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    National code: BSB40720

    Certificate IV in Library and Information Services at Kingswood

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    Class details

    Schedule Pace and number of hours.

    Part Time

    Delivery Method of course delivery.

    Combination

    Duration

    Course duration Time required to complete this course.

    6 months

    Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

    1st Aug 2022

    End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

    27th Jul 2023

    Time Commitment

    Class time Dedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.

    9 hours

    Additional study time The minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.

    10 hours

    Fee details

    Course fees are released each semester.

    We'll confirm your fee before enrolment.

    Proposed timetableWhat time classes run

    This course is currently scheduled on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday with evening classes. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.

    Additional informationOther things to know

    Assessments

    Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.

    • Knowledge assessments: short answer, extended response, multiple-choice questions,

    • Skills assessments: projects, case studies

    • Practical skills assessments: demonstrations under observation

    Work placement

    Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.

    • There is no work placement for this qualification.

    Materials needed

    To complete this course, the following materials are required:

    • There are no materials needed for this qualification.

    Additional entry requirements

    To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.

    • There are no additional requirements for this qualification.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate IV in Library and Information Services qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 14 Units of competency, including 5 core and 9 speciality units.

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Assist with maintaining workplace safetyBSBWHS311

    • Consolidate and maintain library industry knowledgeBSBINS407

    • Search library and information databasesBSBINS404

    • Assist customers to access informationBSBINS406

    Course deliveryCombination study

    Learn through a combination of classroom based, online and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled classroom activity, have an element of self-directed learning with online content, and/or receive supervised training while on the job, doing work experience, or on placement.

    Classroom activity will be scheduled, but online learning can provide more flexibility. Teacher support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.

    Kingswood

    TAFE NSW Nepean - Kingswood is located in Sydney’s western suburbs. Combining traditional resources with some of the best emerging technologies TAFE NSW has to offer, students have access to a rich educational environment that supports social outcomes, learning, teaching and research.

    Campus address

    12-44 OConnell St Kingswood 2747

    Parking on campus grounds is available.

    Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info

    Kingswood Station is 2500 metres from campus.

    Facilities

    TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.

    • Arts and design centre of excellence featuring:

    • Computer design labs

    • Photographic studio and darkroom

    • Printing facilities

    • Purpose built art studios and exhibition area

    • Video production studio

    • Health and support services training facility featuring:

    • Dental training clinic

    • Simulated hearing testing clinic

    • Simulated optical testing, dispensary and workshop facilities

    • Sterilisation services training facilities

    • Three simulated hospital nursing labs

    • Purpose built visual merchandising workshop

    • Auditorium and conference room

    • Gymnasium

    Student support

    We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.

    • Mon9 am - 5 pm
    • Tue9 am - 5 pm
    • Wed9 am - 5 pm
    • Thu9 am - 5 pm
    • Fri9 am - 5 pm
    • SatClosed
    • SunClosed