ICTNWK309 — Configure and administer network operating systems

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What an assessment for ICTNWK309 must cover

36 assessable components: 5 elements (15 performance criteria), 6 performance evidence and 10 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 5 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Identify and assess network features

1.1Determine organisational policies and procedures used to administer network operating systems
1.2Determine interfaces used by organisation’s existing network
1.3Identify potential network integration compatibility issues and risks

2 Administer and support system

2.1Format hard drives, set up security restrictions and establish user log-in information according to organisational requirements
2.2Determine organisational data requirements and data access frequency on systems interaction map
2.3Plan required upgrades and reconfigurations to network operating system according to organisational requirements
2.4Implement planned upgrades and reconfigurations according to task requirements

3 Set up and manage network file system

3.1Create file and folder structure according to organisational requirements, policies and procedures
3.2Set security access and sharing of file system to meet organisational requirements
3.3Identify and implement required network operating system virus protection

4 Administer user services and user accounts

4.1Create users and groups required to facilitate user security and network access according to user authorisation and organisational requirements
4.2Verify successful user access to authorised network data and resources, and documents outcomes

5 Provide backup security support

5.1Scan and clean network of viruses
5.2Perform backup of network according to organisational procedures and requirements
5.3Document processes used and lodge with required personnel

Performance evidence

set up and manage at least one network operating system.
use network administrative tools to carry out system administration tasks
manage the network file system
create the network configuration required by the client
provide user services and user accounts
provide backup and service restoration capability.

Knowledge evidence

antivirus software, its operation, installation and update procedures
organisational and industry standard network operating system (NOS)
facilities available in an operating environment
features and capabilities of networking technologies
implementation of network security in a local area network (LAN) including:
file and folder permissions
users and group settings
monitoring aspects of network performance or traffic including:
system administration tools
third-party tools.

Foundation skills

Reading: Analyses and consolidates technical information and data from a range of sources against defined criteria and requirements
Writing: Prepares documentation describing outcomes and processes using relevant language according to organisational requirements
Oral communication: Uses listening and questioning techniques to articulate information and task requirements using succinct verbal language
Teamwork: Uses appropriate methods to communicate with a range of stakeholders and co-workers across different contexts Uses a range of strategies to establish a sense of connection and build rapport with clients and co workers
Planning and organising: Plans own work requirements and prioritises actions to achieve required outcomes Ensures tasks are completed within workplace timeframes

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What does an assessment tool for ICTNWK309 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for ICTNWK309 needs to address all 36 unit components: 5 elements with 15 performance criteria, 6 performance evidence requirements, 10 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for ICTNWK309?

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