Diploma of Library/Information Services
 

Traineeship
National Code
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CUL50104
Short Course Guide
CRICOS Code: 072100M
Centre:
Information and Communications Technology
Location:
Nelson Campus, Off Campus
Study Area: Library Studies;
Study Area Sub Category:  
Career Card:
Library Technician
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Units of Competency

What does this course involve?

Please note: this course is in the process of being re-accredited. There will be some changes to the information provided here.

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 essential clerical, communication, computer and technical skills along with 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.

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 of 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

This course is government accredited and has national recognition

What further study options will I have?

You may wish to progress into 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
  • You need basic computer skills.

How do I apply?

Off campus applicants must apply directly to the Institute.

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

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, Off Campus

What costs and other fees should I expect?

For this course, there are two fee structures. Visit the Government Subsidised Place Eligibility page to see if you are eligible for a Government subsidised place.

Government Subsidised Fees

  1. Tuition Fee - $4.33 per hour *
  2. Service and Amenities Fee - $65.00 or 90.00
  3. Material Fees - contact the Institute

*Annual indicative tuition fee for full-time commencing students, and maximum for continuing students
For a breakdown of unit prices, view the 2012 Fee Schedule.

You may be eligible for VET FEE-HELP (an Australian Government loan scheme).

Fee For Service Fees

Fee for Service - this course will cost $13,125.00 if you aren't eligible for government subsidised training.

If you are an employer seeking training for groups of employees, contact the Institute for a customised package.

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.

 
Units of Competency

Core
TAADEL301B
Provide Training Through Instruction And Demonstration Of Work Skills
40.00 hr

Not Supplied

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.

CULLB002B
Obtain Information From External And Networked Sources To Meet Customer Needs
20.00 hr

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to source and obtain information from external and networked sources to meet customer needs.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement

CULLB003B
Research And Analyse Information To Meet Customer Needs
80.00 hr

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide customer access to diverse and complex sources of information using research and analytical skills. This unit builds on the skills in CULLB401C Assist customers to access information.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement

CULLB506C
Catalogue And Classify Material
100.00 hr

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to analyse, catalogue and classify material to facilitate customer access.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to analyse, catalogue and classify material to facilitate customer access.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement
CULLB508C
Monitor And Enhance Information Access
50.00 hr

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to monitor and enhance the service provider's information systems and services. It focuses on the monitoring and evaluation of new technological developments and the development of strategies to enhance existing services or introduce new services.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement

CULLB509C
Select And Acquire Information Materials
50.00 hr

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to coordinate information selection and acquisition for an information services provider.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement

CULLB602C
Use, Evaluate And Extend Own Information Literacy Skills
50.00 hr

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use, evaluate and extend one's own information literacy skills at a complex level.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement

CULLB412C
Undertake Cataloguing Activities
100.00 hr

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to complete original descriptive cataloguing and catalogue maintenance activities.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement

CUEOHS01C
Implement Workplace Health, Safety And Security Procedures
60.00 hr

This unit contains employability skills.

Electives (choose eight)
TAAASS401C
Plan And Organise Assessment
10.00 hr

This unit specifies the competence required to plan and organise the assessment process, including recognition of prior learning (RPL), in a competency-based assessment system.

TAAASS402C
Assess Competence
15.00 hr

This unit addresses the competence of conducting competency assessment in accordance with a developed assessment plan. It includes assessment for recognition of prior learning (RPL) or as part of a learning and assessment pathway.

The critical focus of this unit is on interpreting the collected evidence and making a judgement of competence against the specified competency standards by applying the principles of assessment and rules of evidence. This unit also covers demonstration of the professional relationship between assessor and candidate/s and the skills needed to support this relationship.

The achievement of this unit includes interpretation of competency standards, (where competency standards are used as the benchmarks for assessment). TAADES401B Use Training Packages to meet client needs addresses this skill in depth.

This unit does not address the development of an assessment/RPL plan or organisation of required resources for assessment/RPL, which is addressed in TAAASS401C Plan and organise assessment.

The competence specified in this unit is typically required by assessors.

BSBFLM501B
Manage Personal Work Priorities And Professional Development
60.00 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.

CULLB004B
Process Information Resource Orders
40.00 hr

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to process orders for information resources in accordance with organisational acquisition procedures.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endoresment

  

 

 

 

CULLB205C
Process And Maintain Information Resources
30.00 hr

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to ensure consistent organisation and maintenance of information, materials and equipment (both print-based and electronic).

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement

CULLB206C
Assist With Circulation Services
15.00 hr

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to process loan transactions and assist customers with circulation/lending enquiries.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement

CULLB307C
Use Multimedia
30.00 hr

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use a range of multimedia equipment/programs at a non-specialist level.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement

CULMS009B
Implement Preventive Conservation Activities
60.00 hr

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide general preventive care for cultural material. The unit focuses only on environmental monitoring, condition assessment and the overall implementation of disaster preparedness measures.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement

CULMS207C
Assist With The Presentation Of Public Activities And Events
50.00 hr

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to complete a range of tasks under supervision for the set up and operation of activities and events. As such the unit includes a general knowledge of the issues to be considered in staging any type of activity or event.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement

CULMS506C
Plan And Develop Activities, Events And Programs
60.00 hr

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan and develop activities, events or programs for different customer groups.

This unit is equivalent to unit THTPPD05B Plan and develop interpretive activities, in the THT02 Tourism Training Package.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.

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.

All fees quoted are annual indicative fees and are correct at the time of publishing. The Victorian state government recently announced a series of government funding and fee policy changes for TAFEs. As a result, the advertised tuition fee rates are subject to change, for students commencing their course from 1 July 2012. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. The student tuition fee is indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student services and amenities fees. 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 minimum course numbers are not met, the course may be cancelled at short notice. In such instances and only when possible, an alternative option may be suggested for accredited courses. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.

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