2012 AIT Course Guide

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GameDesign

Animation

Graphic&Web

Film-making

MotionCaptureBusines

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Software

Development


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I would like to pass on my gratitude in your

latest graduates, one of them approached

us at Nigredo Studios in Castle Hill for some

volunteer work, and we needed someone

to help us with animating a quadruped

beast. Jose Melchor Elegado was able to

demonstrate within a day of working by

himself that his is able to animate and

produce a very convincing animation set toit our world, and the original design goals of

this NPC.

Adam McKern,

Nigredo Studios

As the coordinator of a higher degree in

interactive media (The Master of Interactive

and Digital Media), I watched the development

of AITs degree program with great interest.

The course meets the strong demand for an

undergraduate degree in the ield that provides

both uptodate industrybased training and

the theoretical and critical skills necessary

for further tertiary study. Currently, Sydney

College of the Arts (SCA) and the Academy

of Information Technology enjoy a strong

relationship, with eligible graduates coming to

SCA to undertake further study.

Professor Ryszard Debek,

The Universtiy of Sydney

I believe AITs program offers a solid

grounding in the technologies and attitude

required for someone who is looking to

gain entry into the interactive media

industry. Being a broad industry, I believe

this course strikes a solid balance between

the different streams of media and also

between theoretical knowledge and practical

application of skills.

Stephane Zerbib,

Wasabi Digital

We understand the industry.We are quick to capture and adapt to theever evolving trends to ensure that ourstudents have a competitive advantage withthe latest knowledge and practical skills thatare desired in industry.

State-of-the-art campus.We have a vibrant learning environmentboth inside and outside the campus thatis centred around creativity and openspace. We have a friendly and multiculturalenvironment that makes our students feel athome on campus.

Latest equipment & software.Master the art of interactive digital mediawith our wide range of professionalmultimedia equipment and software suchas Australias rst markerless motioncapture system, the powerful 3DVIA Virtools,Autodesk Motion Builder, Autodesk Mudboxand Unreal Development Kit.

Gain Unique Skills.Be the rare gem that is highly sought afterin the industry with the unique skills that aretaught exclusively at AIT such as markerless

motion capture system and 3DVIA Virtools.

You gain practical business experience.You learn the essential project managementmethods, marketing skills and businessframeworks to ensure you know how toprepare and present your work to the market.

We know you by name.You will learn in a relaxed and close-knitatmosphere where personal attention isgiven to your educational experience.

Fast track your education.You can fast track your education throughyear-round learning in AITs highly regardedcourses and university collaborations.

Start anytime.We have six intake periods over the year soyou could quickly jump on board and startanytime.

FEE-HELP & VET FEE-HELP approved.You have access to FEE-HELP & VET FEE-HELP approved courses so that you do notneed to incur an upfront tuition fee, and canstudy with a nancial peace of mind.*

Keeping in touch.We maintain a friendly relationship with ourgrowing family of graduates who stays closelyinvolved with AITs ongoing developmentsand activities.

* Only Australian Citizens or Holders of HumanitarianVisa are eligible to apply for FEE-HELP & VET FEE-

HELP.

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AIT was the rst educational institution inAustralia to offer courses in motion capturetechnology. The recently commissionedmotion capture system is designed andmanufactured by Organic Motion of New

York, and is the rst of its kind implementedin Australia.

Motion capture is an innovative real-timesolution combining hardware and softwarefor motion tracking and real-time animation.This equipment enables animators to easilytransform the motion of a person into adigital signal where the animator couldeffortlessly control the virtual character.

The hardware comprises of sixteen camerasensors installed around the system whichdetects the full range of movements by theactor and replicates the realistic humanmovement onto a character. The resultinganimated sequences are designed to meet

Organic Motion

the insatiable public who are fascinated bylms such as Happy Feet, Avatar, or Lordof the Rings. A similar motion capturetechnology is also used to produce some ofthe best selling international video gameslike the Uncharted 2 andAssassins Creed II.

These digitised movements may be appliedto a wide range of unique functions andresearch such as high level game interfaceand virtual stage performance.

Our motion capture facility empowersstudents to add realistic human-likebehaviour to their original games andanimation work which they could proudlyadd to their professional portfolio. Ourcollaboration with other motion capturepioneers around the World allows us anendless realm of research opportunities.

www.organicmotion.com

Virtools, a behaviour engine and real-time render was introduced into AITscurriculum back in 2003 to accelerate theunderstanding of the elements of complexprogramming.

