Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to refine and amend text to enhance clarity of written communication, taking into account the needs of the readership, the author’s intention, available resources and the type of publication.
It applies to individuals working in contexts such as book publishing, magazines and journals, corporate, online media, government, not-for-profit organisations or freelance editing.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Communication – Writing
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare to edit written content |
1.1 Clarify scope of editing tasks, including timelines with relevant personnel 1.2 Determine style or tone appropriate to the publication 1.3 Identify factors that have implications for the way content will be edited 1.4 Identify enterprise or government styles guides, general and specialist dictionaries and grammar references to support editing |
2. Enhance clarity of written communication |
2.1 Amend text to make language clear and structure logical 2.2 Check language level is appropriate to target audience 2.3 Check tone is consistent with theme and purpose of the communication 2.4 Review punctuation, grammar and syntax to ensure clarity of meaning and ease of reading 2.5 Check text for potentially offensive, defamatory or bigoted language 2.6 Identify areas where content is unclear and amend to preserve integrity of the author’s voice 2.7 Amend text for consistency where additional information has been incorporated 2.8 Mark up text according to industry or enterprise procedures 2.9 Adopt safe ergonomic practices when using equipment for long periods of time |
3. Finalise editing process |
3.1 Check accuracy of references and organise copyright clearances as required 3.2 Finalise format and placement of visual material as required In consultation with relevant personnel 3.3 Submit final edited material to relevant personnel by agreed deadline 3.4 Evaluate editing process, assessing own performance and noting areas for future improvement |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Learning |
3.4 |
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Reading |
1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 2.1-2.9, 3.1, 3.2 |
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Writing |
1.1, 1.3, 2.1-2.9, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4 |
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Oral Communication |
1.1, 3.2, 3.3 |
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Numeracy |
1.1 |
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Navigate the world of work |
2.9, 2.10 |
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Interact with others |
1.1, 3.2, 3.3 |
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Get the work done |
1.1-1.4, 2.1-2.9, 3.1-3.4 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
CUAWRT401 Edit texts |
CUFWRT401A Edit texts |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages. Minor edits to performance criteria. |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=1db201d9-4006-4430-839f-382ef6b803d5