Working with Collections (10153.2)
Please note these are the 2019 details for this unit
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| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Arts And Design |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| School Of Arts And Communications | Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit | Band 2 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan Social Work_Exclude 0905) |
This unit is an introduction to the diversity of cultural heritage collections and the techniques used to describe, manage, use, and explore them. Collections document our lives, memories, and culture. Creating and maintaining collections is a core activity of most galleries, libraries, archives, and museums. Students will identify key issues affecting the development of collections, and explore how digital technologies can be used to improve public access and engagement. Through a series of practical examples, students will review systems and standards used in the documentation and display of collections, and gain experience in the use of digital tools to capture and enrich collection data.
1. Discuss the social, political, technological, and institutional contexts within which collections are created and described;
2. Explain the technical requirements for describing and managing collections;
3. Recognise how digital tools can be used to describe and enrich collections; and
4. Identify opportunities for enhancing the discovery and use of collections.
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Discuss the social, political, technological, and institutional contexts within which collections are created and described;
2. Explain the technical requirements for describing and managing collections;
3. Recognise how digital tools can be used to describe and enrich collections; and
4. Identify opportunities for enhancing the discovery and use of collections.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
Prerequisites
None.Corequisites
None.Assumed knowledge
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Required texts
Readings and resources will be made available through the unit's Canvas site.
Participation requirements
Each week, both on-campus and online students will be expected to:
- Work on the online content modules, raising any problems or questions either in the on-campus class or in the online discussion space.
- Work towards completion of the major project.
- Report on the progress of your project. This will help to direct work, prioritise tasks, and solve problems. These reports will be critical to the success of the project.
- Participate in class discussions or activities, either during the on-campus class or in the online discussion space.These will relate to the content modules or major project, and while they will not be directly assessed, they will help you complete your assignments.
Required IT skills
This unit will make use of a range of digital tools and services. You will need access to a computer with a broadband connection.
Instruction will be provided in the use of specialised tools, but you are expected to have a good knowledge of how to access and use the web.
Work placement, internships or practicums
This unit may involve supervised project work in collaboration with an outside organisation and, therefore, additional student responsibilities are required in addition to those described in this section. Work-place learning requires strict adherence to professional practice principles and ethics.
