CERTIFICATE IV IN ARTS (INTERIOR DECORATION)

DURATION
1 year full-time, or equivalent hours part-time
52 weeks, 699 hours
(minimum 20 hours per week)

VTAC CODES: 89272, 89273(OS)
NATIONAL COURSE CODE: 14300VIC
CRICOS COURSE CODE: 030904M

Interior Decoration packs: Local Students :: International Students

Educational Pathways
Certificate IV in Arts (Interior Decoration)	Employment
Diploma of Arts (Interior Decoration and Design)	Employment
Advanced Diploma of Interior Design	Employment

COURSE OUTCOMES

The Design Institute of Australia (DIA) has established the following definitions of interior decorators.
An Interior Decorator
• embellishes space operating within an existing space;
• is involved with issues of style and aesthetics most commonly of domestic interior;
• may specify product and specify a schedule of finishes but will not usually produce drawings for construction purposes;
• works closely with furnishings, art, antiques, fabrics and colours;
• is likely to have a broad knowledge of the vast range of available products;
• does not require a degree.

OCCUPATIONAL AREAS

On successful completion of the Certificate IV in Arts (Interior Decoration) a graduate may apply for employment as assistant decoration consultants in specialised wholesale or retail outlets or with independent interior decorators / design consultancies.

COURSE STRUCTURE

To obtain the Certificate IV in Arts (Interior Decoration) a graduate must successfully complete all modules as follows.

Certificate IV in Arts (Interior Decoration)

Code	Module (Subject)	Hours
YEAR 1
VBS635	Occupational Health and Safety	16
VBS640	Computer Aided Design	32
VBS638	Design Principles and Elements	48
NCS007	Presenting Information	20
ABC055	Working Drawings 1	70
ABC041	Presentation Drawings 1	36
ABC009	CAD 1	36
ABC001	Construction 1	54
VBG880	Sales Techniques	27
VBG881	Colour Studies 1	36
VBG882	Colour Studies 2	36
VBG883	Materials and Finishes	36
VBG884	Soft Furnishings 1	54
VBG885	Design History 1	54
VBG886	Design Studio 1	90
VBG893	Furniture Drawing and Details	54

Modules are often packaged and offered in different forms to coordinate and cater the needs of students Each module specifies nominal hours and may be adjusted for individual student group needs.

ARTICULATION & CREDIT TRANSFER

The Certificate IV in Arts (Interior Decoration) contains modules drawn from the Art and Design Curriculum Framework and the National Advanced Building Studies Curriculum. Students successfully completing these modules are eligible for credit transfer into courses containing these modules. Student successfully completing the Certificate IV in Arts (Interior Decoration) will be eligible for entry in the Diploma of Arts (Interior Decoration & Design). Students who successfully complete the Certificate IV in Arts (Interior Decoration) may also be eligible for internal transfer to the Bachelor of Architecture Degree offered at OPIE.

DIPLOMA OF ART (INTERIOR DECORATION AND DESIGN)

DURATION
2 years full-time, or equivalent hours part-time
104 weeks, 722 hours
(minimum 20 hours per week)

VTAC CODES: 89212, 89213(OS)
NATIONAL COURSE CODE: 14299VIC
CRICOS COURSE CODE: 030709C

Educational Pathways
Certificate IV in Arts (Interior Decoration)
Diploma of Arts (Interior Decoration and Design)	Employment
Advanced Diploma of Interior Design	Employment

COURSE OUTCOMES

The Design Institute of Australia (DIA) has established the following definitions of interior decorators and designers.

An Interior Decorator:
• embellishes space operating within an existing space;
• is involved with issues of style and aesthetics most commonly of domestic interior;
• may specify product and specify a schedule of finishes but will not usually produce drawings for construction purposes;
• works closely with furnishings, art, antiques, fabrics and colours;
• is likely to have a broad knowledge of the vast range of available products;
• does not require a degree.

An Interior Designer:
• manipulates space, making alterations to existing spaces through structural alterations;
• has a degree from an established design school or recognised portfolio;
• is trained in building construction, lighting, materials, building regulations and components;
• can produce construction drawings and manage fit out contracts;
• can design commercial projects involving aspects of public health, welfare and safety.

Occupational Areas

The Diploma of Arts (Interior Decoration and Design) prepares a student for a vocation in the Interior Decoration and Interior Design fields. Successful completion of the Diploma of Arts (Interior Decoration and Design) will enable a graduate to seek employment within the decoration industry or to seek employment as an assistant in a design consultancy. Full qualification as an interior designer will require additional advanced or degree studies (see Articulation).

COURSE STRUCTURE

To obtain the Diploma of Arts (Interior Decoration and Design) a graduate must successfully complete the Certificate IV in Arts (Interior Decoration) and all the modules specific to the Diploma as follows:

Diploma in Arts (Interior Decoration & Design)

Code	Module (Subject)	Hours
YEAR 1
VBS635	Occupational Health and Safety	16
VBS640	Computer Aided Design	32
VBS638	Design Principles and Elements	48
NCS007	Presenting Information	20
ABC055	Working Drawings 1	70
ABC041	Presentation Drawings 1	36
ABC009	CAD 1	36
ABC001	Construction 1	54
VBG880	Sales Techniques	27
VBG881	Colour Studies 1	36
VBG882	Colour Studies 2	36
VBG883	Materials and Finishes	36
VBG884	Soft Furnishings 1	54
VBG885	Design History 1	54
VBG886	Design Studio 1	90
VBG893	Furniture Drawing and Details	54
YEAR 2
VBS637	Focus on Industry	16
VBS636	Business Practice	16
ABC002	Construction 2	54
ABC010	CAD 2	36
ABC011	CAD 3 – 3D Models	36
ABC042	Presentation Drawings 2	36
VBG887	Soft Furnishings 2	54
VBG888	Industry Research Project	38
VBG889	Lighting	36
VBG890	Design History 2	36
VBG891	Design Studio 2	108
VBG892	Design Studio 3	216
VBS273	Introduction to Small Business Management	40

Modules are often packaged and offered in different forms to coordinate and cater the needs of students. Each module specifies nominal hours and may be adjusted for individual student group needs.

MEMBERSHIPS / AFFILIATONS

Students successfully completing the Diploma of Arts (Interior Decoration and Design) may apply for associate membership of the Design Institute of Australia and/or the Building Designers Association of Victoria.

ARTICULATION & CREDIT TRANSFER

The Diploma of Arts (Interior Decoration and Design) contains modules drawn from the Art and Design Curriculum Framework and the National Advanced Building Studies Curriculum. Students successfully completing these modules are eligible for credit transfer into courses containing these modules. Student successfully completing the Diploma of Arts (Interior Decoration and Design) may be able to apply for exemption from components of related
higher education, degree courses. Completion of the Diploma of Arts (Interior Decoration and Design) may provide eligibilty for internal transfer to the Bachelor of Architecture Degree offered at OPIE.