Diploma of Library/Information Services 
 

 
Traineeship
National Code
: 
CUL50104 
CRICOS Code: 062368K 
Centre:
Information and Communications Technology
Location:
Nelson Campus,
Study Area: Library Studies 
Study Area Sub Category:  
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Units of Competency

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, this course is for you.

You will gain a essential clerical, communication, computer and technical skills.

You will learn how to supervise staff, train small groups, and establish effective working relationships.

You will also develop skills in reference work, cataloguing, circulation, database searching and using information technology.

This course is also available to international students.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course may provide you with employment as a 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 library software suppliers.

You may wish to apply for membership with the Australian Library and Information Association as a library technician.


As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

Accreditation

Nationally Recognised

What further study options will I have?

You may wish to progress into the Advanced Diploma of Library/Information Services or other professional librarianship courses and gain credits for studies already undertaken.

Can I apply?

  • You should have good written and oral communication skills.
  • You must have:
    • successfully completed Year 12 or equivalent, or be mature age
    • basic computer skills.

How do I apply?

VTAC - to apply for a full time position in this course you must use the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) process. Details of the VTAC application process are at www.vtac.edu.au and in the VTAC Guide, which is available from leading newsagents and libraries from August. If the Institute still has vacancies after the VTAC places have been offered, you will be able to apply directly to the Institute. To apply for a part time place (or off campus place if applicable) in this course, you will need to contact the Institute directly.

If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

How will I be selected for this course?

  • Individual interview
  • Assessment of application (VTAC)

Length of course

  • Full time - 2 years. (incorporating Certificate IV)
  • Part time - 4 to 6 years (incorporating Certificate IV).
  • Single units may also be taken in a variety of modes such as weekly classes, day blocks, distance learning and off-site (on-the-job).

Where will I study?

Nelson Campus,

What costs and other fees should I expect?

Government Subsidised Fees (Skills Deepening)

Fees for government subsidised students are made up of three main components:
1.   Tuition Fee
2.   Service and Amenity Fee
3.   Materials Fees (including course teaching materials fee and/or retained course items fees).
1. Tuition Fee - 2010
If you are enrolling for the first time in 2010 and eligible for a government subsidised place, the Tuition Fee will be $3.25 per hour with a minimum Tuition Fee of $225* per year and a maximum of $2,000 per year depending upon number of hours enrolled and eligibility for concession.

If you commenced your current course prior to 1 July 2009, but need to enrol in additional units for the same course in 2010 you will pay the Fee Maintenance rate of $1.40 per hour with a minimum fee of $56 per year and a maximum of $896 per year depending upon eligibility for a concession.

* Minimum fee and not a concession fee for diploma and advanced diploma courses.
2. Service and Amenities Fee
For enrolments up to 404 hours a $58 fee will be charged. For enrolments 405 hours and higher, an $80 fee will be charged.
3. Material Fees
Course teaching materials fees and/or retained course items fees are charged per course. This fee covers materials used in the course, plus some items that you are issued with and retain beyond the life of the course. Fees will vary from course to course, and can range from $100 to $1,000.

Self Funded

Self funded students will pay approximately $10,000 per year ($11.49 per hour of the course) depending upon number of hours enrolled. You may be eligible for VET FEE-HELP to assist with payment.

How will I be assessed?

  • Oral presentation
  • Written assessment
  • Practical assessment
  • Project work
  • Examination or testing
  • Workplace assessment

Will my previous experience or study count?

Advanced Standing is approved recognition of prior learning that is displayed as an Exemption (EX) on the student’s academic record. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.
All fees quoted are indicative fees and are correct at the time of print. 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
BSBFLM503B
Manage effective workplace relationships
60 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.
CULLB003B
Research and analyse information to meet customer needs
80 hr
CULLB506C
Catalogue and classify material
100 hr
CULLB508C
Monitor and enhance information access
50 hr
CULLB002B
Obtain information from external and networked sources to meet customer needs
20 hr
CULLB509C
Select and acquire information materials
50 hr
CULLB602C
Use, evaluate and extend own information literacy skills
50 hr
CULLB412C
Undertake cataloguing activities
100 hr
TAADEL301B
Provide training through instruction and demonstration of work skills
40 hr
CUEOHS01C
Implement workplace health, safety and security procedures
60 hr
Electives (choose eight)
CULLB004B
Process information resource orders
40 hr
CULMS009B
Implement preventive conservation activities
60 hr
CULMS506C
Plan and develop activities, events and programs
60 hr
ICPMM321B
Capture digital image
40 hr
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use digital camera technology for the production of colour separated images.
BSBFLM501B
Manage personal work priorities and professional development
60 hr
This unit specifies the outcomes required to manage own performance and professional development. Particular emphasis is on setting and meeting priorities, analysing information and using strategies to develop further competence.
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
TAAASS401C
Plan and organise assessment
10 hr
TAAASS402C
Assess competence
15 hr
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