Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Library-Information Services
Diploma of Library-Information Services
Qualification
National Code:
CUL50104
CUL50104
State Code:
C725
C725
TGA Status:
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0913 - Librarianship, Information Management And Curatorial Studies
Original TGA Release Date
05/04/2004
Approved Date
13/05/2005
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
2005
Duration
4 Semesters
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/04/2004
VET Act Conditions
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Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 05/04/2004 | Current | Approved |
Description
Not applicable.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification the candidate must demonstrate competency in eighteen (18) units comprising of:- ten (10) core units plus
- eight (8) other units
Complete eight (8) other units with at least three (3) from one or more of the following areas of the CUL04 Museum and Library/Information Services Training Package:
- Library Practice
- Information Organisation and Management
- Library Customer Service
- Preventive Conservation
- Public Programs
- Multimedia
- Information and Computer Technology
- Recordkeeping
Remaining units may be selected from any relevant endorsed Training Package.
Appendix A provides guidance on suitable packaging levels for all Units of Competency. The total package of units must meet the requirements of the Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptor for a Diploma. In all cases selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the level of the qualification.
1. Core Units
All ten (10) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D1787 | CULLB506C | Catalogue and classify material | 120 | Unit of competency |
| C5794 | CUEOHS01B | Implement workplace health, safety and security procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C7040 | BSBFLM503B | Manage effective workplace relationships | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1788 | CULLB508C | Monitor and enhance information access | 120 | Unit of competency |
| D1775 | CULLB002B | Obtain information from external and networked sources to meet customer needs | 80 | Unit of competency |
| C9559 | TAADEL301B | Provide training through instruction and demonstration of work skills | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D1776 | CULLB003B | Research and analyse information to meet customer needs | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D1789 | CULLB509C | Select and acquire information materials | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D1785 | CULLB412C | Undertake cataloguing activities | 100 | Unit of competency |
| D1791 | CULLB602C | Use, evaluate and extend own information literacy skills | 100 | Unit of competency |
2. Other Units
Eight (8) units to be completed
The following table outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full list of available options
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1029 | ICPMM65DA | Create web pages with multimedia | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1821 | CULMS609C | Develop policies and strategies | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D1646 | CUEFIN02C | Manage a budget | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C4070 | CUSADM03A | Manage a project | 51 | Unit of competency |
| D1612 | CUETEM09B | Manage diversity | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D1674 | CUVADM05B | Plan and develop information management systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C4183 | CUFIMA01A | Produce and manipulate digital images | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C4535 | ICAITU126B | Use advanced features of computer applications | 30 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C195 | CUL50199 | Diploma of Library and Information Services | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D697 | CUL50111 | Diploma of Library and Information Services | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
This training program is a representation of the qualification code CUL50104 taken from the Museum/Library Information Services Training Package CUL04 which should be consulted for full description of requirements. CUL04 is endorsed until 30/07/2007.
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Australian National Training Authority.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was originally entered on to STARS by Central TAFE on 11/05/05.
4. This qualification was updated on 19 September and 7 October, 2008 by the DET to reflect a national continuous improvement version change (V2). The change mostly consisted of removing Key Competencies which were replaced by Employability Skills in all units. Accordingly, all CUL04 units within this qualification received a new national code (ie, B or C version) and a new TAFEWA ID unit number. Updated imported units may have also replaced some units.
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Australian National Training Authority.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was originally entered on to STARS by Central TAFE on 11/05/05.
4. This qualification was updated on 19 September and 7 October, 2008 by the DET to reflect a national continuous improvement version change (V2). The change mostly consisted of removing Key Competencies which were replaced by Employability Skills in all units. Accordingly, all CUL04 units within this qualification received a new national code (ie, B or C version) and a new TAFEWA ID unit number. Updated imported units may have also replaced some units.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
