Description

The evaluation and application of different publishing methods and options, recognising key features, including open source and proprietary options. The management and tuning of the processes that collect, assemble and publish information, including in unstructured and semi-structured forms, for delivery to the user. The management of copyright, data protection and other legal issues associated with publishing and re-use of published information and data.

Assessment

Level 1

• Contributes, under instruction, to publication support activities and supports the collation of data. Uses established publishing processes according to appropriate guidelines, for example, to release, retire or convert content into a format suitable for publication.

Level 2

• Understands technical publication concepts, tools and methods and the way in which these are used.
• Uses agreed procedures to publish content.
• Obtains and analyses usage data and presents it effectively.
• Understands, and applies principles of usability and accessibility to published information.

Level 3

• Coordinates content management processes to meet the needs of users, including those with disabilities.
• Uses content publishing systems to manage published content across different channels.
• Takes into account any legal issues related to publishing, including that associated copyright concerns are adequately managed.