Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 11:04 AM AWST
22/07/2026 11:04 AM AWST
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Identify and describe objects
Identify and describe objects
Unit of competency
National Code
CULMS610A
CULMS610A
State Code
C5278
C5278
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Archived
Archived
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
091301 - Librarianship And Information Management
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
0
Description
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
No information
A person demonstrating this unit of competency will operate within the institution's:
goals, objectives, plans, systems and processes
ethical standards
access and equity principles and practices
cultural diversity principles
communication channels
compliance with legislation, codes and workplace standards
Object may be described in a variety of formats including verbal, written, graphical or photographic and may include information relating to the object's:
significance - history, scientific, age, provenance, previous owners
condition - good to seriously degraded
conservation needs - care, handling, protection
Sources of information concerning the object
may include other institutions, previous object holders, publications, experts, the institution's collection, catalogues, reference works, written reports.
The type of information
may be physical, documentary, oral.
Features of the object
may include age, quality, utility, condition.
goals, objectives, plans, systems and processes
ethical standards
access and equity principles and practices
cultural diversity principles
communication channels
compliance with legislation, codes and workplace standards
Object may be described in a variety of formats including verbal, written, graphical or photographic and may include information relating to the object's:
significance - history, scientific, age, provenance, previous owners
condition - good to seriously degraded
conservation needs - care, handling, protection
Sources of information concerning the object
may include other institutions, previous object holders, publications, experts, the institution's collection, catalogues, reference works, written reports.
The type of information
may be physical, documentary, oral.
Features of the object
may include age, quality, utility, condition.
Critical aspects of evidence
Evidence to demonstrate consistent achievement of this unit's outcomes includes:
competency in safe object handling
Concurrent assessment of units
It is recommended that this unit is assessed in conjunction with the unit/s titled:
Document objects
Underpinning knowledge and skills
Skills and knowledge are required in:
institution's Conservation policies and procedures
subject matter expertise related to object and institution
object's history and significance
relevant sources of expert advice
legal, ethical and financial requirements for examining, identifying and reporting objects
cultural protocols for examining, identifying and reporting objects
Indigenous culture and protocols
institution's procedures and systems for examining, identifying and reporting objects
object handling and examination techniques
safe work and manual handling procedures
listening, questioning and clarification
reading and interpreting records and reports relating to objects
writing memos, business reports and letters
speaking clearly, concisely and in a friendly manner
applying cross cultural sensitivity and effective communication techniques to all interactions
working collaboratively in a team
working in a way which strengthens and reinforces relationships
using computers for word processing, spreadsheets, data base entry and retrieval
Resource implications
Competency in this unit should be assessed using all the relevant resources commonly provided in a museum, public gallery, contemporary art space, science exploration centre and/or keeping place. Specific tools may include:
relevant policies and procedures manuals
organisation's mission statement
other organisational documentation, eg organisational charts, floor plans and relevant instructions for staff
Method and context of assessment
Evidence of competence may be obtained through a variety of methods including:
practical demonstration
CV or portfolio
third party report addressing the performance criteria
oral or written questions
case study project
Communicating ideas and information
(3)
Collecting analysing and organising information
(3)
Planning and organising activities
(3)
Working with others and in teams
(3)
Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(3)
Solving problems
(3)
Using technology
(3)
Evidence to demonstrate consistent achievement of this unit's outcomes includes:
competency in safe object handling
Concurrent assessment of units
It is recommended that this unit is assessed in conjunction with the unit/s titled:
Document objects
Underpinning knowledge and skills
Skills and knowledge are required in:
institution's Conservation policies and procedures
subject matter expertise related to object and institution
object's history and significance
relevant sources of expert advice
legal, ethical and financial requirements for examining, identifying and reporting objects
cultural protocols for examining, identifying and reporting objects
Indigenous culture and protocols
institution's procedures and systems for examining, identifying and reporting objects
object handling and examination techniques
safe work and manual handling procedures
listening, questioning and clarification
reading and interpreting records and reports relating to objects
writing memos, business reports and letters
speaking clearly, concisely and in a friendly manner
applying cross cultural sensitivity and effective communication techniques to all interactions
working collaboratively in a team
working in a way which strengthens and reinforces relationships
using computers for word processing, spreadsheets, data base entry and retrieval
Resource implications
Competency in this unit should be assessed using all the relevant resources commonly provided in a museum, public gallery, contemporary art space, science exploration centre and/or keeping place. Specific tools may include:
relevant policies and procedures manuals
organisation's mission statement
other organisational documentation, eg organisational charts, floor plans and relevant instructions for staff
Method and context of assessment
Evidence of competence may be obtained through a variety of methods including:
practical demonstration
CV or portfolio
third party report addressing the performance criteria
oral or written questions
case study project
Communicating ideas and information
(3)
Collecting analysing and organising information
(3)
Planning and organising activities
(3)
Working with others and in teams
(3)
Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(3)
Solving problems
(3)
Using technology
(3)
No information