Application
This unit describes skills and knowledge required to select and use established tools, systems, technologies, conventions and standards to search, retrieve and validate data from catalogues at an introductory level.
It applies to individuals working in a library or information services context, under supervision, who apply a general understanding of cataloguing and bibliographic concepts in their job.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 Select cataloguing tools | 1.1 Access sources of cataloguing rules and tools relevant to organisation 1.2 Develop an understanding of basic components and structure of bibliographic records 1.3 Identify relevance of different cataloguing tools to particular areas of work 1.4 Select appropriate cataloguing tools to complete specific work activities |
2 Search and retrieve bibliographic records | 2.1 Search online catalogues to determine availability of existing bibliographic records in local system 2.2 Search other library catalogues or external databases to locate suitable bibliographic records 2.3 Retrieve and download suitable bibliographic records to local system |
3 Apply cataloguing standards | 3.1 Check downloaded bibliographic records for accuracy according to cataloguing standards 3.2 Consult with relevant colleagues regarding accuracy of bibliographic records |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
apply general knowledge of cataloguing tools and standards to work activities
demonstrate an understanding of cataloguing entries and components to search and retrieve records
use current industry systems, technologies and conventions.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
Evidence of Knowledge
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
identify principal cataloguing tools used in libraries and information services in Australia endorsed by the Australian Committee on Cataloguing (ACOC)
describe application of tools to different areas of work
outline rationale behind cataloguing tools and systems in the broad library and information services context
explain basic components and structure of bibliographic records, including descriptive cataloguing records and machine readable cataloguing (marc) formats
describe commonly used classification and subject heading schemes.
Assessment Conditions
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:
special purpose tools, equipment, materials and industry software packages
current cataloguing rules, technologies and systems
relevant policy and procedures documents.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill | Performance Criteria | Description |
Reading | 1.1-1.4, 2.1-2.3, 3.1, 3.2 | Interprets, consolidates and checks completeness and accuracy of information and data Interprets information from sources to identify relevant and key information |
Writing | 1.4, 3.2 | Accurately records and completes information in organisational systems |
Oral Communication | 3.2 | Provides key information and asks questions to clarify understanding |
Numeracy | 1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2 | Interprets and uses mathematical information embedded in cataloguing systems |
Navigate the world of work | 1.1-1.3, 3.1 | Follows workplace procedures and meets expectations associated with own role Maintains knowledge of cataloguing tools relevant to own role |
Interact with others | 3.2 | Complies with work instructions and contributes to work group discussions |
Get the work done | 1.1, 1.4, 2.1-2.3 | Plans and implements routine tasks and workload Analyses task requirements to decide on appropriate procedure to follow Uses familiar digital technologies and systems to access information, search and enter data, and communicate with others |
Sectors
Library – Information Management