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Unit of competency details

ICTSAS206 - Detect and protect from spam and destructive software (Release 1)

Summary

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Superseded
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Supersedes and is equivalent to ICASAS206A - Detect and protect from spam and destructive softwareUpdated to meet Standards for Training Packages 24/Mar/2015
Is superseded by and equivalent to ICTSAS214 - Protect devices from spam and destructive software 20/Jul/2020

Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
1 1 (this release) 25/Mar/2015

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SchemeCodeClassification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 029901 Security Science  

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 029901 Security Science  30/Jul/2015 
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Modification History

Release 

Comments 

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 reduce the risk of a computer's operation being affected by spam or destructive software.

It applies to technical support individuals who, while working under a level of supervision, have responsibility to exercise the discretion required to protect and secure equipment and software in a small or large office environment.

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

Unit Sector

Systems administration and support

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. Detect and remove destructive software

1.1 Identify common types of destructive software

1.2 Select and install virus protection compatible with the operating system in use

1.3 Investigate other advanced systems of protection for further options

1.4 Install software updates on a regular basis

1.5 Configure software security settings to prevent destructive software from infecting computer

1.6 Run or schedule to run virus protection software on a regular basis

1.7 Report detected destructive software to appropriate person and remove the destructive software

2. Identify and take action to stop spam

2.1 Identify common types of spam

2.2 Take appropriate action in regard to spam

2.3 Configure and use a spam filter

2.4 Report spam to appropriate person

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

1.1-1.5, 2.1-2.3
  • Researches and interprets information to identify misleading information and compare technical specifications, and identify solutions to new and emerging issues to maintain system

Writing

1.7, 2.4
  • Uses simple vocabulary to report information in a familiar sequential manner to the appropriate personnel

Oral Communication

1.7
  • Presents factual information in a clear manner, using specific and appropriate language

Interact with others

1.7
  • Identifies and takes steps to follow accepted communication practices and protocols

Get the work done

1.1-1.7, 2.1-2.4
  • Plans and implements routine tasks, aiming to achieve them efficiently
  • Initiates standard diagnostic procedures when responding to familiar and unfamiliar problems within immediate context, and seeks input from others when problems remain unresolved
  • Understands the purposes, specific functions and key features of common digital systems and tools, and operates them effectively to complete routine tasks

Unit Mapping Information

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current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

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Equivalence status 

ICTSAS206 Detect and protect from spam and destructive software

ICASAS206A Detect and protect from spam and destructive software

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=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 1.0.

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

  • install virus protection software and updates
  • schedule virus protection software to run on a regular basis
  • remove common destructive software
  • identify common spam types and take appropriate action.

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:

  • describe spam and virus intrusions and identify appropriate remedial actions
  • identify the types of protective applications used against viruses and spam
  • identify the operating systems supported by the organisation
  • identify the common components of computer hardware that may be affected by spam.

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 systems administration and support field of work and include access to:

  • sites with a representative range of computer hardware, application software and operating systems
  • current antivirus and anti-spam software
  • technical records, vendor documentation, enterprise procedures and guidelines.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a53af4e4-b400-484e-b778-71c9e9d6aff2

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