BSBINS507 - Use advanced functions of integrated library management systems

Unit code: BSBINS507 | Study level: TAFE

Credit points

N/A

Location

Footscray Nicholson

Prerequisites

N/A

Overview

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use and evaluate the functionality of integrated library management systems (ILMS) at an advanced level and to analyse the interrelated functions of an ILMS.The unit applies to individuals working autonomously, within established policies and procedures, in functional areas of libraries. In some contexts, work may involve supervisory or team leader roles.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce & extend knowledge and skill competence within set & controlled parameters in accordance with each unit’s learning outcomes & performance criteria requirements, incl the setting of work based practical application tasks designed to provide evidence of competence outcomes, within periodic and scheduled timelines.

Students will be expected to demonstrate the following required skills:
*source and evaluate information regarding two current industry trends in relation to integrated library management systems (ILMS) on at least two occasions
*use basic and advanced features of an ILMS to locate information resources for customers on at least three occasions
*evaluate functionality of an ILMS and make recommendations for improvements on one occasion.

In the course of the above, the candidate must:
*conduct basic and advanced online catalogue searches
*provide information to customers in a manner consistent with organisational policies and procedures
*create records in an ILMS.

Students will also be expected to demonstrate the following knowledge:
*basic operation of automated library management systems (ILMS), including interrelation between cataloguing, circulation, online catalogue and acquisitions modules
*basic and advanced features of automated library management systems, including customer self-service systems and associated technologies
*implications of relevant workplace policies, procedures and costs in relation to lending and circulation services
*procedures for handling money and security
*best practice customer service policies and procedures
*impact of relevant legislation on provision of library and information services.

Required reading

The qualified trainer and assessor will advise students of class notes, reading materials produced by VU Polytechnic and further support via VU Polytechnic e-learning system and/or in person.