CUACNM411 — Assess the significance of collection objects

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What an assessment for CUACNM411 must cover

49 assessable components: 4 elements (16 performance criteria), 13 performance evidence and 11 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 9 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 Prepare to assess the significance of objects

1.1Research and identify need for significance assessment using different sources of information
1.2Determine goal of undertaking significance assessment
1.3Identify organisational policies and procedures relating to significance assessment of objects

2 Apply assessment methodology

2.1Compile object files containing available details about objects and their history according to organisational policies and procedures
2.2Research history, origin, social values and cultural significance of objects and explore their wider historical and environmental context
2.3Confirm context, origin, social values and cultural significance of objects in consultation with required personnel
2.4Analyse and record fabric, design, manufacture and condition of objects according to organisational policies and procedures

3 Develop statements of significance

3.1Identify comparative examples of objects
3.2Evaluate objects using primary and comparative criteria
3.2Write statements of significance and describe value and meaning of objects according to organisational policies and procedures
3.3Seek feedback from required personnel on statements of significance
3.4Enter significance assessments into organisational records according to organisational policies and procedures

4 Review assessments of objects

4.1Reassess significance of objects
4.2Update statements of significance as required
4.3Amend organisational records as required according to organisational policies and procedures
4.4Prepare recommendations for further action as required according to organisational policies and procedures

Performance evidence

assess the significance of at least two collections of objects according to organisational policies and procedures, including:
developing a statement of significance of the value and meaning of objects, including:
considered assessment of the value, meaning and importance of objects
benchmark for future use
communication of values for interpretive programs
images, where available, of other comparative objects
record of crucial origin details and association of objects
summary of meaning and importance of objects
summary of cultural significance of objects
summary of investigation and assessment process
reviewing assessment of objects and preparing recommendations for further action as required.
research the history, origin, social values and cultural significance and comparative examples of objects using sources of information that adhere to organisational policies
use assessment methodology and meet required timeframes according to organisational policies and procedures.

Knowledge evidence

organisational policies and procedures for managing collections and assessing objects, including those relating to:
accessing reputable technical specialists
accessing and using sources of information for comparative examples, including:
formatting and producing required documentation including records and statements of significance
methodology for significance assessment of objects
difference between primary and comparative criteria in an assessment
cultural sensitivities and significance of different objects
sources of information for comparative examples that relate to:
national, state and local government public records
online collections databases
organisational policies and procedures.

Foundation skills

Numeracy: Interprets numerical information and applies basic mathematical calculations when recording the value of objects
Oral communication: Participates in a verbal exchange of information and elicits views and opinions of others regarding the origin of objects using listening and questioning techniques Asks clarifying questions and elicits clear and detailed information
Reading: Locates and interprets information and determines job requirements
Writing: Develops material and conveys explicit statements and recommendations for a specific audience and purpose using clear and detailed language Prepares and updates records and summarises key and significant information using correct spelling and grammar according to organisational policies and procedures
Planning and organising: Takes responsibility for planning, sequencing and prioritising tasks and own workload
Problem solving: Identifies issues and generate possible solutions using analytical thinking techniques in consultation with others Applies analytical processes and resolves problems associated with determining significance of objects
Self-management: Takes responsibility for providing quality advice and information that complies with organisational policies and procedures Identifies and follows organisational policies and procedures
Teamwork: Discusses significance issues in collaboration and cooperation with others
Technology: Undertakes research, enters data, and presents and stores information using digital technologies and systems

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