INF528 Records and Archives Practice (8)

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 Outlines
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Availability

Session 2 (60)
Online
SPACE, University of Hong Kong
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

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Information Studies

Enrolment Restrictions

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

Subject Relationships

INF338 Paired Subject
inf315 Common content
INF316 Common content

Incompatible Subjects

INF306, INF309, INF338

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

This 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.

Contact

Current Students

For any enquiries about subject selection or course structure please contact Student Central or ask@csu.edu.au or phone on 1800 275 278.

Prospective Students

For further information about Charles Sturt University, or this course offering, please contact info.csu on 1800 275 278 (free call within Australia) or enquire online.

The information contained in the 2018 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: August 2018. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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