Virtools is one of the very few commercialtools that offer a complete range offeatures that enable users to create virtualenvironments with a simple click-of-a-mouse, without the need for complexcoding. A user does not have to beprocient in any specic programminglanguage to be able to give their objectsbehaviour and reaction to human inputwithin its environment.

Adding physics to an object such asgravity or elasticity can easily be done onVirtools. Unusual behaviour can be givento objects within a virtual environmentthereby, creating an interactive world of

3DVIA Virtools

ones own imagination. Some examples ofcommercial Virtools games are: MercuryMeltdown (available on Sony PSP andNintendo Wii); Sarkaban Game StudiosLazy Raiders (available on Xbox LiveArcade); and Facebooks rst ever 3Dgame called Billions, Save Them All.

This powerful technology is not simplyrestricted to creating games. Virtoolsis widely used in industry as it allowsindividuals to create rapid prototypethrough the modern visual scripting.This allows businesses to harvest theircapabilities for the efcient development ofcomplex 3D visual models or simulations.

AIT remains the sole training provider of3DVIA Virtools in Australia.

www.3dvia.com

Epics Unreal Development Kit (UDK) is nostranger to game developers and publishers,as it is responsible for producing many of theaward winning triple-A game titles from thepast decade.

The latest version of UDK is the backboneto many best selling games such as EpicGames Gears of War, Rocksteady StudiosBatman: Arkham City, and EAsAlice:Madness Returns which were produced fora range of popular gaming platforms like theMicrosoft xBox360, Sony Play Station 3, andApple iOS.

AIT acknowledges the relevance of UDK intodays growing digital media industry bycollaborating with game developers, industryassociations and some of Australias topuniversities to develop a rich and solidcurriculum that explores the tools within thispowerful game engine.

Unreal Development Kit (UDK)

The AIT curriculum puts emphasis onstorytelling, game theory and gameaesthetics; while ensuring students learn theindustry techniques and principles needed tomake a successful game on UDK. Studentsare also introduced to UDKs kismet scriptinglanguage to help create an interactiveenvironment that will offer an immersivegameplay experience to the audience.

The outcome is a cinematic showreel ofa next-generation game levels designthat students could proudly add to theirprofessional portfolio. Using the mostcurrent and recognised software, along withup-to-date workow and techniques, weaim to gear up students with solid learningexperience to put them at an advantage inpursuing a game design career.

www.udk.com

^ Mermaid Factoryby Team Sunxuzu

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Bachelor of Interactive Media providesstudents with the knowledge, skills andabilities to respond to the ongoing changesthat this industry will continue to experience.

Interactivityis an area of specialisationfeaturing subjects where students learn skillsto produce interactive content and also gainthe background knowledge to understandhow and why media can be extended toinclude the viewer.

Media Studiesis an area of specialisationwhich includes both industry related subjectslearning how to create media with the latestsoftware and also a range of subjects thathelp prepare students for further educationsuch as a Masters Degree.

AITs Diploma of Software Development

offers students a comprehensive course in

programming, software engineering, web

development and database design.

Students have the advantage of gaining not

only software development knowledge but

also some practical multimedia skills in web

and animation. These additional talents

are essential, and can be applied to any

business industry. This also allows students

to develop interactive programs and work in

the eld of game development.

Advanced Diploma of Screen & Media offers

students comprehensive skills in advanced

3D modelling and animation, motion

graphics, games design and production.

Virtools and Motion Capture System are

widely used throughout this entire program,

to offer students knowledge in creating

interactive 3D games and animations based

on real-life movement.

This is a sophisticated course for students

passionate about games. It is highly

recommended that students complete AITs

Diploma of Interactive Digital Media or

equivalent prior to commencing this course.

Diploma of Interactive Digital Media course

offers students comprehensive skills in

graphic design, animation, web design,

digital lm making and game design. This

course is designed to produce digital media

professionals who are industry ready and

equipped to pursue a career in the elds of

interactive media.

Students passionate about game design and

3D animation are encouraged to continue

their studies with AITsAdvanced Diploma

of Screen & Media to further rene their

advanced 3D modelling techniques & game

design knowledge.

