Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit defines the competency required to design, build and implement an intranet for a client. It does not however cover aspects relating to passwords, security access permission or firewall settings. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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ICAI3101B |
Install and manage network protocols |
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ICAS3120C |
Configure and administer a network operating system |
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ICAI4029C |
Install network hardware to a network |
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
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan and design intranet |
1.1. Determine business requirements for intranet 1.2. Design an intranet to meet agreed specifications 1.3. Refer design to appropriate person and secure approval 1.4. Select appropriate hardware and software 1.5. Provide a specification including hardware and software suppliers and installation plan 1.6. Plan and document implementation information, including hostname and IP addressing |
2. Install and configure intranet infrastructure |
2.1. Install the intranet on selected hardware and software 2.2. Configure intranet services on server 2.3. Install and configure software where applicable to access intranet for client 2.4. Take action to ensure access by internal user 2.5. If applicable enable intranet capability to link to internet and configure client appropriately |
3. Install, manage and configure intranet services to meet requirements |
3.1. Install software services on the intranet and server 3.2. Test server software for proper operation 3.3. Install other applications as necessary 3.4. Verify that limited access is working as per security needs 3.5. Verify that intranet is operating within specified parameters 3.6. Verify data integrity 3.7. Monitor network traffic to ensure intranet compliance with specifications 3.8. Confirm intranet meets business requirements |
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 following is essential:
To demonstrate competency in this unit the person will require access to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Intranets are important corporate communications mechanisms, particularly in larger, complex organisations. Many organisations frequently use internal video, sound and text communication methods in conjunction with their intranet facilities as a means of maximising reach within the organisation. Additionally, some intranets form extranets, that is combinations of intranets linked together by virtual private networks VPNs. It is essential that this unit covers a broad variety of software and hardware, including VPN solutions, PPTP and webDAV. Additionally, it is important to provide for hands-on experience, particularly relating to SOHO and small business needs. The breadth, depth and complexity of knowledge and skills in this competency would cover a broad range of varied activities or application in a wider variety of contexts most of which are complex and non-routine. Leadership and guidance would be involved when organising activities of self and others as well as contributing to technical solutions of a non-routine or contingency nature. Assessment must ensure:
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Method of assessment |
The purpose of this unit is to define the standard of performance to be achieved in the workplace. In undertaking training and assessment activities related to this unit, consideration should be given to the implementation of appropriate diversity and accessibility practices in order to accommodate people who may have special needs. Additional guidance on these and related matters is provided in ICA05 Section 1.
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. An individual demonstrating this competency would be able to:
Additionally, an individual demonstrating this competency would be able to:
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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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Intranet may include but is not limited to: |
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Requirements may be in reference to: |
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Appropriate person may include: |
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Hardware may include but is not limited to: |
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Software may include but is not limited to: |
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Client may include but is not limited to: |
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User may include: |
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Applications may include: |
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Server may include: |
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Network may include but is not limited to: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Implement |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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Competency field
Competency field |