CUSGEN01A Use and adapt to changes in technology

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate and adapt to a variety of technological changes within the cultural industries.  This knowledge underpins effective performance in all sectors and applies to all people working in these industries.

Evaluate information about new technology

• Where necessary seek information about the current technological changes that apply to the relevant industry
• Evaluate the information according to the impact it will have on effective work performance within the industry, including information about:
  • changes in any type of equipment or technology used within the industry
  • likely effects of new technology on current work practices
  • ways of upgrading skills to include the use of new technology
     

Adapt to changes in the new technology

• When required, undertake appropriate training of new technology to improve work practices
• Read any relevant documentation that will assist in the practice of use of the new technology
• When required, select appropriate equipment that is suitable for the specific uses defined by the new technology
• Implement the new technology in current work practices

Update knowledge of new technology

• Continually apply informal and/or formal research to update knowledge of any subsequent new technologies that may impact on work practices
• Monitor current changes in technology and implement those changes when required
• Share updated knowledge with colleagues as appropriate, and incorporate information into day-to-day work activities