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Creativity, Innovation and Collaboration

The ability to:

(a) analyse information;

(b) utilise process design principles;

(c) troubleshoot and solve a problem;

(d) conceptualise an innovative and creative design solution;

(e) apply entrepreneurial models and approaches;

(f) work with others to realise a product;

(g) apply pre-production skills and techniques;

(h) plan and design innovative solutions; and,

(i) apply the creative process to solve local/regional problems.

Presentation and Communication skills

The ability to:

(a) select and use appropriate tools/technology;

(b) use appropriate terminology in discussing their discipline;

(c) articulate ideas/concepts effectively during a pitch.

 PREREQUISITES OF THE SYLLABUS

Any person who has completed five years of secondary education or its equivalent should normally
be able to pursue the course of study defined by the syllabus. However, it is desirable that a candidate
has some knowledge of drawing and digital image processing, as well as good verbal and written
communication skills.

 SOFTWARE AND EQUIPMENT

Candidates must be able to access equipment and materials that provide them with opportunities to
participate in activities in a learning environment similar to that of a real animation and game design
workplace. This access can be inside or outside of the classroom and should include open source
software relevant to Animation and Game Design.

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