This qualification reflects the role of ceramicists who combine specialised technical, creative and conceptual skills to develop their own ceramics practice. They are able to plan, design and realise a body of ceramic work using in-depth skills specific to ceramics technologies, materials and processes. Practice at this level is underpinned by a sound grasp of ceramics and broader art and design theory and history, as well as the ability to critically analyse and synthesise information from a range of sources. Discourse and communication around complex ideas are also required.
Ceramicists may work as sole practitioners or in organisations that design and produce ceramic objects, such as specialist tile manufacturers or makers of landscape and gardening items. The purpose of the work may be artistic or functional. Ceramic artists also often teach in a range of community contexts.
Subjects
Total number of units = 20
11 core units plus
9 elective units
The elective units consist of:
2 units from Group A
2 units from Group B
of the remaining 5 units:
up to 5 may be from Group A and/or Group B
up to 5 may be from a Certificate IV or above in any currently endorsed Training Package
up to 3 may be from an accredited course at Certificate IV or above.
The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet local industry needs.
The following examples are designed to assist in the selection of appropriate electives for particular outcomes at this level, but are in no way prescriptive.
Ceramic artist operating small independent practice
Core units plus:
BSBSMB301A Investigate micro business opportunities
BSBSMB304A Determine resource requirements for the micro business
BSBSMB305A Comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for the micro business
It is recommended that people entering this qualification have some experience in the technical and artistic aspects of ceramics practice or a related arts practice. This may be demonstrated through completion of a qualification, such as CUV40111 Certificate IV in Visual Arts with a specialisation in ceramics.
Pathways out of the qualification
The conceptual and theoretical content in this qualification prepares individuals for learning at higher levels. People with a Diploma of Ceramics may engage in further learning in vocational and higher education through Advanced Diploma and Degree qualifications in visual arts or the broader range of arts-related disciplines.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Licensing Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Employability Skills
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the visual arts, craft and design industries for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.
Employability skill
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification
Communication
responding appropriately to feedback on own skill development and performance
consulting with peers and mentors about a range of issues related to own practice
documenting own work
engaging in critical discourse with colleagues and peers
Teamwork
collaborating with others artists
sharing ideas
seeking feedback and guidance from mentors
Problem-solving
analysing complex information and responding with creative solutions
developing solutions for complex design challenges
balancing potentially conflicting needs
evaluating the effectiveness of solutions
Initiative and enterprise
working creatively with an art form
developing ideas from historical and contemporary research
achieving own individual style of creative expression
Planning and organising
planning a creative project
monitoring own work and introducing strategies to improve skills and knowledge
conducting a range of research to inform work projects
planning work tasks in a logical sequence
setting work and practice goals
planning for a sustainable professional practice
Self-management
developing goals for professional practice
taking responsibility for own professional development
monitoring own work and introducing strategies to improve performance
using knowledge of industry and legal frameworks within own practice
Learning
developing strong artistic technique
identifying opportunities to maintain and enhance industry knowledge
seeking feedback from colleagues and mentors
exploring and testing new approaches
participating in industry networks and professional development opportunities
Technology
using an extended range of materials and technologies relevant to specific creative practice
