OCN NI
Level 3
QN: 603/0241/0
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OCN NI Level 3 Diploma in Creative Arts and Digital Technologies
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by OCN NI. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 1069 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
OCN NI
Syllabus Units
32 Units
Guided Hours
1069 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Capturing and Editing Audio Sequences
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use audio hardware and software to capture sequences.
- Be able to use audio software tools.
- Be able to play and present audio sequences.
2
Capturing, Editing and Presenting Video Sequences
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use video hardware and software to capture sequences.
- Be able to use video software tools and techniques to combine and edit sequences.
- Be able to play and present video sequences.
3
Composition
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify the starting point for an original composition.
- Be able to evaluate instrumentation.
- Be able to use hook, melody and rhythm in music.
- Be able to implement arrangement and structuring techniques.
4
Creative Writing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to produce a piece of writing that is clear and has structured direction and shape.2.
- Be able to produce a piece of writing that demonstrates appropriate form and genre for a given media.3.
- Be able to produce a piece of writing that conveys ideas, mood, plot, narrative and dialogue.4.
- Be able to evaluate own and others work.
5
Developing Drawing Skills for Painting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use drawing media.
- Be able to use different drawing surfaces.
- Understand the use of drawing in the preparation and production of paintings.
- Be able to use line and tone.
- Be able to use sketchbooks.
- Understand the relationship between drawing and painting.
- Be able to adhere to Health and Safety procedures.
6
Developing Websites
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to create structures and styles for websites.
- Be able to use software tools to prepare content for websites.
- Be able to publish websites.
7
Digital Fabrication
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand health and safety issues associated with digital fabrication.
- Use software to create designs.
- Be able to fabricate a design.
8
Drawing Development Methods and Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use different drawing media.
- Be able to draw on different surfaces.
- Be able to draw three-dimensional form, mass, space, structure and scale.
- Be able to make drawings at varying tempos.
- Be able to use sketchbooks.
- Understand Health and Safety procedures and safe studio practice.
9
Event Organisation within the Fine Arts or Performing Arts
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to plan an event within the fine arts or performing arts sectors.2.
- Understand the role of the event manager and others involved in the event within the fine arts or performing arts sectors.3.
- Be able to publicise and run an event within the fine arts or performing arts sectors.
10
Film and Video Production
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the film and video production process.
- Be able to produce pre-production materials.
- Be able to produce production materials.
- Be able to develop a final version of a short film or sequence of a film.
- Understand the certification process.
11
Health and Safety in the Workplace
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand health and safety procedures and policy at work.
- Be able to maintain a safe working environment in own workplace.
- Understand own responsibility for Health and Safety in own workplace.
12
Life Drawing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise different life drawing approaches.
- Understand proportion when drawing from a life model.
- Understand the importance of maintaining a personal sketchbook.
- Understand safe working practices.
13
Live Sound Engineering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to set optimal signal to noise ratio.
- Be able to maintain a mix.
- Be able to maintain contact with the stage.
- Be able to perform post performance activities.
14
Location Sound Recording for Film and Video Production
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the properties of microphones, their application and the basic principles of recording high quality sound.
- Be able to develop a plan for location sound recording in a short production.
- Be able to record sound for a short production.
- Be able to reflect on own and others' performance.
15
Multi-track Recording
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to plan a recording.
- Understand health and safety issues associated with making recordings.
- Understand the use of microphones in the recording process.
- Understand the recording process.
- Be able to record an ensemble and review the recording.
16
Musical Ensemble Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to develop ensemble skills on an instrument.
- Be able to rehearse ensemble performance.
- Be able to give a performance of musical ensemble skills.
- Be able to review the performance.
17
Performance Realisation Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use techniques for effective realisation of productions.
- Be able to review own performance.
- Be able to review the realisation.
18
Preparing for a Career or Further Study in the Creative Industries
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify employment and education opportunities in the creative industries sector.
- Be able to match creative industries sector opportunities to own personal qualities.
- Be able to plan own career or further study in the creative industries sector.
19
Presentation Skills in Practice
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to source information and plan a presentation.
- Be able to deliver a structured presentation to an audience.
- Be able to evaluate the presentation.
20
Problem Solving Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to select a problem solving methodology.
- Be able to develop an action plan to address a problem.
- Be able to review effectiveness of action plan.
21
Song Writing Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand popular music genres.
- Understand subject matter in popular music.
- Understand the use of lyrics devices.
- Understand the use of compositional devices.
22
Sound Checking an Ensemble
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to peform a sound check.
- Be able to prepare a PA system for sound check.
- Be able to sound check instruments.
- Be able to work with performers.
- Be able to create a balanced mix.
23
Sound for Moving Image
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the relationship between sound and picture in film.
- Be able to develop a plan for sound in a short film production.
- Be able to record sound for a short film production.
24
Studio Mixing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand what is meant by mixing.
- Be able to demonstrate mixing technique.
- Be able to evaluate a good mix.
25
Teamwork Skills in Practice within the Creative Arts and Digital Technology Sectors
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the different roles and responsibilities within a team.2.
- Be able to contribute to the setting of team and own goals.3.
- Be able to communicate effectively within a team.
- Be able to develop a plan to improve co-operation within a team.5.
- Be able to review team performance.
26
Technical Sound and Audio Production
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand health and safety issues relating to sound and audio production.
- Be able to use sound and audio production equipment.
- Be able to develop ideas for production.
- Understand professional working methods.
- Be able to work within a group situation.
- Reflect on own work.
27
Three Dimensional Modelling and Animation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about the development of computer 3D animation.
- Be able to apply 3D modelling concepts to the building of a simple 3D scene.
- Be able to build a simple 3D character and add rigging.
- Be able to use 3D character animation techniques and render final 3D animation.
- Understand Health and Safety procedures and safe studio practice.
- Be able to reflect on own performance in 3D modelling and animation.
28
Undertaking a Solo Performance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to demonstrate technical skills on an instrument.
- Be able to develop good practice routines.
- Be able to develop an appreciation of music from different periods and styles.
- Understand musical competence and performance.
29
Using Cameras and Accessories for Film and Video
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand safe photographic and video making practice.
- Know how to use the features of a camera and accessories.
- Be able to use a camera and accessories to capture images and video.
- Be able to transfer images and video from a camera.
30
Using Imaging Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to obtain, insert and combine information for images.
- Be able to use imaging software to create, manipulate and edit images.
31
Using Multimedia Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to plan multimedia products.
- Be able to obtain, input and combine content to build multimedia outcomes.
- Be able to use multimedia software tools to edit and format multimedia content.
- Be able to play and present multimedia outcomes.
32
Using Social Media to Market and Promote Events, Products and Services
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the opportunities and threats associated with using social media.
- Understand the application of social media.
- Be able to use social media for marketing and promotion.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/0241/0
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- OCN NI
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2016
- Operational End
- Jun 2030