Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 2:56 PM AWST
22/07/2026 2:56 PM AWST
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Read and write documents in a language other than English (Mandarin)
Read and write documents in a language other than English (Mandarin)
Unit of competency
National Code
SITXLAN3415
SITXLAN3415
State Code
AVE39
AVE39
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
091515 - Eastern Asian Languages
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to read and write a range of workplace documents in a language other than English at a high level of complexity and fluency, including summarising texts, and reproducing information from texts in one language to prepare a text in another. The unit does not cover interpreting and translating skills, which are described in units of competency in the PSP04 Public Sector Training Package.There is no direct parity with any formal language proficiency ratings or assessment framework, but this unit broadly relates to International Second Language Proficiency Ratings (ISLPR) 4to 4+.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Read workplace documents.
- 1.1 Read and understand workplace documents, including explicit and implicit information, ideas, technical information and writer requirements.
- 1.2 Interpret accompanying visual and graphics material.
- 1.3 Understand the culturally specific meaning contained in documents.
2. Provide informal written translations.
- 2.1 Capture and convey information in written texts and summaries, taking account of cultural differences.
- 2.2 Provide explanation or comments to clarify meaning as required, especially about culturally specific details.
- 2.3 Recognise documents requiring professional translation and arrange for assistance as required.
3. Write workplace documents.
- 3.1 Produce written workplace documents according to recognised conventions, standards and formats.
- 3.2 Ensure content of written documents is appropriate to audience and purpose.
- 3.3 Develop ideas in appropriate depth to meet the requirements of the particular context.
- 3.4 Tailor language to meet requirements of the situation.
- 3.5 Observe social and cultural conventions when writing workplace documents.
- 3.6 Write documents with minimal errors so that intended meaning is clearly conveyed to the reader.
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.
Workplace documents to be read and informally interpreted may include:
brochures and promotional material
conference programs
correspondence
manuals
menus and wine lists
reports
reservations information
schedules and itineraries.
Documents requiring professional translation may include:
complex contractual documents
complex proposals, submissions and tenders.
Written workplace documents may include:
correspondence
menus and wine lists
promotional material
quotations
reservations information
schedules and itineraries
simple manuals
simple reports.
Workplace documents to be read and informally interpreted may include:
brochures and promotional material
conference programs
correspondence
manuals
menus and wine lists
reports
reservations information
schedules and itineraries.
Documents requiring professional translation may include:
complex contractual documents
complex proposals, submissions and tenders.
Written workplace documents may include:
correspondence
menus and wine lists
promotional material
quotations
reservations information
schedules and itineraries
simple manuals
simple reports.
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 ability to:
read and write workplace documents required to fulfil a given job role in a language other than English:
read and write a range of workplace documents
write documents with clear and fluent expression of information and ideas, correct structure and appropriate style and tone for the audience and workplace situation (rare linguistic errors may occur).
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure use of:
a real or simulated workplace activity where written communication in languages other than English is required
industry documents, such as reports and promotional materials written in languages other than English.
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:
review of written communications prepared by the individual
written and oral questioning to assess the individual’s ability to interpret workplace documents
written or oral questioning to assess cultural knowledge and cross-cultural communication considerations
written or oral questioning to assess linguistic knowledge, generic structure and other specific language features, such as vocabulary and sentence structure
review of portfolios of evidence and thirdparty workplace reports of onthejob performance by the individual.
Guidance information for assessment
The assessor should design integrated assessment activities to holistically assess this unit with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role, for example:
BSBWRT401A Write complex documents
SITTTSL304 Prepare quotations
SITTTSL307 Process travelrelated documentation.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
read and write workplace documents required to fulfil a given job role in a language other than English:
read and write a range of workplace documents
write documents with clear and fluent expression of information and ideas, correct structure and appropriate style and tone for the audience and workplace situation (rare linguistic errors may occur).
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure use of:
a real or simulated workplace activity where written communication in languages other than English is required
industry documents, such as reports and promotional materials written in languages other than English.
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:
review of written communications prepared by the individual
written and oral questioning to assess the individual’s ability to interpret workplace documents
written or oral questioning to assess cultural knowledge and cross-cultural communication considerations
written or oral questioning to assess linguistic knowledge, generic structure and other specific language features, such as vocabulary and sentence structure
review of portfolios of evidence and thirdparty workplace reports of onthejob performance by the individual.
Guidance information for assessment
The assessor should design integrated assessment activities to holistically assess this unit with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role, for example:
BSBWRT401A Write complex documents
SITTTSL304 Prepare quotations
SITTTSL307 Process travelrelated documentation.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S6704 | SITXLAN615A | Read and write workplace documents in a language other than English (Mandarin) | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWQ31 | SITXLAN006 | Read and write documents in a language other than English | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZX6 | PSP60816 | Advanced Diploma of Translating | Qualification |