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This Statement of Attainment is comprised of two units of competency (subjects).
The following is an overview for Perform Basic Vision and Sound Editing and Edit Digital Content for Fast Turnaround.
Perform Basic Vision and Sound Editing:
After completing this unit, you will have the skills and knowledge required to perform basic editing functions for media productions. It involves preparing source materials to be edited and completing basic edits according to production requirements.
The unit applies to those who are responsible for digitising, cutting and logging pre-recorded image and audio content under the direction of an experienced editor. Within clearly defined parameters, they also edit content using the basic functions of editing software.
Edit Digital Content for Fast Turnaround:
After completing this unit, you will have the skills and knowledge required to use non-linear digital facilities to edit digital content for fast turnaround. It involves identify and preparing source materials, undertaking edits of materials, assembling vision, sound and effects, and finalising edits according to production requirements.
The unit applies to those who have a reasonable level of experience who are involved in editing for screen and daily programs such as television news, web shows, and current affairs. At times they work on more complex programs of a formatted or routine nature, or on the editing of daily rushes for feature films.
Qualification: |
Statement of Attainment - Editing for Screen |
Course No: |
SA-BD59 |
Campus: |
CIT Reid |
Duration: |
Eight (8) weeks part time, with one (1) x three (3) hour session per week. Approximately 6 hours of additional work will be required which includes both online and practical. Such work will include editing practice (on- and off-campus) and online reading/research. |
Cost Info: |
The 2023 Semester 1 enrolment fees for this course are based on the costs per subject as indicated below. The total course cost may vary depending on the choice of elective subjects or if subjects are attempted more than once. Subject costs identified as Standard are partially subsidised by the ACT Government. Concessions may be available to eligible students. |
Indicative Cost: |
$650 |
Likely Job Outcome: |
Media and entertainment production - post-production Entry-level work as an editor’s assistant, freelance editor of screen content, OR gives you one element in the package of the skills / knowledge required before applying for entry to CUA51020 the Diploma of Screen and Media at CIT. |
Application Type: |
Standard; Fee Free TAFE |
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Additional Information
You are required to have the following equipment to undertake this course:
Headphones (that fully enclose the ears, not earbuds); hard drive (capacity 1TB min.)
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Entry Requirements
To study any course at CIT (excluding degrees and non-accredited training) you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).
Literacy Skills Information
We suggest that you will need Australian Core Skills Framework literacy levels of at least 4 across reading, writing, learning, oral communication and, depending on your course of study, numeracy skills to successfully complete this course. If you do not have this level, you can still enrol and seek support to improve your skills or you may prefer to begin with the lower level course. Please visit Foundation Skills.
Transition Information
Qualifications at CIT are regularly updated or replaced to meet current industry needs and maximise your employment opportunities. If this occurs while you are part way through a qualification, you may need to vary your learning to meet the new national requirements. CIT will aim to make this as smooth as possible for you.
Subject Cancellations/Changes
To ensure positive outcomes for all students, CIT may need to cancel or change classes at short notice. CIT will make every effort to inform students as soon as changes are made and will also make every effort to offer alternative arrangements for students to meet the requirements of the subject and complete their qualification. In an unfortunate instance when this cannot be met, you will receive a full refund. Please ensure you maintain current contact details via CIT Self Service or by contacting CIT Student Services at infoline@cit.edu.au.
Subject Information
Complete 2 subjects
Core: Complete all 2
Related Courses
| Diploma | Screen and Media CUA51020 |
| Statement Attainment | Write Content for Media |
| Statement Attainment | Camera Skills for Screen |
More Information
For more information about this course please contact CIT Student Services on (02) 6207 3188 or email infoline@cit.edu.au