ICTNWK427 — Configure desktop environments

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What an assessment for ICTNWK427 must cover

39 assessable components: 6 elements (19 performance criteria), 3 performance evidence and 12 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 Prepare to install a desktop operating system

1.1Determine desktop applications and feature requirements according to organisational requirements
1.2Determine licensing, data migration, hardware and system requirements according to organisational requirements
1.3Implement local data backups according to organisational and technical requirements

2 Install desktop operating system

2.1Install and upgrade desktop operating system and applications according to task requirements
2.2Configure and connect network settings and workstation according to task requirements
2.3Patch operating system and applications according to task requirements
2.4Restore local data to new workstation

3 Configure desktop environment

3.1Configure required hardware devices
3.2Administer user environment according to task requirements
3.3Create file and directory structure according to task requirements
3.4Configure access to external data and desktop applications according to business requirements

4 Operate command line interface

4.1Open command line interface and run commands and scripts according to task requirements
4.2Manipulate command line files according to task requirements

5 Configure desktop security

5.1Modify default user security settings according to organisational policies and guidelines
5.2Modify file and directory ownership, permissions and password security
5.3Configure and implement security settings for desktop applications according to business requirements

6 Monitor and test desktop

6.1Test desktop environment functionality and performance according to organisational requirements
6.2Diagnose and rectify desktop operating errors according to task requirements
6.3Document desktop environment and lodge with required personnel according to organisational policies and procedures

Performance evidence

install and configure at least one desktop operating system, including user accounts, file and print services and security
perform backup and recovery, monitor and troubleshoot the desktop environment for one desktop operating system
document the finalised process.

Knowledge evidence

features of desktop operating systems, applications, compatibility issues and resolution procedures
configuration requirements of a desktop environment
file naming conventions related to selected operating system
network protocols and transmission control protocol or internet protocol (TCP/IP) network connectivity
operating systems and their functions, including file system, memory management and process scheduling
printer driver and queue management
process or task management, including process termination
tools available for remote assistance and administration
troubleshooting tools and techniques, including network diagnostic utilities and remote assistance and administration tools
user account, group and password administration and guidelines for selecting a secure password
file system navigation and manipulation utilities
software and hardware manufacturer and user licensing.

Foundation skills

Numeracy: Analyses and demonstrates an understanding of numerical test measurements to evaluate workstation performance
Oral Communication: Uses listening and questioning techniques to confirm information and requirements using industry for intended audience
Reading: Identifies and interprets technical material, organisational policy and regulatory information to determine job requirements
Writing: Prepares documentation detailing finalised process according to specified requirements
Problem solving: Makes decisions that demonstrates an understanding of implications of legal and regulatory responsibilities related to own work

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What does an assessment tool for ICTNWK427 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for ICTNWK427 needs to address all 39 unit components: 6 elements with 19 performance criteria, 3 performance evidence requirements, 12 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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