Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 2.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1 Consolidate understanding of archival institutions and records

1.1 Review and analyse archival institutions and their programs

1.2 Differentiate between records, archives and other collection material on the basis of their respective management needs and legislative requirements

1.3 Research records to determine their provenance, purpose and contribution to heritage, culture and evidential value

1.4 Determine risks associated with loss of archival records

2 Develop an understanding of collection management

2.1 Discuss with relevant personnel ways that different elements of archive collections are managed

2.2 Evaluate how collection management needs and processes affect the role of archivists

2.3 Identify linkages between archival principles and processes and legislation and the role of archivists

3 Arrange and describe records

3.1 Research record systems and their metadata

3.2 Arrange and describe records according to archival principles

3.3 Contribute to documentation of archival collections

Skill 

Performance 

Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1-1.3, 3.1

• Interprets and analyses textual information from a range of sources and identifies relevant, key information

Writing

3.2, 3.3

• Develops material to convey explicit information and results using appropriate language and industry terminology
• Breaks down complex information into component parts
• Records key information in an accurate and sequential manner for internal reference

Oral Communication

2.1

• Uses listening and questioning to enhance clarity, quality and reliability of information

Numeracy

3.1-3.3

• Recognises and applies numerical data to sort and group archival and collections according to requirements

Navigate the world of work

2.3

• Understands own responsibilities for following correct principles and processes

Interact with others

2.1, 3.3

• Works collaboratively with others to achieve outcomes

Get the work done

1.1-1.4, 2.2, 3.1-3.3

• Works logically and systematically to undertake clearly defined and familiar tasks
• Applies problem-solving techniques as part of risk management procedures
• Identifies how aspects of collection management can be applied in a range of contexts
• Uses main features and functions of digital tools to complete work tasks and access information

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

BSBLIB302 Develop and apply knowledge of archives

CULCNM302A Develop and apply knowledge of archives

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages

Unit moved from Library, Information and Cultural Services Training Package to Business Services Training Package.

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 2.0.