Certificate III in Design Fundamentals
Course details
Overview
The Certificate III in Design Fundamentals will provide an introduction to a variety of basic skills in art and design. Students will experiment in printmaking, drawing, photography, 2D and 3D digital design using Adobe Creative Cloud applications, explore colour theory and research aspects of the design industry over two years of study.
Careers
Junior designer, Design assistant, Pre-press operator.
Pathways
Students who complete the course are well placed to pathway into the Certificate IV in Design, the Certificate IV in Visual Arts, the Diploma of Graphic Design or Diploma of Visual Arts courses at SuniTAFE Mildura.
Entry Requirements
Applicants are required to undertake a Pre-Training Review to help confirm the course is suitable.
Units & Assessment
Core Units
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| CUAACD311 | Produce drawings to communicate ideas | 90 | $20.00 |
| CUADES201 | Follow a design process | 50 | $5.00 |
| CUADES301 | Explore the use of colour | 50 | $5.00 |
| CUADES302 | Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms | 60 | $5.00 |
| CUADES304 | Source and apply design industry knowledge | 20 | $5.00 |
| CUAPPR311 | Produce creative work | 45 | $5.00 |
| CUAWHS312 | Apply work health and safety practices | 30 | $5.00 |
Elective Units
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| CUADES303 | Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms | 60 | $5.00 |
| CUADIG304 | Create visual design components | 30 | $5.00 |
| CUAPPR314 | Participate in collaborative creative projects | 50 | $5.00 |
| CUAPRI211 | Develop printmaking skills | 50 | $25.00 |
| CUASCU211 | Develop sculptural skills | 50 | $25.00 |
Your particular units of study will be determined from the core and elective units required for this qualification.
RPL is a formal assessment process that recognises relevant skills and knowledge you have already gained through previous training, work and life experiences. Contact the Institute today to discuss your options for RPL.
RPL is a formal assessment process that recognises relevant skills and knowledge you have already gained through previous training, work and life experiences. Contact the Institute today to discuss your options for RPL.
Course Fees
| 2026 | |
| Government Subsidised | $5,268 |
| Concession | $203 |
| Self-Funded | $6,682 |
Average total fees include designated materials and will vary according to your specific unit choices and other factors.
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
For information on refunds in relation to withdrawals, transfers and cancellations refer to the following policies and procedures.
Refund of Course Fees Policy
Student Withdrawal and Refund of Course Fees Procedure
Please visit our Fees and Charges page for more information.
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
For information on refunds in relation to withdrawals, transfers and cancellations refer to the following policies and procedures.
Refund of Course Fees Policy
Student Withdrawal and Refund of Course Fees Procedure
Please visit our Fees and Charges page for more information.
Course Intakes
| Intake | Campus | Course Details |
| 2026 February | Mildura Campus | Part Time, Classroom, Full Year, VET Delivery to Secondary Students, 9.00AM - 3.00PM |
