Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop and apply a basic knowledge of the museum industry. As such, the unit underpins performance across all areas of museum practice. 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 type of museum who need to source, develop and apply current and emerging information about the industry. The unit is most relevant to individuals working in support roles as more specialised and advanced museum research and management skills are found in other units. |
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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Source and apply industry information |
1.1 |
Identify and use relevant sources to acquire basic information about the museums industry |
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1.2 |
Use industry knowledge appropriately to enhance the quality of work outcomes |
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Source and apply information on industry employment obligations and opportunities |
2.1 |
Identify and use relevant sources to acquire information about employment obligations and opportunities in the museums industry |
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2.2 |
Use knowledge of industry employment obligations and opportunities appropriately within day-to-day work activities |
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3 |
Seek opportunities to update industry knowledge |
3.1 |
Identify and use a range of information sources and opportunities to update knowledge of the museum industry |
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3.2 |
Monitor current key issues affecting the industry , using appropriate industry channels |
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3.3 |
Share updated knowledge with customers and colleagues as appropriate, and incorporate into day-to-day work activities |
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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. |
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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Basic information about the museums industry should include: |
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The role , function and history of museums may relate to: |
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The history of museums may relate to: |
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Information sources and opportunities to update knowledge may include: |
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Employment obligations and opportunities in the museums industry may relate to: |
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Other industries with which the museum industry has a relationship may include: |
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Current issues affecting the industry may relate to: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency field
Competency field |
Museum Practice |