Unit of competency details
ICTICT201 - Use computer operating systems and hardware (Release 1)
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Content
Unit Of competency
Modification History
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Release |
Comments |
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Release 1 |
This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select, configure and use computer operating systems and basic computer hardware, including configuring the operating system to work with a variety of hardware peripherals and types of information and communications technology (ICT) equipment.
It applies to individuals who may work under supervision and provide support to others using a range of skills to identify and resolve issues.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
General ICT
Elements and Performance Criteria
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ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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1. Identify operating system and hardware components |
1.1 Determine ICT organisational requirements and specifications 1.2 Identify and select the operating system 1.3 Identify appropriate external hardware components 1.4 Identify internal hardware components |
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2. Install and configure operating system and application software with hardware components |
2.1 Install and configure the operating system to meet organisational requirements 2.2 Identify functions associated with the operating system and associated boot process 2.3 Configure power management settings to minimise power consumption, as an environmentally sustainable measure 2.4 Use both the graphical user interface and the command line interface to perform basic tasks 2.5 Install or upgrade application software onto the operating system and hardware configuration 2.6 Determine the relationship between an application program, the operating system and hardware 2.7 Identify general differences between different computer platforms and their respective operating systems |
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3. Optimise operating system and hardware components |
3.1 Optimise operating system, using included tools or third-party utilities 3.2 Customise the graphical user interface 3.3 Use techniques unique to the command line interface 3.4 Set up and configure external hardware components and check functionality 3.5 Install drivers as appropriate and check functionality |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
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Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
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Reading |
1.1, 1.4, 2.1-2.7, 3.1-3.5 |
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Writing |
2.1, 2.4, 2.5, 3.3 |
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Get the work done |
1.1-1.4, 2.1-2.7, 3.1-3.5 |
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Unit Mapping Information
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Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
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ICTICT201 Use computer operations systems and hardware |
ICAICT201A Use computer operations systems and hardware |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.education.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a53af4e4-b400-484e-b778-71c9e9d6aff2
Assessment requirements
Modification History
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Release |
Comments |
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Release 1 |
This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 1.0. |
Performance Evidence
Evidence of the ability to:
- use an operating system in a variety of scenarios and across functions, including:
- scheduling, loading, initiating, and supervising the execution of programs
- allocating storage
- initiating and controlling input and output operations
- handling errors
- identify and install suitable hardware components
- install and upgrade application software.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
Knowledge Evidence
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
- outline the basic specifications of current industry accepted operating systems, hardware and applications software products
- explain the compatibility of an operating system, in respect to other versions
- explain the function of single-user and multi-user operating systems
- explain interoperability between operating systems
- outline work health and safety (WHS) principles and responsibilities, including ergonomic principles to avoid injury associated with using computer systems.
Assessment Conditions
Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the general information and communications technology (ICT) industry, and include access to:
- hardware components
- work health and safety (WHS) standards and organisational policy and procedures
- an operating system currently used in industry
- software configuration guides
- documents detailing operating system control panel and configuration data.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.education.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a53af4e4-b400-484e-b778-71c9e9d6aff2
