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Develop and apply knowledge of the museum industry
Develop and apply knowledge of the museum industry
Unit of competency
National Code
CULMS201C
CULMS201C
State Code
D1809
D1809
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/11/2009
Field of Education
091301 - Librarianship And Information Management
Original Release Date
24/11/2009
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop and apply a basic knowledge of the museum industry. As such, the unit underpins performance across all areas of museum practice.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Source and apply industry information
- 1.1 Identify and use relevant sources to acquire basic information about the museums industry
- 1.2 Use industry knowledge appropriately to enhance the quality of work outcomes
2 Source and apply information on industry employment obligations and opportunities
- 2.1 Identify and use relevant sources to acquire information about employment obligations and opportunities in the museums industry
- 2.2 Use knowledge of industry employment obligations and opportunities appropriately within day-to-day work activities
3 Seek opportunities to update industry knowledge
- 3.1 Identify and use a range of information sources and opportunities to update knowledge of the museum industry
- 3.2 Monitor current key issues affecting the industry, using appropriate industry channels
- 3.3 Share updated knowledge with customers and colleagues as appropriate, and incorporate into day-to-day work activities
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Basic information about the museums industry should include:
role, function and history of museums in the community, including different structures and philosophies
key contacts and industry networks
relationship of museums industry to other industries and other cultural agencies
products and services typically provided by museums
legislation that impacts on the industry
concept of sustainable museum practice
The role, function and history of museums may relate to:
acquisition
conservation
research
communication
education
operating structure
The history of museums may relate to:
early development both in Australia and overseas
current trends and developments
changing roles within the community
operating structures
changing concepts/philosophies of museums
Information sources and opportunities to update knowledge may include:
industry associations and organisations
industry journals
media
Internet
reference manuals
events e.g. conferences, seminars, trade fairs
training programs
community activities
activities staged by other institutions
social events
unions and employer bodies
professional associations
Employment obligations and opportunities in the museums industry may relate to:
career opportunities
basic rights and responsibilities of the employer and employee
employment conditions
award provisions
enterprise bargaining agreements
job descriptions
codes of conduct
codes of ethics
Other industries with which the museum industry has a relationship may include:
visual arts
tourism
hospitality
retail
community recreation
library/information services
education
information technology
Current issues affecting the industry may relate to:
government initiatives
funding policies
changing nature of the visitor/community
trends in museum practice
cultural protocols
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Basic information about the museums industry should include:
role, function and history of museums in the community, including different structures and philosophies
key contacts and industry networks
relationship of museums industry to other industries and other cultural agencies
products and services typically provided by museums
legislation that impacts on the industry
concept of sustainable museum practice
The role, function and history of museums may relate to:
acquisition
conservation
research
communication
education
operating structure
The history of museums may relate to:
early development both in Australia and overseas
current trends and developments
changing roles within the community
operating structures
changing concepts/philosophies of museums
Information sources and opportunities to update knowledge may include:
industry associations and organisations
industry journals
media
Internet
reference manuals
events e.g. conferences, seminars, trade fairs
training programs
community activities
activities staged by other institutions
social events
unions and employer bodies
professional associations
Employment obligations and opportunities in the museums industry may relate to:
career opportunities
basic rights and responsibilities of the employer and employee
employment conditions
award provisions
enterprise bargaining agreements
job descriptions
codes of conduct
codes of ethics
Other industries with which the museum industry has a relationship may include:
visual arts
tourism
hospitality
retail
community recreation
library/information services
education
information technology
Current issues affecting the industry may relate to:
government initiatives
funding policies
changing nature of the visitor/community
trends in museum practice
cultural protocols
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
general knowledge of the museum industry and ways to maintain currency of knowledge
understanding of the ways in which industry knowledge can be applied to work activities to enhance work outcomes
sourcing and application of industry information to specific contexts and work activities.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to sources of industry information.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
evaluation of candidate's response to different scenarios to assess ability to apply knowledge to different industry contexts and situations
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of different aspects of the museum industry.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
general knowledge of the museum industry and ways to maintain currency of knowledge
understanding of the ways in which industry knowledge can be applied to work activities to enhance work outcomes
sourcing and application of industry information to specific contexts and work activities.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to sources of industry information.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
evaluation of candidate's response to different scenarios to assess ability to apply knowledge to different industry contexts and situations
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of different aspects of the museum industry.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C5238 | CULMS201A | Develop and apply knowledge of the institution | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D647 | CUV30411 | Certificate III in Arts Administration | Qualification |
| C888 | CUL20204 | Certificate II in Museum Practice | Qualification |
| J427 | SIT20112 | Certificate II in Tourism | Qualification |