BSBINS404 — Search library and information databases
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What an assessment for BSBINS404 must cover
26 assessable components: 3 elements (10 performance criteria), 4 performance evidence and 5 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 7 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.
Elements & performance criteria
1 Identify and access databases
- 1.1Identify range of databases available to information services providers
- 1.2Differentiate between databases and internet websites as sources of information
- 1.3Select databases to meet specific information needs
- 1.4Use required procedures to access databases
- 1.5Comply with copyright and licensing conditions relevant to use of databases
2 Construct searches
- 2.1Conduct database searches using search techniques relevant to information needs
- 2.2Use databases to access required information
- 2.3Consult manuals to refine or revise search strategies, where required
3 Present information
- 3.1Evaluate search results to meet identified information needs
- 3.2Organise and present information according to stakeholder needs
Performance evidence
- access, search and present information from at least three different databases.
- adopt search techniques to source information in response to a range of customer needs
- use current industry systems and equipment
- respond to multiple and varied information requests.
Knowledge evidence
- role of databases in context of the information services industry
- scope and type of databases available to information services providers
- features of commonly used databases, including: bibliographic information, downloadable records, full text availability, thesaurus or subject authority
- differences between database and internet searching
- relevant copyright, moral rights and intellectual property issues and legislation relevant to the use of information from databases.
Foundation skills
- Reading: Critically analyses information from a variety of sources and consolidates information to determine requirements
- Writing: Records and completes organisational documents using clear language and correct spelling, grammar and terminology
- Oral Communication: Uses appropriate techniques, including active listening and questioning, to clarify information and confirm understanding
- Numeracy: Extracts and evaluates mathematical information embedded in a range of tasks and texts
- Problem solving: Responds to predictable routine problems and implements standard or logical solutions
- Self-management: Takes responsibility for planning, sequencing and prioritising tasks and own workload for efficiency and effective outcomes
- Technology: Uses familiar digital technologies and systems to access information, search and enter data, present information, and use databases
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Questions about assessing BSBINS404
What does an assessment tool for BSBINS404 need to cover?
To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for BSBINS404 needs to address all 26 unit components: 3 elements with 10 performance criteria, 4 performance evidence requirements, 5 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.
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Related units
- BSBINS201 — Process and maintain workplace information
- BSBINS202 — Handle receipt and dispatch of information
- BSBINS203 — Assist with circulation services
- BSBINS301 — Develop and use information literacy skills
- BSBINS302 — Organise workplace information
- BSBINS303 — Use knowledge management systems
- BSBINS304 — Process and maintain information resources
- BSBINS305 — Participate in cataloguing activities
- BSBINS306 — Provide multimedia support
- BSBINS307 — Retrieve information from records
- BSBINS308 — Control records
- BSBINS309 — Maintain business records
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