Version Effective: 17th of January, 2025
Version Effective: 17th of January, 2025

PDC117110 - Visual Art: Introduction to Linocut and Woodblock Techniques

Course Details

Course Summary

In this self-paced, online micro-credential you will be introduced to the techniques used to create successful lino or woodblock reduction prints. Visual Art: Introduction to Linocut and Woodblock Techniques offers step-by-step instruction to support your creation of successful reduction prints using a lino or woodblock matrix. 

Printmaking materials are not supplied.

Required materials to complete this micro credential:

1 X block printing ink – Yellow (water-based or oil-based) (Derivan Block Ink Tube Set recommended)

1 X block printing ink – Crimson

1 X Derivan block printing ink – Pthalo Blue.

1 X Derivan block printing ink – White.

1 X Derivan block printing ink – Black.

Or

2 X Derivan block printing medium - extender, 250 ml, if you already have artist's or student acrylic paint colours.

2 X lino tile (30 cm X 30 cm, Silkcut lino recommended)

20 x 110 gsm, acid-free cartridge paper.

1 X Awagami Hosho paper (optional)

1 X Speedball 4" Soft Roller 1" diameter.

1 X Baren - Bamboo, Large, 4’’ diameter (or similar).

1 X 3- 5 Piece Lino Cutting Set. 

1 X pencil.

1 X plastic eraser, sketch pad or sketch paper.

1 X sheet of carbon paper.

1 x bar of Solvo soap.

1 x small box disposable rubber gloves.

1 x apron.

Soft cotton rags.

1 x Bench hook or rubber, non-slip mat. (optional)

(approx. $150-$250).

 

This is a non-creditable micro-credential which is awarded a digital badge and Certificate of Completion which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.

Our micro-credentials are aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

What is a Digital Badge?

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this micro-credential.

Course Details

Course Type Short Course (Professional Development)
Student Availability
  • Domestic
Fees
Application Mode
  • Other
How to Apply

Applications to Patrick Connor.
Study Area
  • Creative, Performing and Visual Arts
Skill Area
  • Arts and Entertainment

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes 		Not Applicable
International Students
CRICOS Codes 		Not Applicable

Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations

Outcomes: Students completing this short course will develop the skills and knowledge to produce a three-colour lino reduction print.

Career Opportunities/Occupations: Skills and knowledge developed in this short course can be used to support the activities of a visual artist operating as a sole trader.

Course Structures

Study Mode Definitions

  • Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
  • On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
  • Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.

*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.

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Micro-credential

This micro credential is self-paced but incorporates twelve (12) discreet learning modules, comprising a total of 44 hours of study. Please see 'Amount of Training' statement (below) for further details about these learning sessions and the types of training employed during these sessions.

  • Online
No units are associated with this course


Course Learning Outcomes
  1. Use and adapt a creative process that incorporates design concepts and relief printmaking techniques to produce two (2) small editions of fine art, relief prints.
  2. Reflect on your application of design concepts and technical use of media, and develop strategies for improving your creative process and printmaking techniques.

Assessment

Assessment 1 - Reflective Learning Log

Assessment 2 - Portfolio of Creative Artefacts (print designs and prints)

 

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