Modification History
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Release 1 |
This Unit first released with ICA11 Information and Communications Technology Training Package version 1.0 |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to install and manage a server. Server management includes initial configuration and testing as well as ongoing administration and troubleshooting. Server management includes initial configuration and testing, ongoing administration, software distribution and updates, profiling and monitoring servers and troubleshooting.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to those employed in network management or server administration roles who are required to install and manage server operating systems.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement but users should confirm requirements with the relevant federal, state or territory authority.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to install a server |
1.1 Prepare for work, according to site-specific safety requirements and enterprise OHS processes and procedures 1.2 Obtain server applications and features from appropriate person 1.3 Choose the most suitable operating system features and network services with reference to required server solution and technical requirements 1.4 Review required installation options 1.5 Analyse data migration requirements 1.6 Back up local data in preparation for installation 1.7 Arrange access to site and advise client of deployment and potential down time |
2. Install server as required by the specification |
2.1 Create disk-partitioning scheme 2.2 Create file systems and virtual memory 2.3 Install network operating system 2.4 Install and configure server applications and network services 2.5 Reconnect and reconfigure connectivity devices 2.6 Patch the operating system and applications to ensure maximum security and reliability 2.7 Restore local data to new server |
3. Configure and administer the server |
3.1 Configure network directory service 3.2 Create and manage accounts to facilitate security and network access 3.3 Configure user environment using operating system policies and scripts 3.4 Create directory structure and quotas to meet client requirements 3.5 Configure and manage print services 3.6 Set the security, access and sharing of system resources to meet client requirements 3.7 Implement security policy to prevent unauthorised access to the system 3.8 Implement backup and recovery methods to enable restoration capability in the event of a disaster 3.9 Configure update services to provide automatic updates for operating system and applications |
4. Monitor and test the server |
4.1 Test server for benchmarking against client specification and requirements according to test plan, and record outcomes 4.2 Analyse the error report and make changes as required 4.3 Use troubleshooting tools and techniques to diagnose and correct server problems 4.4 Test required changes or additions 4.5 Validate changes or additions against specifications |
5. Complete documentation and clean up worksite |
5.1 Make and document server configuration and operational changes 5.2 Complete client report and notification of server status 5.3 Clean up and restore worksite to client’s satisfaction 5.4 Secure sign-off from appropriate person |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- communication skills to liaise with internal and external personnel on technical, operational and business-related matters
- literacy skills to:
- interpret technical documentation
- write reports in required formats
- numeracy skills to:
- take test measurements
- interpret results
- evaluate performance and interoperability of network
- planning and organisational skills to plan, prioritise and monitor own work
- problem-solving and contingency-management skills to:
- adapt configuration procedures to requirements of network
- reconfigure depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments
- research skills to interrogate vendor databases and websites to implement different configuration requirements to meet security levels
- technical skills to:
- select and use server and network diagnostics
- test application software and hardware to suit different network applications.
Required knowledge
- features of:
- current network operating systems (NOS)
- current server applications compatibility issues and resolution procedures
- broad knowledge of:
- compatibility issues and resolution procedures
- desktop applications and operating systems as required
- documentation skills for networks
- error logging and reporting
- high availability options for file systems, such as RAID and replication
- network directory services
- network service configuration
- performance tuning options
- user authentication
- detailed knowledge of:
- best practice for implementing backup and recovery procedures
- boot process
- operating system help and support utilities
- operating system installation methods, including installation from: CD or DVD, universal serial bus (USB) boot disk, network and script (automated install)
- print management
- process and task management, including process termination
- task-scheduling utilities
- troubleshooting tools and techniques, including network diagnostic utilities
- user account and password management.
Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
Candidates should demonstrate competency in at least two different network operating systems. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure access to:
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs. |
Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate. Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed. Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support. In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge. |
Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Server applications may include: |
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Appropriate person may include: |
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Network services may include: |
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Requirements may be in reference to: |
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Client may include: |
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Disk partitioning scheme may include: |
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File systems may include: |
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Network operating system may include the latest versions of: |
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Network directory service may include: |
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Accounts may include: |
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User environment may include: |
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Print services may include: |
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System resources may include: |
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Security policy may include: |
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System may include: |
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Backup and recovery may include: |
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Update services may include: |
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Server problems may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Networking