Modification History
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This unit of competency first released with CUL11 Library, Information and Cultural Services Training Package version 1.0 |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop and apply knowledge of library and information services and/or the cultural industry sectors of museums and galleries, and maintain its currency.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to individuals working in or seeking work in organisations providing library and information services and/or galleries and museums.
Work is undertaken autonomously, according to established procedures.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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Performance Criteria |
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
1. Undertake industry research |
1.1 Use sources of information to research industry developments and their impact on current work practices 1.2 Collect information on the role and significance of the information or cultural industries to local communities 1.3 Identify similarities and differences between industry organisations 1.4 Consolidate understanding of the roles of relevant peak professional associations and industry bodies |
2. Source and apply information about trends |
2.1 Source and monitor information about key issues and trends and investigate their impact on the industry 2.2 Research current and emerging technologies and their potential application in the workplace 2.3 Source and monitor information about career opportunities and employment conditions 2.4 Organise and store collected information in an easily accessible format 2.5 Discuss and share information about key issues and trends and emerging technologies with colleagues |
3. Research industry structures and operations |
3.1 Source information about different industry structures and operations 3.2 Analyse the underpinning philosophies and funding models of different industry sectors and link to service provision 3.3 Identify and source information about legislation that affects relevant industry sectors 3.4 Review information on professional ethics and codes of practice for relevant industry sectors |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- analytical skills to:
- correlate similarities and differences between information and cultural services organisations
- link philosophies, roles and funding
- relate industry knowledge to workplace activities
- communication skills to:
- consult with relevant personnel
- critique and discuss new trends and technologies
- share information with colleagues
- use industry and community networks as sources of information
- learning skills to practise job interview techniques
- literacy skills to:
- develop and maintain currency of résumés
- interpret professional ethics and codes of practice
- read and understand information on given topics
- write job application letters
- research skills to access information relating to trends, emergent technologies, work opportunities and career planning in the relevant industry sector
- self-management skills to:
- follow workplace procedures
- prioritise work tasks and meet deadlines
- technology skills to access and download relevant information from the internet.
Required knowledge
- sources of information on library and information services and/or the cultural industry sectors of museums and galleries
- historical development of relevant industry sectors
- underpinning values, principles and philosophies of the relevant industry sectors
- legislation and ethical practices that impact on the relevant industry sectors, including privacy, child protection, copyright and intellectual property
- career opportunities and career pathways in the relevant industry sectors
- current trends within the relevant industry sectors and the potential impacts and opportunities they present
- nature, role and functions of relevant major professional associations or industry bodies
- employee and employer obligations.
Evidence Guide
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.
Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure access to:
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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:
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands for literacy and the use of business technology. |
Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
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Range Statement
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.
Sources of information may include: |
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Industry organisations may include: |
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Professional associations and industry bodies may include: |
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Key issues and trends may include: |
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Career opportunities and employment conditions may relate to: |
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Structures and operations may relate to: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Industry capability - Industry context