Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake basic computing skills including routine personal computer maintenance, upgrades, restorations, data storage, conversion and transmission. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit covers undertaking basic computing skills including routine personal computer maintenance, upgrades, restorations, data storage, conversion and transmission. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Perform routine system maintenance |
1.1. Required equipment is checked to be in working order and available for use 1.2. Peripherals are fitted, maintained, cleaned and adjusted as required 1.3. Personal computer furniture and fittings are adjusted according to OHS practices and protection of equipment 1.4. Routine system maintenance and security processes are performed 1.5. Correct functioning of automated processes is monitored 1.6. Monitors are adjusted only when being calibrated and are otherwise left alone 1.7. All abnormalities and system malfunctions are reported 1.8. Off-line maintenance records are kept up to date |
2. Perform backups and restorations on a personal computer |
2.1. File system backups are performed regularly according to established workplace practices 2.2. Backup media are labelled, stored and rotated according to established workplace practices 2.3. Files are restored from backup as required 2.4. Data is recovered from damaged and corrupted files using small office tools 2.5. Adequate written records of backups are kept |
3. Store and supply consumables |
3.1. Consumables are stored and disposed of with regard to OHS, care of equipment and system security 3.2. Stock levels and user needs are monitored to ensure required consumables are available |
4. Upgrade and configure a personal computer |
4.1. Software and peripherals are installed, upgraded and configured according to enterprise policy 4.2. New software, upgrades and adjustments are tested to ensure adequate performance 4.3. Associated a personal computer furniture and fittings are adjusted to meet workplace standards for OHS and care of equipment 4.4. Written records of installations , upgrades and configurations are maintained |
5. Access documentation, records and updates |
5.1. Documentation, including hardware and software manuals and equipment inventory and service records, is stored and accessed appropriately 5.2. Supplementary product information, updates and technical reference material are accessed using the Internet, journals and other sources |
6. Access and deliver data |
6.1. Removable storage devices are connected, disconnected and configured as required 6.2. Data is accessed from different types of file systems 6.3. Data is stored and converted to suit a variety of operating systems, environments and applications 6.4. Data is transmitted effectively by the method most appropriate to the task |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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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:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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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. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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Types of installations may include: |
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Types of systems may include: |
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Data transmission may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Competency field
Competency field |
Support |
Co-requisite units
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