Advanced Diploma of Library/Information Services 
 

 
Traineeship
National Code
: 
CUL60104 
CRICOS Code: 066465K 
Centre:
Information and Communications Technology
Location:
Nelson Campus
Study Area: Library Studies; 
Study Area Sub Category:  
Career Card:
Library Technician 
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Units of Competency

Duration

2 1/2 years (includes the Certificate IV and Diploma of Library/Information Services)

Intake dates

January

What does this course involve?

As you read this information, please note the course is going to be re-accredited. There will be minor changes to the information provided here.
If you’re a diploma-qualified library technician, this course will give you specialist skills in a range of areas.
You will learn how to establish effective workplace relationships, plan and develop information management systems, activities and events.
You can choose to enhance your technical skills in updating and creating web pages, incorporating digital photography in multimedia presentations, undertaking marketing activities, budget management and advanced cataloguing.
This course will also develop your leadership skills, help you to manage meetings and recruit and select staff.

Entrance requirements

Australian Year 12 or equivalent with a pass, however 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

Year 1: $AUD11,300 Year 2: $AUD13,200 Year 3: $AUD6,600
Plus yearly amenities and materials fees.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course may provide you with employment as a senior library technician in school, university, institute, public, special, state and national libraries.
You may also find employment in information agencies, booksellers, library supply agencies and with library software suppliers.
You will also be eligible to apply for membership with the Australian Library and Information Association as a library technician.

What further study options will I have?

You will receive advanced status within courses of professional librarianship and can gain at least twelve months of exemptions in relevant courses. Individual generic units are also recognised in other courses of study, allowing for movement into a wide range of career paths.

Accreditation

This course is government accredited and has national recognition

Where will I study?

Nelson Campus

 
Units of Competency

Core
CUEFIN02B
Manage a Budget
40.00 hr
BSBFLM503B
Manage Effective Workplace Relationships
60.00 hr
This unit specifies the outcomes required to manage effective workplace relationships with particular regard to communication and representation. This involves analysing and communicating information, establishing systems to develop and maintain effective working relationships and networks, and implementing strategies to overcome difficulties.
CULLB001B
Develop And Apply Knowledge Of The Library Information Services Industry
60.00 hr
CULLB003B
Research And Analyse Information To Meet Customer Needs
80.00 hr
CULLB505C
Analyse And Describe Information Materials
30.00 hr
CULLB506C
Catalogue And Classify Material
100.00 hr
CULLB508C
Monitor And Enhance Information Access
50.00 hr
CULLB510C
Develop And Maintain Community/Stakeholder Relationships
50.00 hr
CULLB701C
Analyse And Describe Specialist/Complex Material
60.00 hr
CULLB708C
Manage Information Access
40.00 hr
CULMS506C
Plan And Develop Activities, Events And Programs
60.00 hr
CUVADM05A
Plan And Develop Information Management Systems
60.00 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and implement information management systems within an organisation. This role would generally be undertaken by administrators and managers. The unit is generic in nature and may be applied in a range of industry contexts.
Electives
CUFMEM12A
Update Web Pages
30.00 hr
CUSADM03A
Manage a Project
50.00 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage a straightforward project or a section of a larger project.
CULLB004B
Process Information Resource Orders
40.00 hr
CULLB302C
Use Cataloguing Tools
40.00 hr
CULMS009B
Implement Preventive Conservation Activities
60.00 hr
CULMS011B
Develop a Disaster Preparedness Plan
30.00 hr
ICPMM321B
Capture Digital Image
40.00 hr
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use digital camera technology for the production of colour separated images.
ICPMM322B
Edit a Digital Image
40.00 hr
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to edit and manipulate an image captured digitally and to prepare for export to electronic image assembly.
All fees shown are in Australian dollars and do not include living or accommodation expenses. All fees quoted are indicative fees 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. An offer of a place is always subject to places being available. The Institute reserves the right to close applications when the course is full. Where demand for a course is not met the course may be cancelled at short notice. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.

Course Enquiries

Local Students
1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445)

International Students
+61 3 9286 9425