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Australia As An Information Society 101

Australia As An Information Society 101

Module
National Code
State Code
65402
DTWD Status
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/12/1994
Field of Education
090399 - Studies In Human Society, N.e.c.
Nominal Hours
51
Description
To provide students with an understanding of the purpose and structure of
selected institutions within Australian society; the role of information in the
maintenance and
development of these institutions and the impact of modern technology on the
storage and dissemination of information.
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Evidence Guide
Internal assessment 40%
One three hour written examination 60%

One report of approximately 1,500 words on the
collection, organisation, storage, retrieval and
dissemination of information within a selected
area of government or industry 20%

One essay of approximately 1,500 words on current developments in modern
technology and their possible impact on information storage and transfer in
libraries 20%
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Associated Qual/Courses
State Code National Code Title Type
9620 Applied Science Library and Information Studies Accredited course