The Diploma of Digital Media Technologies

offers students comprehensive skills in

design, animation, web, audio/video,

database systems and game design. This

course is designed to produce multimedia

professionals who are industry ready and

equipped for a wide range of creative IT and

multimedia careers.

This course develops skills fundamental to

developing complex multimedia productions,

like advanced 3D animation and interactive

games. Graduates of this course may obtain

signicant advanced standing towards AITs

Bachelor of Interactive Media.

ICA50711

ICA50911

CUF50207

CUF60107

DIPLOMA of SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT(IT for Creative Industries)

DIPLOMA of DIGITAL MEDIA TECHNOLOGIES


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Graduate Pathways.

EMPLOYMENT

FURTHER STUDIES

Our graduates are employed in a wide rangeof exciting industries around the world! Theskills learned at AIT prepare them to tackleany opportunities that come their way -from graphic design, website development,product packaging, online banners, videodirection, mobile phone applications, tocommercial video games available acrossthe popular platforms.

Whatever our graduates choose to do, theyfollow their dreams to achieve a successfulcareer doing what they love. Visit ourwebsite to view our graduates productionsin action!

AITs higher education and vocationalprograms are highly regarded by theindustry. The quality of our courses andthe teaching standards are recognisedthroughout Australia. This has allowed ourstudents to obtain an advanced standingwith afliated universities, providing themwith the opportunity for further study shouldthey wish to pursue a Masters Degree uponcompletion of AIT Courses.

2 yrs 3 yrs

Diploma of IDM + Bachelor of IM

2yrs6mths

Diploma of IDM + Adv Dip of Screen & Media + Bachelor of IM2yrs

10mths

Diploma of IDM + Adv Dip of Screen & Media

Post-Grad Study(Optional)

1yr10mths

Diploma of DMT + Adv Dip of Screen & Media + Bachelor of IM

2yrs8mths

Diploma of DMT + Bachelor of IM

2yrs4mths

Diploma of DMT + Adv Dip of Screen & MediaPost-Grad Study

(Optional)1yr

8mths

Diploma of SD + University Bachelor Degree (in related eld)

1yr

Diploma of Business + University Bachelor Degree (in related eld)

1yr

Diploma of Business offers studentscomprehensive skills from the businessdisciplines such as economics, projectmanagement, accounting, marketing,management, business law and informationsystems. Students are also taught someuseful multimedia skills to gain a betterunderstanding of how an online business ismanaged.

Through this added multimedia training,students benet from a broader rangeof skills that could be widely applied inthe creative aspects of a business. Thiscourse is designed to produce businessprofessionals that are industry ready andequipped for a business manager career.

Certicate IV of Business is designed tointroduce students to the fundamentalbusiness theories and practices such asundertake marketing activities, manageprojects, write business documents, make apresentation, prepare nancial reports, andmore.

How to apply

APPLICATION Submit a completed application form with all supporting documents. Thiscould be done online, in person or via post.

INTERVIEW Once we receive you application, you will be contacted by one of the friendlyadmissions staff to arrange a suitable time for interview.

OFFER OF PLACEMENT A formal Letter of Offerwill be sent to your nominated addressand/or email address.

ACCEPTANCE Once tuition fee payment (through Fee-Help or VET Fee-Help, or up frontcontribution) is conrmed, your seat will be reserved and classes will be allocated.

ORIENTATION DAYYou will receive your Student Welcome Packwith conrmation of yourenrolment and information of your Orientation Day.

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What youll need

he following supporting documents arequired to process your application. Please

nsure that you only submit certied copiesyour documents:

Signed & completed application formCertied copy of your academicqualication(s) or transcript(s)Certied copy of your passport orAustralian visa*

English Prociency Results (e.g. IELTS)*

Certied English translation of non-English documents*

equired only if you are applying as an overseas student.

Entry Requirements

Higher Education

Satisfactory English; and Year 12 level of education (NSW or equiv.) with ATAR 60; OR

Successful interview in person or by telephone with AITsadmissions staff. Students intending to study digital media ordesign courses are encouraged to prepare a por tfolio for theadmissions interview.

Alternative entry may be available in cer tain circumstances (e.g.complete relevant AIT Diploma rst).

