Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop keyboard skills with speed and accuracy using touch-typing techniques.
It applies to individuals who work in a range of environments and are required to enter text and data with speed and accuracy. They may work as individuals who provide administrative support within an enterprise, or may be technical/knowledge experts responsible for production of their own word processed documents.
On successful completion of this unit, individuals must be assessed in accordance with the current version of AS 2708: 2001 and issued with a speed statement.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Information and Communications Technology – IT Use
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. Use safe work practices |
1.1 Adjust workspace, furniture and equipment to suit ergonomic requirements 1.2 Ensure work meets organisational and work health and safety (WHS) requirements for computer operation |
2. Identify and develop keyboard skills |
2.1 Identify and apply keyboard functions for both alpha and numeric strokes 2.2 Apply touch-typing technique to complete tasks 2.3 Develop speed and accuracy in accordance with workplace requirements for level of responsibility |
3. Check accuracy |
3.1 Proofread document carefully to identify errors 3.2 Amend document, correct errors and complete a final accuracy check |
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 |
Reading |
2.3, 3.1, 3.2 |
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Writing |
2.2, 2.3, 3.2 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.1, 1.2, 2.3, |
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Get the work done |
2.1-2.3, 3.1, 3.2 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
BSBITU307 Develop keyboarding speed and accuracy |
BSBITU307A Develop keyboarding speed and accuracy |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=11ef6853-ceed-4ba7-9d87-4da407e23c10