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Unit of competency details

ICTNWK430 - Deploy software to networked computers (Release 1)

Summary

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Mapping:
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Supersedes and is equivalent to ICTNWK411 - Deploy software to networked computers 20/Jul/2020

Release Status:
Current
Releases:
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1 1 (this release) 21/Jul/2020

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SchemeCodeClassification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 031305 Computer Engineering  

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SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 031305 Computer Engineering  21/Jul/2020 
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Modification History

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 6.0.

Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, manage and support installation of new and upgraded software to networked computers according to vendor and organisational specifications.

It applies to individuals involved in installing, configuring, maintaining and supporting software, including network administrators and network support staff.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Unit Sector

Networking

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 operating system requirements

1.1 Determine software and licensing according to organisational requirements

1.2 Determine hardware needs according to organisational requirements

1.3 Determine hardware and software requirements against local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and wireless networks

2. Obtain deployment software to automate deployment

2.1 Determine required deployment software according to task requirements

2.2 Obtain required software and licences, technical specifications and support arrangements from vendors

2.3 Store software licences and manuals according to organisational guidelines

3. Automate installation of operating system

3.1 Plan and deploy operating system according to vendor installation procedures and organisational requirements

3.2 Configure and test installation according to vendor specifications and organisational requirements

3.3 Install updates and patches according to task requirements

4. Automate installation of software packages

4.1 Plan and deploy software packages according to vendor installation procedures and organisational requirements

4.2 Configure and test installation to task requirements

4.3 Install required updates and patches according to task requirements

5. Test and sign off

5.1 Test installed operating system and software and confirm error-free performance

5.2 Document security and licensing agreements according to organisational policies and procedures

5.3 Submit documentation to required personnel for final approval sign off

Foundation Skills

This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance but not explicit in the performance criteria

SKILL 

DESCRIPTION 

Oral Communication

  • Uses active listening, observational and questioning techniques to confirm information and determine job requirements

Reading
  • Recognises and interprets written technical, licensing and organisational

Writing
  • Prepares required documentation conveying explicit recommendations, requirements and information using specific and relevant language

Planning and organising
  • Uses effective planning structures and prioritises tasks according to output needs

Unit Mapping Information

Supersedes and is equivalent to ICTNWK411 Deploy software to networked computers.

Links

Companion Volume Implementation Guide is found on VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a53af4e4-b400-484e-b778-71c9e9d6aff2

 

Assessment requirements

Modification History

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 6.0.

Performance Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, and to:

  • plan and deploy automatic installation of operating system and software to at least two networked computers
  • configure and test installation of automatic installation of operating system and software on at least two networked computers
  • document finalised process.

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:

  • network protocols and operating systems
  • transmission control protocols (TCP)
  • internet protocols (IPs)
  • network applications
  • organisational contracting procedures and responsibilities that may be used in deploying software for networked computers
  • software licensing requirements and documentation
  • standards related to software deployment, including:
  • deployment software configuration
  • configuration of automated deployment processes
  • operating system deployment
  • software package deployment
  • troubleshooting deployment processes.

Assessment Conditions

Skills in this unit must be demonstrated in a workplace or simulated environment where the conditions are typical of those in a working environment in this industry.

This includes access to:

  • a site or prototype where deployment processes may be implemented
  • a live network
  • software tools to support implementation of deployment processes
  • technical documentation and installation manuals
  • required regulatory documentation that affects networking activities
  • organisational guidelines.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Links

Companion Volume Implementation Guide is found on VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a53af4e4-b400-484e-b778-71c9e9d6aff2

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