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Perform writing and editing tasks

Perform writing and editing tasks

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAWRT404
State Code
OAO61
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
20/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
02/04/2019
Field of Education
100705 - Written Communication
Original Release Date
02/04/2019
Nominal Hours
110
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply the conventions of plain English to writing and editing tasks of different forms. It also includes editing and proofreading techniques.It applies to individuals in various writing contexts who write and edit texts using appropriate language, style, grammar, spelling, and standard conventions for editing and proofreading.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Apply clear and appropriate language and style to writing and editing tasks
  • 1.1 Use safe work practices including addressing ergonomic requirements when undertaking writing tasks
  • 1.2 Use clear, concise and plain English in writing and editing tasks
  • 1.3 Apply appropriate paragraph structure to written material to ensure clarity of meaning and ease of reading
  • 1.4 Make clear and logical connections between sentences, paragraphs and sections
  • 1.5 Determine and incorporate the language and style of the audience
2. Apply the appropriate voice, tone and tense
  • 2.1 Determine appropriate voice, tone and tense of the written materials according to audience requirements
  • 2.2 Maintain consistent voice, tone and tense throughout written material
3. Apply appropriate grammar, spelling and punctuation
  • 3.1 Apply appropriate grammar conventions to a range of written contexts including use of numbers, quotations, and tables
  • 3.2 Apply appropriate spelling and punctuation conventions in writing and editing tasks.
4. Perform editing and proofreading tasks to meet requirements
  • 4.1 Edit written material to ensure clear meaning through language and paragraphs, consistent voice, tone and tense
  • 4.2 Copyedit written material by checking grammar, spelling and punctuation using standard editing conventions
  • 4.3 Proofreading using style guides and by monitoring written material for errors
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