INF528 Records and Archives Practice (8)

Abstract

This subject provides a detailed introduction to the major practices necessary to establish an effective and efficient record keeping and archiving environment. The subject looks at the technical, managerial and policy infrastructure necessary to ensure an effective records and archives service is built and maintained. Topics covered include classification systems, appraisal tools and approaches, disposal practices, technology and record keeping systems and long term preservation, finally reviewing the evolving approach to access engendered by the move to an open, digital environment.

+ Subject Availability Modes and Location

Session 1
Distance	Wagga Wagga Campus
Session 2
Distance	Wagga Wagga Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: INF528
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject information

Duration	Grading System	School:
One session	HD/FL	School of Information Studies

Enrolment restrictions

Not available to students who have completed INF306, INF309 or INF338.

Incompatible subject(s)	Related subject(s)
INF306 INF309 INF338	INF338 Paired Subject INF306 Common Subject Material INF309 Common Subject Material

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

be able to demonstrate an understanding of the key components comprising any record keeping and archiving management system;
be able to apply in-depth knowledge, critical thinking and informed judgment to practices and procedures for capturing both analogue and digital records;
be able to demonstrate knowledge of various approaches to appraisal, and apply this knowledge to practice in the diposal of records;
be able to analyse and reflect critically on issues surrounding standards and processes involved in acquiring and describing archival records;
be able to design and evaluate appropriate policies and standards for the long term care of both analogue and digital collections; and
be able to implement appropriate policies and standards to enable access to records and archives .

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:

Aims and characteristics of record keeping systems
Key components of the record keeping infrastructure
The impact of technology; digitisation and digital objects
Appraisal, capture
Description, registration, classification, metadata
Storage, custody, care and handling, preservation
Accessibility
Disposal.

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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.