Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to transcribe from an audio source using keyboarding techniques to produce accurate texts.
It applies to individuals employed in a range of work environments and who may be required to provide administrative support within an enterprise and be responsible for their own output.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 Prepare for audio transcription | 1.1 Identify organisational requirements relating to style, presentation and storage of texts prior to commencing the task 1.2 Clarify purpose and requirements of the text with the author or supervisor |
2 Transcribe from an audio source | 2.1 Produce text using keyboarding techniques from an audio transcription with the required accuracy 2.2 Predict the meaning of any unclear speech from the context, or clarify with authors 2.3 Ensure text developed from the audio transcription conveys intended meaning 2.4 Clarify the spelling of names or any technical terms and punctuation to ensure accuracy and clarity of the text 2.5 Produce draft text within designated timelines 2.6 Self |
3 Edit and revise text | 3.1 Circulate draft for checking in line with requirements of the organisation or originator of the audio transcription 3.2 Incorporate any amendments and self 3.3 Format, name, store, print and distribute final text in accordance with organisational and task requirements |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill | Performance Criteria | Description |
Reading | 1.1, 2.1, 2.3, 2.4, 2.6, 3.3 | Comprehends instructions in organisational and other familiar texts Proofreads own work to ensure language and structure accurately meets audience and organisational expectations |
Writing | 2.1-2.6, 3.2, 3.3 | Produces texts in required formats using appropriate grammatical forms and vocabulary to convey meaning Edits and corrects own work to ensure accuracy and consistency |
Oral Communication | 1.2, 2.1-2.4 | Uses questioning and listening in verbal exchanges to clarify understanding of task Recognises the way structure, intonation and vocabulary may change according to the purpose of the oral text |
Numeracy | 2.5 | Interprets mathematical information related to timeframes |
Navigate the world of work | 1.1, 3.1, 3.3 | Takes some personal responsibility for adherence to organisational procedures and protocols |
Interact with others | 3.1 | Selects the appropriate form, channel and mode of communication for a specific purpose relevant to own role |
Get the work done | 1.1, 2.1, 2.5, 3.1, 3.3 | Plans a range of routine tasks accepting goals and aiming to achieve them according to predetermined deadlines Follows routine procedures for using digital technology to enter, store and retrieve information directly relevant to role Takes responsibility for routine low-impact decisions within familiar situations |
Sectors
Administration – General Administration