CUL50104
Diploma of Library/Information Services
Get access to a complete set of skills, with a specialist course in library and information services. Covering public, school and academic library operations, the program aims to maximise competency in assisting clients, making information accessible, plus managing a team and maintaining facilities. With employment opportunities including library technician, circulation officer, reference desk support and cataloguing officer, it’s the perfect course to help find what you’re looking for.
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Career Opportunities
Library Technician, Circulation Officer, Acquisitions Officer, Reference Desk Support and Cataloguing Officer.
Entry Criteria
School leavers must have completed Year 12 or equivalent
or
Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies
Skills in gathering and communicating information equivalent to Senior English will be required to successfully complete this Diploma.
Basic level word processing and spreadsheeting skills are also required.
or
Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies
Skills in gathering and communicating information equivalent to Senior English will be required to successfully complete this Diploma.
Basic level word processing and spreadsheeting skills are also required.
Program Articulation
Articulation Options
Students may apply to study the Diploma as
• a discrete qualification:
Diploma of Library/Information Services
Government Subsidised Fee - QTAC Code: 155232 or Full Fee - QTAC Code: 155238
or,
• the articulated option, which provides direct entry to the program below upon successful completion of the Diploma:
Bachelor of Corporate Systems Management (Queensland University of Technology)
Government Subsidised - QTAC Code: 155324 or Full Fee - QTAC Code: 155326
Additional University Pathway Option
Credit towards the following degree program is available to graduates of the Diploma. Students apply to the University for entry:
Bachelor of Information Studies (Charles Sturt University)
1 year academic credit, This degree is only available through distance education.
Students may apply to study the Diploma as
• a discrete qualification:
Diploma of Library/Information Services
Government Subsidised Fee - QTAC Code: 155232 or Full Fee - QTAC Code: 155238
or,
• the articulated option, which provides direct entry to the program below upon successful completion of the Diploma:
Bachelor of Corporate Systems Management (Queensland University of Technology)
Government Subsidised - QTAC Code: 155324 or Full Fee - QTAC Code: 155326
Additional University Pathway Option
Credit towards the following degree program is available to graduates of the Diploma. Students apply to the University for entry:
Bachelor of Information Studies (Charles Sturt University)
1 year academic credit, This degree is only available through distance education.
Program Duration
Full Time 18 months
Classes are scheduled between 8am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. Fridays are set aside for any make up classes that need to be scheduled. If employment is obtained or circumstances change during the program, students can negotiate to attend alternate classes.
Classes are scheduled between 8am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. Fridays are set aside for any make up classes that need to be scheduled. If employment is obtained or circumstances change during the program, students can negotiate to attend alternate classes.
Program Award
Diploma
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.
Standard course cost will be charged for units of study/courses credited via RPL.
For additional information relating to RPL for this program, please contact:
The RPL Co-ordinator
13 72 48
rplcoordinator@southbank.edu.au
Venue
- Southbank Campus
How to Apply
Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC)
Telephone: 1300 467 822
Facsimile: (07) 3367 1164
Location: Level 2, 33 Park Road Milton QLD 4064
Postal: PO Box 1331, Milton QLD 4064
E-mail: use website enquiry service
Internet: www.qtac.edu.au
Apply online at the QTAC website. Applications open in August for courses commencing in the following year (eg August 2011 for courses in 2012). Please see the QTAC website or the QTAC Guide to Tertiary Courses (available from newsagents) for information on key dates and application charges.
Applications Close
There is only one intake per year, in February. Please consult QTAC for details of application closing dates and offer dates.
Cost
Government Subsidised Fee:
- Full Rate: $ 3,350
A $40 annual Administration Fee is applicable to Government subsidised enrolments.
Government subsidised fees must be paid through existing payment methods at the time of enrolment.
Full Fee: $15,275 VET FEE-HELP* eligible.
To be eligible for VET FEE-HELP, and defer payment of fees, a student must be enrolled in a full fee paying course.
