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Produce texts from shorthand notes
Produce texts from shorthand notes
Unit of competency
National Code
BSBADM301B
BSBADM301B
State Code
D0541
D0541
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/11/2012
Field of Education
080901 - Secretarial And Clerical Studies
Original Release Date
28/11/2012
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to take shorthand from a dictation source at 60 words (or more) per minute, in accordance with the current Australian Standard for shorthand speed, and to produce an accurate text from the notes.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Take dictation using shorthand
- 1.1. Prior to commencing the task, identify organisational and task requirements relating to style, presentation and storage of documents
- 1.2. Clarify purpose and requirements of text with the author/speaker
- 1.3. Record shorthand notes from a dictation source at a minimum speed of 60 words per minute
- 1.4. Clarify meaning and spelling of unusual names or terms to ensure accuracy of the notes
- 1.5. Self-check shorthand notes for accuracy
2. Transcribe shorthand notes
- 2.1. Produce text from shorthand notes to at least 98% accuracy
- 2.2. Produce text within designated time lines
3. Edit and revise text
- 3.1. Self-check final text for accuracy, spelling, grammar, punctuation and formatting
- 3.2. Revise, format, print, name and store text in accordance with organisational and task requirements
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.
Purpose may include:
agenda
formal or informal letters
memo
report
Requirements may include:
verbatim motions plus meeting summary i.e. minutes
verbatim record of dictation
verbatim record of meeting
Dictation source may include:
in person
teleconference
telephone
videoconference
Self-checking notes for accuracy may include:
checking correlation between source and notes
clarifying names, addresses and specific spelling with information on file
correct grammar
correct spelling
correct use of technical vocabulary
inserting paragraphs
inserting punctuation
intended meaning
reading over shorthand notes for meaning
Required degree of speed and accuracy may include:
AS 2907:2001 Shorthand speed tests
60 words per minute at 98% accuracy
Designated time lines may include:
organisational time line e.g. minutes of meeting/agenda
AS 2907:2001 Shorthand speed tests
time line agreed with supervisor/person requiring text
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.
Purpose may include:
agenda
formal or informal letters
memo
report
Requirements may include:
verbatim motions plus meeting summary i.e. minutes
verbatim record of dictation
verbatim record of meeting
Dictation source may include:
in person
teleconference
telephone
videoconference
Self-checking notes for accuracy may include:
checking correlation between source and notes
clarifying names, addresses and specific spelling with information on file
correct grammar
correct spelling
correct use of technical vocabulary
inserting paragraphs
inserting punctuation
intended meaning
reading over shorthand notes for meaning
Required degree of speed and accuracy may include:
AS 2907:2001 Shorthand speed tests
60 words per minute at 98% accuracy
Designated time lines may include:
organisational time line e.g. minutes of meeting/agenda
AS 2907:2001 Shorthand speed tests
time line agreed with supervisor/person requiring text
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
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
producing accurate documents from notes that meet the requirements of the author/speaker
accurate transcription of data.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to an actual workplace or simulated environment
access to office equipment and resources
access to shorthand manuals
access to English and shorthand dictionaries
access to examples of audio sources for transcription and note taking.
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:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
review of authenticated documents from the workplace or training environment
demonstration of techniques in a workplace or simulated environment.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
BSBADM302B Produce texts from notes
BSBWRT301A Write simple documents
other general administration units.
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
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
producing accurate documents from notes that meet the requirements of the author/speaker
accurate transcription of data.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to an actual workplace or simulated environment
access to office equipment and resources
access to shorthand manuals
access to English and shorthand dictionaries
access to examples of audio sources for transcription and note taking.
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:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
review of authenticated documents from the workplace or training environment
demonstration of techniques in a workplace or simulated environment.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
BSBADM302B Produce texts from notes
BSBWRT301A Write simple documents
other general administration units.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C3683 | BSBADM301A | Produce texts from shorthand notes | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUL74 | BSBADM301 | Produce texts from shorthand notes | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J276 | PSP30112 | Certificate III in Government | Qualification |
| C767 | PSP30104 | Certificate III in Government | Qualification |