Sound Production and the Certifi cate III in Media or Technical Production. We also offer short specialist courses in Live Sound for Rock Bands, Short Film Making and AVID Media Composer 101. Many of our students graduate directly into roles with Australia s leading TV broadcasters and fi lm companies. They are highly valued for their hands-on experience and work readiness. 27

30 MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT Media & Entertainment courses in focus Lucy Lowe DIPLOMA OF SCREEN AND MEDIA Date completed: December 2012 St Leonards Campus What was your goal when you enrolled in the course? To gain fulltime employment in the television industry TESTIMONIAL Currently I am employed full-time at the Nine Network in NewsPromos as an editor where I am within arm s reach of becoming a promo producer. I work in a small team of four, and three of us were educated at the Northern Sydney Institute s Film and TV unit. I defi nitely wouldn t be living the dream had I not attended the Northern Sydney Institute. I can t quite fi nd the right words to express the gratitude I have for all the wonderful teachers at the St Leonards Campus. I know very well that I would not have even been considered for the job, had I not been taught at the Northern Sydney Institute

31 Case Study TEDxNORTHERNSYDNEYINSTITUTE In August 2013, the Northern Sydney Institute became part of an international movement dedicated to sharing innovative ideas when it hosted TEDxNorthernSydneyInstitute on at the St Leonards Learning and Innovation Campus. As the fi rst TAFE Institute to be granted a license for a TEDx event, the Northern Sydney Institute seized the opportunity to inspire and involve staff and students. Talented students from fl oristry, carpentry, event management, and fi lm and television were given the chance to contribute to the TEDx culture of inspired learning and shared knowledge. The entire event was staged and recorded in the St Leonards Campus broadcast quality studio on campus with students making up the production crew. Lachlan Robertson, from the Certifi cate IV in Screen and Media course, gained invaluable practical experience which contributed to his assessment. During the event, he rotated between the roles of director, fl oor manager, camera operator, audio director and vision mixer; all under the guidance and instruction of industry professionals. Ever since he can remember Lachlan Robertson has had a fascination with cameras, lighting and television. The Northern Sydney Institute has a great reputation in the industry and the facilities that we learn in are of the highest quality. The course has the theoretical foundation that leaves you feeling confi dent in your knowledge and also offers the practical learning experience to be better prepared for the workplace, he says. Margaret Purcell, Head Teacher of Film and Television, said that working on world recognised events, such as TEDx, gives students an insight into the realities of the industry and the opportunity to connect with people who can help them on their journey. Thanks to the effort, enthusiasm, and skill of the staff and students who worked on the event, recordings of TEDxNorthernSydneyInstitute are now available to a worldwide audience on the TEDx YouTube channel. For Lachlan, who hopes to continue on to diploma level next semester, the experience was great fun and further fuelled his passion to continue pursuing his goals in fi lm and television. 29

32 MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT Your career in sound production CERTIFICATE III CERTIFICATE IV DIPLOMA in Technical Production Employment opportunities: assistant sound mixer, audio-visual operator, casual technician, live sound assistant Learn about music production technology and gain the skills and knowledge to begin a career in the music industry. This course will prepare you to apply for the Certifi cate IV in Sound Production. From the specialist elective units offered, you may select audio/sound, or lighting, or staging, or vision systems and other elective units for a career in the music and creative arts industry. in Sound Production Employment opportunities: sound mixer/technician, sound recordist, live sound operator If you already have a basic understanding of music technology and want to establish a career as a professional audio technician, sound designer or audio engineer you can start with the Certifi cate IV in Sound Production. You ll learn about studio operations, digital audio production and PA assembly for live shows while developing your own creativity and business acumen. Explore the world of live events, studio recording, sound mixing, copyright law and essential music industry business skills. From the specialist elective units you can learn to operate and maintain a range of audio/sound equipment and plan, record, mix and edit sound. From the other elective units you can develop ICT/digital, rigging, postproduction or small and micro business skills. of Sound Production Employment opportunities: studio sound engineer, mix engineer, live sound engineer (music), live sound engineer (theatre), studio assistant, production assistant, audio post-production engineer, composer, outside broadcast engineer, venue coordinator, recording artist, electronic musician, music and dialogue editor, location recordist If you want to work at a more advanced level in the creative arts, music, performing and entertainment industries as an assistant sound engineer or sound designer this course will give you the skills you need. With a range of specialist elective units you can learn to plan, develop and implement audio/sound design and sound recordings or operate and maintain a variety of sound recording, production and playback equipment. Other elective units allow you to develop ICT/digital, rigging, post-production, project management and business skills for a career in the music and creative arts industries. UNIVERSITY PATHWAYS Graduates can receive credit towards a degree at major Australian universities. MAP YOUR PATHWAY

33 MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT Course summary Course Name Award Course No. National Code Campus Introduction to AVID Media Composer MC101 nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement SL Live Sound for Rock Bands nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement ICA60311 SL Media Certificate III CUF30107 SL Screen and Media Certificate IV CUF40107 SL Screen and Media Diploma CUF50107 SL Short Film Making Introduction nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement SL Sound Production Certificate IV CUS40209 SL Sound Production Diploma CUS50209 SL Technical Production Certificate III CUS30209 SL TV Edit Assist Fundamentals nsi+ TAFE Plus Statement SL For more information, log onto Click on Advanced Search. Select the industry from the drop down menu. WHAT IS NSI+ KEY nsi+ M SL NSI Plus course Available as a traineeship Meadowbank Campus St Leonards Campus NSI Plus (also known as TAFE Plus) courses provide specialist or advanced training for individuals or groups. NSI Plus courses are designed to get you the skills you need in the shortest possible time. These courses are marked with nsi+ in the course list and have a different fee structure and enrolment process to regular TAFE courses. Go to Choose Study Ask us a course from 22 different industry areas. Visit nsi.edu.au full-time, part-time, online, face-to-face or by distance. today for career advice or more information. Call

34 Design is not the narrow application of formal skills; it is a way of thinking. Chris Pullman Design

35 Design a well positioned career. Imagine sitting in a restaurant looking out the window to see two buses going past, their whole sides covered with a striking tumble of imagery and words. You re not the only one who turns to look, but you re the only who feels a rush of pride, because it is your design that has revitalised your client s brand and helped push the sales for that month through the roof. As the senior graphic designer for a leading Australian fashion house, it is your job to make this season s collection stand out from the rest. From in-store point-of-sale to online advertising, your design skill gives life to words and ideas to make people believe. Being creative for a living is hard work, you put your heart and soul into it, but when you see the fi nal product, larger than life, it is all worth it. Whether you want to work freelance, in a studio or for a large organisation, from logo design to billboard posters, the Northern Sydney Institute can help you put your mark on the world. Industry facts A WELL DESIGNED INDUSTRY The graphic design industry is undergoing resurgence, with over double the annual growth in revenue expected for the next 5 years, to reach a whopping $5.15 billon by Employment for graphic and web designers and illustrators is expected to grow very strongly to Demand for designers skilled in the latest digital and mobile development technologies is aggressively on the rise. The ability to work across all types of media is the key to securing quality work in both freelance and permanent engagements. (Source: IBIS world, joboutlook.gov.au) 33