For full information about VET FEE-HELP and the Southbank Institute Schedule of Fees and Institute Dates, Click Here
For Additional Information
| Location: | Southbank |
| Telephone: | 07 3244 6081 |
| Facsimile: | 07 3244 6001 |
| Address | |
| In Person: | Level 5 - G Block 66 Ernest Street South Brisbane |
| Mail: | Locked Mail Bag 14 South Brisbane QLD 4101 |
| Email: | Enquiry@southbank.edu.au |
| Find us at: | www.Southbank.edu.au |
| Vet Unit of Study Code | Course Code | Unit of Study Name | EFTSL | Start of Study | Administration Date | Census Date | Close of Study | Full Fee | Subsidised Fee |
| (Stage 1) Information Literacy | |||||||||
| BCE8628 | CULLB602C | Use, Evaluate & Extend Own Information Literacy Skills | 0.115 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $1168.00 | $139.00 |
| (Stage 1) Descriptive Cataloguing | |||||||||
| BCE8629 | CULLB412C | Undertake Cataloguing Activities | 0.086 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $876.00 | $106.00 |
| (Stage 1) Introduction to Libraries | |||||||||
| BCE8630 | CUEOHS01C | Implement Workplace Health, Safety & Security Processes | 0.029 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $292.00 | $292.00 |
| BCE8631 | CULLB001B | Develop & Apply Knowledge Of The Library/Information Services Industry | 0.072 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $730.00 | $86.00 |
| (Stage 1) Document Delivery & Networked Services | |||||||||
| BCE8632 | CULLB002B | Obtain Information From External & Networked Sources To Meet Customer Needs | 0.086 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $876.00 | $107.00 |
| (Stage 2) Workplace Relations | |||||||||
| BCE8633 | BSBFLM503B | Establish Effective Workplace Relationships | 0.057 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $584.00 | $86.00 |
| BCE8634 | VPC150 | Vocational Placement 1 | 0.054 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $555.00 | $60.00 |
| (Stage 2) Subject Cataloguing | |||||||||
| BCE8635 | CULLB506C | Catalogue & Classify Material | 0.143 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $1460.00 | $181.00 |
| (Stage 2) Multimedia Equipment & Training | |||||||||
| BCE8636 | CULLB307C | Use Multimedia | 0.043 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $438.00 | $438.00 |
| BCE8637 | TAADEL301B | Provide Training Through Instruction And Demonstration Of Work Skills | 0.043 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $438.00 | $55.00 |
| (Stage 2) Reference & Client Services | |||||||||
| BCE8638 | CULMS406C | Deliver Information Activities & Events | 0.086 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $876.00 | $102.00 |
| BCE8639 | CULLB003B | Research & Analyse Information To Meet Client Needs | 0.100 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $1022.00 | $119.00 |
| (Stage 3) Managing Self for Work Outcomes | |||||||||
| BCE8640 | BSBWOR501B | Manage Personal Work Priorities & Professional Development | 0.086 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $876.00 | $108.00 |
| BCE8641 | VPC151 | Vocational Placement 2 | 0.054 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $555.00 | $60.00 |
| (Stage 3) Improving Access to Information | |||||||||
| BCE8642 | CULLB508C | Monitor & Enhance Information Access | 0.086 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $876.00 | $108.00 |
| BCE8643 | ICAB4169B | Use Development Software And It Tools To Build A Basic Website | 0.029 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $292.00 | $261.00 |
| (Stage 3) Indexing & Index Design | |||||||||
| BCE8644 | CULLB505C | Analyse & Describe Information Materials | 0.072 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $730.00 | $652.00 |
| BCE8645 | BSBITA401A | Design Databases | 0.086 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $876.00 | $102.00 |
| (Stage 3) Collection Services | |||||||||
| BCE8646 | CULLB509C | Select & Acquire Information Materials | 0.072 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $730.00 | $86.00 |
| BCE8647 | CULLB604C | Manage Care & Maintenance Of The Collection | 0.100 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $1022.00 | $119.00 |
This brochure was last updated Wednesday, 11 April 2012
Total course tuition fees are indicative only. Fees are subject to annual adjustment. For FEE-HELP and VET FEE-HELP eligible courses, the unit fees are charged according to the study period in which the unit is commenced. The unit fees outlined in this document apply to census dates between 01 January 2012 and 30 June 2012. Unit fees will not change for this period. All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements. From the 1st January of each year, programs are subject to a fee increase in line with the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI).
Total course tuition fees are indicative only. Fees are subject to annual adjustment. For FEE-HELP and VET FEE-HELP eligible courses, the unit fees are charged according to the study period in which the unit is commenced. The unit fees outlined in this document apply to census dates between 01 January 2012 and 30 June 2012. Unit fees will not change for this period. All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements. From the 1st January of each year, programs are subject to a fee increase in line with the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI).
