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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Catalogue material
   • Analyse subject content of material using knowledge of general concepts and principles of bibliographic control, relevant standards and customer needs
   • Create records following organisational standards, precedents and techniques, and according to industry standards
   • Evaluate and adapt precedents to meet specified needs
   • Select appropriate subject headings and cataloguing tools and standards
   • Construct sufficient headings to enhance access to information using standards and authorities lists
   • Format description
   • Consult with colleagues to determine systematic and reasonable approaches to cataloguing complex material where no precedents exist
2. Classify material
   • Use chosen classification systems to reflect knowledge of principles of organisation
   • Select a classification number consistent with classification system that reflects understanding of subject content and provides ready access for customers and staff
   • Check shelf list or online catalogue for previously assigned classification numbers for similar items
3. Contribute to maintenance and development of cataloguing practices
   • Maintain and apply knowledge of changes in cataloguing practices to enhance cataloguing consistency and quality
   • Consult with colleagues regarding issues with cataloguing system operations or procedures and take appropriate action to address problems
   • Create and maintain records of materials and holdings according to relevant national and organisational procedures
   • Comply with legislation relevant to cataloguing practices

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

construct subject access points and accurately classify material to be catalogued

analyse subject content for cataloguing and classification purposes

maintain and apply knowledge of bibliographic and catalogue record components, and cataloguing standards and conventions

demonstrate a collaborative approach to resolving complex problems

demonstrate use of current industry cataloguing systems.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

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Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

describe the purpose and function of various cataloguing tools

select and apply appropriate classification schemes relevant to work context

demonstrate subject access and control of methods, including:

authority control procedures

subject headings lists

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demonstrate application of authority systems and files

select and apply common automated cataloguing modules relevant to work context

critically review catalogue maintenance principles and activities

compare and contrast ways of modifying and upgrading records to suit customer needs, including:

additional access points

establishing new authorities

analyse precedents and their use to inform cataloguing of complex materials and demonstrate interpretation and judgement to deviate from precedents where necessary

identify and apply national and international cataloguing standards

review current industry trends relating to cataloguing and classification processes

discuss copyright, moral rights and intellectual property issues and legislation relevant to cataloguing practices.

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