Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 3.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to digitally design and develop text-based documents using advanced features of word processing applications/platforms.
It applies to individuals who possess fundamental skills in digital device operation, and basic skills in operation of word processing applications. They may work as individuals who provide administrative support within an enterprise, or may be technical/knowledge experts responsible for production of their own digital documents.
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. Prepare to produce documents |
1.1 Adjust workspace, furniture and equipment to suit user ergonomic environments 1.2 Ensure workspace meets organisational requirements related to work health and safety, and energy and resource conservation, taking into account the type of digital device to be used 1.3 Identify document purpose, audience and presentation requirements, and clarify with relevant personnel as required 1.4 Identify organisational and task requirements for text-based business documents to ensure consistency of style and image 1.5 Select most appropriate word processing application to produce document, in accordance with available resources and organisational policies |
2. Design documents digitally |
2.1 Design document structure and layout to suit purpose, audience and information requirements of task 2.2 Design document to enhance readability and appearance, and to meet organisational and task requirements for style and layout 2.3 Use available application functions to ensure consistency of design and layout, adhering to organisational and task requirements 2.4 Insert a standard table into document, changing cells, columns, and rows as necessary to meet information requirements 2.5 Insert and format visual elements (including, for example, images or icons) to meet organisational and task requirements for style and layout |
3. Produce text documents digitally |
3.1 Use intermediate-level application functions to enable efficient production of digital text documents 3.2 Enter or import, and edit text and other data to meet task requirements 3.3 Preview, adjust and prepare documents for delivery in accordance with organisational and task requirements 3.4 Name and store document, in accordance with organisational requirements and exit application without information loss/damage 3.5 Deliver document within designated timelines and organisational requirements for speed and accuracy 3.6 Use relevant help functions to overcome intermediate issues with document design and production |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance but not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill |
Description |
Reading |
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Writing |
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Oral Communication |
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Navigate the world of work |
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Interact with others |
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Get the work done |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
BSBITU313 Design and produce digital text documents |
BSBITU303 Design and produce text documents |
Updated title, elements, performance criteria and assessment requirements |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=11ef6853-ceed-4ba7-9d87-4da407e23c10