9-12 Course Selection Guide - Mount Eliza Secondary College

VCE (VET)AIRBRUSHING-CERTIFICATE II (21724VIC)Units 1-2 sequence: 2 creditsProgram“The airbrush is the single most versatile and powerful tool ever developed for applying colour for anyapplication”. (Airbrush Venturi)Airbrushing is an emerging industry in its own right. In previous decades the airbrush was a “part” of the skill setof numerous industries, but more and more there are people that do nothing BUT airbrushing... but within a widerange of larger umbrella industries such as: automotive refinishing industry, textiles industry, signwriters, gamingcentres, cake decorators to name a few.One of the most important outcomes of the course is to teach the students to explore the process ofcommercialising the skills they are taught with “Art to Order”.The students will also partake in a week long “Charity Airbrushing” event which is organised for the end of thecourse in December. This event will see the students of the course airbrushing in a major retail site, such as ashopping centre, supermarket foyer with students airbrushing family portraits to order, caps, temporary tattoos etc.No previous art or drawing experience is required.Equipment and MaterialsAll equipment and materials are supplied in the classroom and are of the highest standard. Students do not shareairbrush equipment. Each student is supplied their own individual kit of equipment (not to take home and use).There are no additional costs; other than if the students wishes to practice at home.The equipment is professional standard and will be the same as when they go out into industry.Each student will receive a comprehensive 480 page manual enabling them to refresh their understanding of theirtraining year after year, once they have finished the course.A folio is supplied for each student to care and transport their artworks to and from school.Pathways to Industry and EmploymentThere are many diverse industries this skill set can lead into: Sign writing; Painting & Decorating; VisualMerchandising; Automotive Refinishing; Animation; Illustration; Fine Art; Beauty & Film Makeup; Manufacturing;Textiles; Pottery and Porcelain Restoration; Cake Decorating; Crafts.Contribution to the VCEStudents can complete a Certificate II in Airbrushing as part of their Year 11 studies and get 2 credits.Day / Time / VenueElisabeth Murdoch College – Wednesday, 1pm – 5pmDromana Secondary College – Wednesday, 2pm – 5pm.92