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Produce texts from audio transcription

Produce texts from audio transcription

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBADM303B
State Code
D0543
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/03/2009
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/08/2008
Field of Education
080901 - Secretarial And Clerical Studies
Original Release Date
01/08/2008
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to transcribe from an audio source using keyboarding techniques and to produce accurate texts.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for audio transcription
  • 1.1. Prior to commencing the task, identify organisational requirements relating to style, presentation and storage of texts
  • 1.2. Clarify purpose and requirements of the text with author or supervisor
2. Transcribe from an audio source
  • 2.1. Produce text using keyboarding techniques from an audio transcription with the required accuracy
  • 2.2. Predict the meaning of any unclear speech from the context, or clarify with authors
  • 2.3. Ensure text developed from the audio transcription conveys intended meaning
  • 2.4. Clarify the spelling of names or any technical terms and punctuation to ensure accuracy and clarity of the text
  • 2.5. Produce draft text within designated time lines
  • 2.6. Self-check draft text for accuracy
3. Edit and revise text
  • 3.1. Circulate draft for checking in line with requirements of the organisation or originator of the audio transcription
  • 3.2. Incorporate any amendments and self-check final text for accuracy, grammar and appropriateness for intended purpose and audience
  • 3.3. Format, name, store, print and distribute final text in accordance with organisational and task requirements
RANGE STATEMENT
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.
Purpose and requirements of the text may include:
agenda
formal or informal letters
memo
minutes
report
verbatim record of dictation
verbatim record of meeting
Audio transcription may include:
electronic audio files, for example MP3 files, podcasts, hand held device including personal digital assistants (PDAs)
audio-tape
dictation machine or dictaphone
micro-cassette
Required accuracy may include:
capturing the intended meaning of the dictation
correct grammar
correct spelling
correct use of technical vocabulary
intended meaning
Designated time lines may include:
organisational time line e.g. minutes of meeting or agenda
time line agreed with supervisor or the person requiring text
Self-checking may include:
checking and incorporating any amendments suggested by others
checking for readability and flow
checking grammar
checking that the intended meaning is captured
checking spelling
Organisational and task requirements may include:
instructions of the author of the audio transcription, or supervisor
organisational policies and procedures
filing and recordkeeping conventions
correct number of copies
organisational format or style guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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 following is essential:
producing accurate final documents transcribed from audio sources.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to office equipment and resources, such as:
workplace reference materials such as style guides
audio source equipment such as hand held devices, tape recorders and audio-tapes, dictaphone equipment
computer equipment including word processing software
dictionary.
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:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
review of authenticated documents from the workplace or training environment
demonstration of techniques.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
BSBWRT301AWrite simple documents
other administration units.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C3660 BSBADM303A Produce texts from audio transcription Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUJ22 BSBADM303 Produce texts from audio transcription Unit of competency