Vocational Education

Satisfactory English; and Year 11 level of education (NSW or equiv.); OR

Successful interview in person or by telephone with AITsadmissions staff. Students intending to study digital media ordesign courses are encouraged to prepare a por tfolio for theadmissions interview.

Alternative entry may be available in cer tain circumstances (e.g.completion of Certicate II or above).

Further details are available on AIT website, www.ait.nsw.edu.au.

LOCAL ADMISSIONS INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS

International applicants are required to provide documentedevidence of:

Satisfactory English: Bachelor applicants: IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent Diploma applicants: IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent

Successful completion of senior high school equivalent to Year12 level of education in New South Wales, Australia. A minimumlevel of achievement is expected for direct entry into a BachelorDegree.

Students without Year 12 level of education may enter Diplomalevel study with the completion of a Certicate II or above.

Compulsory overseas student health insurance which may bepurchased from AIT and paid with the initial enrolment payment.

Applicants must attend an interview in person or by telephonewith AITs admissions staff. This may be arranged via Skype.

Further details are available on AIT website, www.ait.nsw.edu.au.

BSB50207

BSB40207


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AITs degree provides a pathway into the

Games Development workforce through

its inclusion of 2D, 3D and animation

components, as well as providing for a

broader and unique context of web design

and ilm, both of which are important in the

increasing convergence of games related

art and technology utilised for ilm, the

web and the growth of online gaming. The

understanding and application of these

areas will greatly improve the employability

of graduates with this qualiication in the

industry.

Micahel McNabb,

Game Developers Association of Australia

I feel that the Bachelor of Interactive

Media (BIM) would give students a good

grounding in the fundamental technologies

that are being used to build todays internet.

Andrew Muller,

Rebel Spirit Pty Limited

Experience Day

Experience Day is aimed to give you aglimpse into the different areas of the digitalindustry. This half-day experience featuresa series of 45-60 minute sessions (a mixof seminar and workshop) which will tointroduce you to the world of digital media.Dont miss out! Register online (seats arelimited).

www.ait.nsw.edu.au/workshop

School Holiday Short Course

School Holiday Short Course consists ofve-full days of exciting hands-on sessionsdesigned specically around a completeproject which you could proudly take home.

Youll get to immerse yourself in a creativeenvironment to kick start your creative careerduring school holidays. Book yourself in for asingle day or the full week (seats are limited).

www.ait.nsw.edu.au/shortcourse

Are you interested in pursuing a career in the creative industry? Do you want to nd out moreabout how AIT could help you become a creative professional quicker? Whatever you havein mind, we are always ready to answer any questions you have and share with you someinsights on how to get started while youre still in school. Below are a few events that we hostthroughout the year.

External Project

External Project is an opportunity forstudents to apply the knowledge obtainedfrom their studies to an existing business.Representatives of companies from variousindustries work closely with students indelivering a creative project (such as websiteor showreel) to address real business needs.

This subject also teaches students valuablelessons on team work, ef fective timemanagement, reporting, communication andproblem solving techniques. The ExternalProject is an important learning experiencefor students to familiarise themselves to areal working environment.

Development Project

Development Project enable students todedicate time on a special projet whichdraws upon their area of expertise and

interest. This project may encompass anyaspects of digital media nominated by the

student and it is aimed to have the studentmanage the entire development process

from start to completion.

Small Project Management

Students learn the essential managementand marketing theories by working in teamson a small business venture of their choice.The key learning outcomes are to producea concise business proposal and to learnthe the process involved in establishing andmanaging a successful business.

Internship

Select students will be able to engage ininternships. The offer of internships arecompetitive and based on merit. Studentswill have the opportunity to experienceworking in a real environment that are noteasily simulated in the standard teachingsituation. An employer works with an AITsupervisor to assess students achievementin internship.

Professional Development

Professional Development prepares studentsfor employment and further studies. Its solepurpose is to guide students to develop aprofessional portfolio (print & web), showreel,and to rene their presentation and resumewriting skills.

Information Night

AIT Info Night is perfect for students andparents who want to explore the endlessopportunities available in the growingcreative industry. This interactive seminaris a great way to get further information on

our curriculum, course requirements, studypathways, and talk to our friendly staff &students.

www.ait.nsw.edu.au/infonight

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Printed: August 2012

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