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ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Gaming Development)

ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Gaming Development)

National ID ICT40120 State ID AC17
Delve into the creative world of gaming

Learn industry standard software for gaming development, virtual (VR) and augmented reality (AR,360).

Complete this course and confidently apply for in-demand roles such as 3D modelling and animation, interactive media design and production, and user interface design.

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Person with VR headset develops game.

This course remains FEE FREE in 2024! The tuition fees are 100 per cent subsidised by the WA Government for WA residents.

Some eligibility conditions apply for the free training, and other fees may apply for some courses. Please see the FAQs on our Skills Ready page for further information.

* Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training. Tuition fees are free, but resource fees may be payable for some courses

CampusesThornlie.

When Semester 2, 2023. Semester 1, 2024.

Study Mode On Campus.

Launch into a future-proof IT career

When you complete the Certificate IV in Information Technology (Gaming Development) you will gain career enhancing knowledge and skills to support a wide range of growing gaming development, virtual (VR) and augmented reality (AR, 360) fields. Opportunities exist to engage in real life projects using industry standard software, skills, and knowledge.

This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.

Specialist facilities on-campus

Our Simulated Games Development Studio at the Thornlie campus provides a training environment designed to emulate professional industry working conditions and provide access to current industry-standard hardware and software. The simulated studio also provides students with opportunities to collaborate with other digital media students to create engaging interactive applications for a range of industries and platforms.

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  • 3D modelling
  • immersive technologies
  • coding for games
  • 3D animation
  • simple artificial intelligence
  • interactive media design
  • rapid prototyping
  • industry standard game design software and hardware
  • all SM TAFE certificate IV IT qualifications include core skills of programming ethics and privacy, cyber risk management, critical thinking, new technology research, teamwork and client support

In order to make an informed choice about the suitability of this course, you must take into account the essential skills and knowledge required to undertake this study.

  • ability to problem solve
  • ability to work well with others and good communication skills
  • ability to work as part of a team
  • be technically minded and creative

Important information

Select your preferred campus and apply

Semester 1, 2024

Details

Duration 2 Semesters
When Semester 1, 2024
Where Thornlie
How On Campus

Units and fees

Semester 1, 2024

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
BSBCRT404 Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes $0.00 $22.75
ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques $0.00 $18.75
ICTICT451 Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments $0.00 $26.00
ICTICT443 Work collaboratively in the ICT industry $0.00 $14.50
National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
Write narrative scripts for interactive games
$0.00 $29.25
Create design documents for interactive games
$0.00 $14.50
Identify and apply games design and game play principles
$0.00 $18.75
Produce interactive games
$0.00 $29.25
Use simple modelling for animation
$0.00 $19.75
Develop 3-D components for interactive games
$0.00 $24.00
Semester 1, 2024 fee
  Tuition fee Resource fee Total fee*
General $0.00 $217.50 $217.50

Semester 2, 2024

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
BSBXCS404 Contribute to cyber security risk management $0.00 $12.50
ICTICT426 Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices $0.00 $27.25
ICTSAS432 Identify and resolve client ICT problems $0.00 $16.75
National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
Use 3-D software interface and toolsets
$0.00 $18.75
Create 3-D characters for interactive games
$0.00 $24.00
Apply artificial intelligence in game development
$0.00 $29.25
Design interactive media
$0.00 $18.75
Design and create 3-D digital models
$0.00 $24.00
Prepare and complete image rendering processes
$0.00 $24.00
Build graphical user interfaces
$0.00 $9.50
Semester 2, 2024 fee
  Tuition fee Resource fee Total fee*
General $0.00 $204.75 $204.75

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

Semester 2, 2023

Details

Duration 2 Semesters
When Semester 2, 2023
Where Thornlie
How On Campus

Units and fees

Semester 2, 2023

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
BSBCRT404 Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes $0.00 $22.75
ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques $0.00 $18.75
ICTICT451 Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments $0.00 $26.00
ICTICT443 Work collaboratively in the ICT industry $0.00 $14.50
National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
Write narrative scripts for interactive games
$0.00 $29.25
Create design documents for interactive games
$0.00 $14.50
Identify and apply games design and game play principles
$0.00 $18.75
Produce interactive games
$0.00 $29.25
Use simple modelling for animation
$0.00 $19.75
Develop 3-D components for interactive games
$0.00 $24.00
Semester 2, 2023 fee
  Tuition fee Resource fee Total fee*
General $0.00 $217.50 $217.50

Semester 1, 2024

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
BSBXCS404 Contribute to cyber security risk management $0.00 $12.50
ICTICT426 Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices $0.00 $27.25
ICTSAS432 Identify and resolve client ICT problems $0.00 $16.75
National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
Use 3-D software interface and toolsets
$0.00 $18.75
Create 3-D characters for interactive games
$0.00 $24.00
Apply artificial intelligence in game development
$0.00 $29.25
Design interactive media
$0.00 $18.75
Design and create 3-D digital models
$0.00 $24.00
Prepare and complete image rendering processes
$0.00 $24.00
Build graphical user interfaces
$0.00 $9.50
Semester 1, 2024 fee
  Tuition fee Resource fee Total fee*
General $0.00 $204.75 $204.75

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

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