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Unit of competency
National Code
CUAWRT401
State Code
AWF34
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
100705 - Written Communication
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to refine and amend text to enhance clarity of written communication, taking into account the needs of the readership, the author’s intention, available resources and the type of publication.It applies to individuals working in contexts such as book publishing, magazines and journals, corporate, online media, government, not-for-profit organisations or freelance editing. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to edit written content
  • 1.1 Clarify scope of editing tasks, including timelines with relevant personnel
  • 1.2 Determine style or tone appropriate to the publication
  • 1.3 Identify factors that have implications for the way content will be edited
  • 1.4 Identify enterprise or government styles guides, general and specialist dictionaries and grammar references to support editing
2. Enhance clarity of written communication
  • 2.1 Amend text to make language clear and structurelogical
  • 2.2 Check language level is appropriate to target audience
  • 2.3 Check tone is consistent with theme and purpose of the communication
  • 2.4 Review punctuation, grammar and syntax to ensure clarity of meaning and ease of reading
  • 2.5 Check text for potentially offensive, defamatory or bigoted language
  • 2.6 Identify areas where content is unclear and amend to preserve integrity of the author’s voice
  • 2.7 Amend text for consistency where additional information has been incorporated
  • 2.8 Mark up text according to industry or enterprise procedures
  • 2.9 Adopt safe ergonomic practices when using equipment for long periods of time
3. Finalise editing process
  • 3.1 Check accuracy of references and organise copyright clearances as required
  • 3.2 Finalise format and placement of visual material as required In consultation with relevant personnel
  • 3.3 Submit final edited material to relevant personnel by agreed deadline
  • 3.4 Evaluate editing process, assessing own performance and noting areas for future improvement
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1197 CUFWRT401A Edit texts Unit of competency