CUAWRT504 - Perform advanced editing tasks

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Unit code: CUAWRT504 | Study level: TAFE
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Footscray Nicholson
CUAWRT404 - Perform writing and editing tasks
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply advanced editing skills to a range of written texts in different forms.

It applies to editors who independently evaluate and refine print-based or screen-based written materials to publication standards. The editing process includes the review of substance and structure to enhance the clarity of written communication. Collaboration with authors, clients, publishers and colleagues plays a significant role in the refinement of the product.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce and extend knowledge and skill competence within set and controlled parameters in accordance with each unit’s learning outcomes and performance criteria requirements, including 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:

  • discuss and confirm purpose, actions, roles, timelines and other requirements with relevant parties;
  • complete editing of written material, in accordance with required conventions;
  • complete proofreading tasks of written material;
  • identify and comply with relevant legislative, copyright and intellectual property requirements;
  • ensure materials meet all requirements and deliver within agreed timelines, and;
  • follow relevant health and safety practices for work tasks.

Required reading

The qualified trainer and assessor will provide teaching and learning materials as required in the form of workbooks produced by the Polytechnic and/or via the Polytechnic e-learning system.

As part of a course

This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.

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