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Demonstrate written language proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts

Demonstrate written language proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPTIS512A
State Code
D3702
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
01/11/2012
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2014
Field of Education
091519 - Translating And Interpreting
Original Release Date
08/07/2014
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to be effective and fluent in written communication in at least two different languages, to meet the language and communication needs of translating and interpreting. It involves the ability to read and write a range of commercial, professional and literary documents and provide summaries at a high level of complexity, accuracy and fluency. This unit can be used for training delivery and assessment of reading and writing proficiency in any language including English.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Read and analyse documents in different languages
  • 1.1. Read and fully analyse documents.
  • 1.2. Correctly comprehend any accompanying visual and graphic material.
  • 1.3. Correctly identify the culturally specific meaning contained in documents.
2. Provide informal written texts.
  • 2.1. Capture and accurately convey nuances of meaning, in written texts and summaries.
  • 2.2. Convey ideas accurately taking into consideration cultural differences and idiolects.
  • 2.3. Provide any required additional explanation or comments to clarify meaning, especially about culturally specific details.
  • 2.4. Recognise documents requiring professional translation and arrange for assistance if required.
3. Write professional and commercial documents in different languages.
  • 3.1. Produce written documents according to recognised conventions, standards and formats.
  • 3.2. Ensure the content of written documents is appropriate to audience and purpose.
  • 3.3. Develop ideas in appropriate depth to meet the requirements of the particular subject and cultural contexts.
  • 3.4. Tailor language to meet requirements of the target document or situation.
  • 3.5. Observe social and cultural conventions.
  • 3.6. Write documents with minimal errors so that intended meaning is clearly conveyed to the reader.
  • 3.7. Use standard communication and information management technology.
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.
Analyse may include:
information and details
ideas (both explicit and implied)
technical information
written language conventions
vocabulary
grammar and syntax
writer requirements
Documents may include:
government, medical, legal and educational
brochures and promotional material
notes, written requests and information
schedules and itineraries
formal letters
reservation and booking information
meeting agendas
commercial, business, professional and academic reports
manuals and instructions
internet information
poetry, literature
Written texts and summaries may include:
factual and personal information
instructions and arrangements
information about meetings, events, tours, places of interest and special facilities
information about products, services, facilities, options, advice and costs
publications
media extracts
Documents requiring professional translation may include:
proposals, submissions and tenders
contractual documents
official records:
immigration
welfare
education
employment
health
personal and family
professional documents
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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms the candidate's ability to be effective and fluent in written communicating in at least two different languages. This includes:
reading and writing a typical range of documents required to fulfill a range of general communication purposes in different subjects and cultural contexts in the range statement
accurate applications of a range of personal, professional and commercial documents and professional writing
preparing written documents with clear and fluent expression of information and ideas, correct structure and appropriate style and tone for the audience and cultural context (rare linguistic errors may occur).
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment of this unit of competency will make use of scenarios, case studies, experiences and, where possible, examples of interactions with colleagues and clients which illustrate a range of skills and strategies for demonstrating proficiency in written languages.
Resources for assessment include:
production of a range of written texts in the language being assessed, including general texts from those nominated in the range statement.
preparing written texts under assignment conditions, resources and time constraints
use of relevant and current communication equipment, such as computers, faxes and email facilities
use of relevant and current materials, resources and equipment, such as dictionaries, glossaries, researched information, technical information, presentation equipment and microphones for media and audience presentations.
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
written testing
written and oral questioning or interview to test the candidate's ability to read and interpret documents written in two languages including English
review of samples of written communications prepared by the candidate
written and oral questioning or interview to test knowledge of the culture, social and cultural conventions and cross-cultural communication requirements associated with the language
written and oral questioning or interview to test linguistic knowledge, generic structure and other specific language features, such as vocabulary, grammar and sentence structure
review of portfolios of evidence and third-party reports.
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