Unit of competency Outline

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Research and document collection material

Research and document collection material

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBLIB601
State Code
AWF94
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/07/2016
Field of Education
091301 - Librarianship And Information Management
Original Release Date
05/07/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research, describe and document collection material.It applies to individuals who work autonomously within established guidelines and apply significant judgement and specialised knowledge to achieve outcomes.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Describe collection material
  • 1.1 Identify collection material in line with industry guidelines and organisational procedures
  • 1.2 Establish the relationship of material to other collection items and the significance of this relationship using information sources
  • 1.3 Consult with key stakeholders to confirm information and assessment
2 Record collection information
  • 2.1 Articulate significance of collection material in an appropriate format and in sufficient detail in descriptions to meet organisational requirements
  • 2.2 Describe in detail the condition of items and their conservation needs
  • 2.3 Alert relevant personnel to conservation needs as required
  • 2.4 Enter information in records according to organisational procedures and guidelines
3 Complete accession details
  • 3.1 Record accession details
  • 3.2 Allocate accession numbers and record on collection material according to organisational procedures and guidelines
  • 3.3 Record accession numbers in the record-keeping system
  • 3.4 Check record-keeping system and collection material
  • 3.5 In consultation with relevant personnel, review and revise procedures as required
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D9399 CULCNM601A Research and document collection material Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCF70 BSBINS604 Contribute to collection management Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZJ4 BSB52115 Diploma of Library and Information Services Qualification