List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 Construct bibliographic descriptions | 1.1 Apply relevant national and international standards and accepted variations when cataloguing material 1.2 Create original catalogue records for a variety of formats and check authority files following relevant standards 1.3 Ensure created records include sufficient and relevant access points for ease of retrieval by catalogue users 1.4 Construct descriptions to suit customer needs according to automated system and organisational procedures 1.5 Create item of records and statement of holdings |
2 Locate, retrieve and transfer bibliographic information and records | 2.1 Search own cataloguing database to determine availability of existing bibliographic records for same or similar items 2.2 Search external catalogues or databases to create copy catalogue records from suitable bibliographic records 2.3 Download and upload bibliographic records to local system in line with organisational techniques and procedures |
3 Edit bibliographic records | 3.1 Check downloaded bibliographic records for accuracy and compliance with local cataloguing procedures 3.2 Edit downloaded records as necessary according to system and organisational procedures 3.3 Add item to records and holdings statements |
4 Provide cataloguing support | 4.1 Undertake appropriate catalogue maintenance to preserve integrity of local database 4.2 Apply national systems and standards to facilitate database searching and future cataloguing 4.3 Use data from shelf lists and relevant statistics captured by automated systems to inform cataloguing decisions 4.4 Advise relevant personnel on the need for new authority records as necessary and according to organisational guidelines 4.5 Consult with relevant personnel regarding cataloguing issues or problems and take appropriate action |
Evidence of the ability to:
create, edit and maintain catalogue records accurately, and in the process demonstrate:
sound knowledge of bibliographic and catalogue record components
knowledge of cataloguing standards
use of current industry systems
complete activities within realistic workplace time constraints.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
reference cataloguing standards and systems used in Australian libraries endorsed by the Australian Committee on Cataloguing (ACOC)
apply commonly used automated cataloguing systems and shared cataloguing networks
analyse frequently occurring cataloguing problems
describe principles of bibliographic description and access
compare and contrast ways of preparing original and copy cataloguing records
describe procedures for maintaining cataloguing records
discuss copyright, moral rights and intellectual property issues and legislation that impact cataloguing.
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the Library – Information Management field of work and include access to:
access to relevant policy and procedures documents
use of current industry cataloguing tools, systems and standards.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.