Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to coordinate information selection and acquisition for an information services provider. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit applies to individuals working in any information services context who select and acquire materials for a small collection, or a limited part of a large collection. The unit requires application of significant judgement and collection knowledge in relation to the assessment of information materials for acquisition, plus a good understanding of supply sources. Work is undertaken autonomously, often by those with supervisory or management responsibilities. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary for the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged, will assist in identifying Employability Skills requirements. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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1 |
Review collection |
1.1 |
Maintain data on trends relevant to customer needs, available information and alternative formats |
1.2 |
Take action on policy issues within area of responsibility and make recommendations to appropriate person/s on selection and acquisition of information |
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2 |
Develop /assess acquisition recommendations |
2.1 |
Develop proposals based on own knowledge of customer group/s, usage patterns, specific requests and other available material |
2.2 |
Assess own or others' proposals in accordance with organisational collection management policies |
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2.3 |
Assess proposals for their impact on the collection, and on the balance of in-house collection and information from remote sources |
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2.4 |
Assess proposals in relation to identified customer needs and requirements |
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2.5 |
Identify and access resource implications of proposals |
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2.6 |
Prioritise proposals based on reasoned analysis of all factors |
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3 |
Assess qualities of recommended acquisitions |
3.1 |
Gather and examine all appropriate information about material to be acquired |
3.2 |
Assess where relevant, physical durability of material against likely levels and types of usage |
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3.3 |
Identify and evaluate alternative formats in relation to usage patterns and cost |
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3.4 |
Assess suitability of material for potential customers |
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4 |
Review supplier and format options |
4.1 |
Maintain awareness of the capacity of suppliers to meet specific information needs |
4.2 |
Select format in relation to ease of access, resource implications and suitability for customer requirements |
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4.3 |
Negotiate with suppliers to maximise cost saving opportunities for the organisation within scope of individual responsibility |
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4.4 |
Select suppliers based on ability to meet needs and in accordance with organisational policies |
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5 |
Recommend and /or act on selections |
5.1 |
Make final recommendations for acquisitions in accordance with organisational procedures or allocate resources for purchase depending on scope of individual responsibility |
5.2 |
Implement administrative procedures for acquisition of material in accordance with organisational requirements |
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Required Skills and Knowledge
Required Skills and knowledge |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Formats may include: |
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Policy issues may relate to: |
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Capacity of suppliers to meet specific information needs may relate to: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency field
Competency field |
Information Organisation and Management |