Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 2 |
This version released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 2.0. Version created to clarify intent of unit |
Release 1 |
This version first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify information and communications technology (ICT) needs for a micro business operation and resolve common technological problems when they arise.
It applies to individuals who are establishing or operating a micro business providing self-employment. This is not a specialist information technology (IT) unit.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Management and Leadership – Small and Micro Business
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. Determine information and communications technology requirements |
1.1 Identify full range of hardware and software requirements relevant to anticipated start-up level of business and available space 1.2 Determine and decide on type of internet connection needed to fulfil business requirements 1.3 Identify suitable suppliers of hardware, software and appropriate support services 1.4 Compare and analyse pricing and payment options to determine the most suitable information and communications technology goods and services for the business |
2. Install hardware and software products |
2.1 Determine suitable location for hardware, taking work health and safety (WHS) and environmental considerations into account 2.2 Follow set-up instructions for hardware in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications 2.3 Follow instructions on installation for all software applications and upgrades 2.4 Install and test connection device in accordance with vendor instructions |
3. Trouble shoot/resolve common malfunctions |
3.1 Define problem to be resolved 3.2 Identify support services for common malfunctions 3.3 Follow instructions for resolving common malfunctions 3.4 Test device to ensure malfunction is resolved |
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 |
1.1-1.3, 2.1-2.4, 3.1-3.3 |
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Oral Communication |
1.3, 2.3, 3.1, 3.3 |
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Numeracy |
1.4 |
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Navigate the world of work |
2.1 |
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Get the work done |
1.1-1.4, 2.1-2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
BSBSMB307 Set up information and communications technology for the micro business Release 2 |
BSBSMB307 Set up information and communications technology for the micro business Release 1 |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=11ef6853-ceed-4ba7-9d87-4da407e23c10