Certificate IV in Library/Information Services 
 

 
Traineeship
National Code
: 
CUL40104 
CRICOS Code: 066464M 
Centre:
Information and Communications Technology
Location:
Nelson Campus,
Study Area: Library Studies 
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Units of Competency

Duration

1 year

Intake dates

January

What does this course involve?

If you’re looking to start your career as a library technician, working as part of a library or information services team, the Diploma of Library/Information Services course will give you the essential training.

You will develop an understanding of the library information services industry, learn how to search databases and use cataloguing tools.

You will help customers access information, operate computing packages and lead work teams.

This course will also teach you how to provide quality customer service, manage effective working relationships and manage your own work priorities and professional development.

Entrance requirements

Australian Year 12 or equivalent with a pass.
Relevant senior employment experience in industry will be considered.

English language proficiency

A minimum IELTS overall score of 5.5 (Academic).
A minimum TOEFL score of 530 for paper examination; 179 for computer based and 71 for Internet based.

Special admission requirements

None

Cost

$AUD11,300 per year, plus amenities and materials fees.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course may provide you with employment opportunities as a library assistant in school, university, institute, public or special libraries.

You may also find employment in information agencies, booksellers, library supply agencies and library software suppliers.

What further study options will I have?

You will progress into the second year of the Diploma of Library/Information Services. You may then wish to further your studies with the Advanced Diploma of Library/Information Services.

Accreditation

Nationally Recognised

Where will I study?

Nelson Campus,
All fees shown are in Australian dollars and do not include living or accommodation expenses. All fees quoted are indicative and are correct at the time of publishing. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.
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Units of Competency

Core
ICAU2006B
Operate computing packages
60 hr
This unit defines the competency required to identify, select and correctly operate three desktop applications for a range of purposes. There may be benefit in concurrent learning with the following units: ICAU2005B Operate computer hardware ICAU2231B Use computer operating system The following units are linked and form an appropriate cluster: ICAD2003B Receive and process oral and written communication ICAI2015B Install software applications ICAW2001B Work effectively in an IT environment No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
CULLB001B
Develop and apply knowledge of the library information services industry
60 hr
CULLB302C
Use cataloguing tools
40 hr
CULLB002B
Obtain information from external and networked sources to meet customer needs
20 hr
CULLB005B
Search databases
30 hr
CULLB401C
Assist customers to access information
40 hr
CULLB602C
Use, evaluate and extend own information literacy skills
50 hr
CULLB412C
Undertake cataloguing activities
100 hr
BSBFLM412A
Promote team effectiveness
50 hr
CUEOHS01C
Implement workplace health, safety and security procedures
60 hr
Electives
BSBCMN205A
Use business technology
30 hr
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to select, use, and maintain business technology. This technology includes the effective use of computer software to organise information and data. This unit is related to BSBCMN307A Maintain business resources.
BSBCMN418A
Address customer needs
50 hr
This unit specifies the outcomes required to manage the ongoing relationship with a customer, which includes assisting the customer to articulate their needs, meeting the customer's needs and managing networks to ensure customer's needs are addressed.
CULLB205C
Process and maintain information resources
30 hr
CULLB206C
Assist with circulation services
15 hr
CULLB307C
Use multimedia
30 hr
CULMS207C
Assist with the presentation of public activities and events
50 hr
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