Module Outline
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Configure and secure networked end points
Configure and secure networked end points
Module
National Code
VU23214
VU23214
State Code
AZ343
AZ343
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/12/2022
Field of Education
029901 - Security Science
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to configure an operating system on a personal computer, adding security, setting user level passwords and privileges to limit and identify user access - all required to increase protection of the end point from cyber security attacks.
The unit also provides an overview of internet of things (IoT) devices, an introduction to computer networking virtualisation and base level Linux commands.
The unit applies to individuals working as cyber security technicians either alone or as part of a team.
No licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of accreditation.
The unit also provides an overview of internet of things (IoT) devices, an introduction to computer networking virtualisation and base level Linux commands.
The unit applies to individuals working as cyber security technicians either alone or as part of a team.
No licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of accreditation.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
Identify the role of personal computers and other computing devices in cyber security
- 1.1 Computer system components are identified and how they work together is explained
- 1.2 Role of security relevant peripherals is defined
- 1.3 Common computer input output devices are identified
- 1.4 Emerging Internet of Things (IOT) devices are identified and demonstrated
- 1.5 Security concerns for the network due to the inherent lack of security of IoT devices is identified
Undertake preventative maintenance and base level troubleshooting procedures
- 2.1 Preventative maintenance procedures for a personal computer are described and demonstrated
- 2.2 Base level troubleshooting procedures for the operation of a personal computer are demonstrated
Configure and use a computer operating system and relevant applications
- 3.1 Computer Operating System (OS) installation is performed
- 3.2 Structure of the OS for a personal computer is examined and the function of the components are explained
- 3.3 Security applications for a personal computer are installed and configured
- 3.4 Routine system management tasks with appropriate operating system tools are demonstrated
- 3.5 Common preventative maintenance techniques for operating systems are described and demonstrated
- 3.6 Configuring access controls for a personal computer is described and implemented
- 3.7 Setting passwords and allocating privileges for the operating system are described and implemented
Define principles of safe software upgrade security practices
- 4.1 Models of resource access for a computer system are identified
- 4.2 Client/Server and Client/Client security issues are explained
- 4.3 Strategies for updating software for a Client/Server to minimise security risks are investigated
Configure and use virtualised images
- 5.1 System requirements for installing the virtualisation software are reviewed
- 5.2 Required services within the virtualised environment are installed
- 5.3 System requirements to ensure virtual machines function are configured
- 5.4 Remote client access to virtual machines is configured
Identify key concepts in networking personal computers
- 6.1 Key components of a computer network are identified
- 6.2 Purpose and characteristics of networking standards are explained
- 6.3 Changing the IP address in an operating system is performed
- 6.4 Network connectivity between computers is configured and tested
Connect devices to networks
- 7.1 Setting the IP address in an operating system is performed
- 7.2 Network connectivity between wired computers is configured and tested
- 7.3 Connectivity to an Internet Service Provider (ISP) from a wired Local Area Network (LAN) is demonstrated
- 7.4 Base level troubleshooting methods for wired networks are demonstrated
- 7.5 Network connectivity using a Wireless LAN (WLAN) is demonstrated
- 7.6 Connectivity to an ISP from the WLAN is demonstrated
- 7.7 Base level troubleshooting methods for WLAN networks are explained and demonstrated
- 7.8 Connectivity to an ISP from the WLAN is demonstrated
Demonstrate base level Linux commands
- 8.1 Linux Operating system installation on a personal computer is performed
- 8.2 Structure and characteristics of the Linux operating system environment are defined
- 8.3 Linux security applications are identified
- 8.4 Basic system administration using Linux commands is performed
- 8.5 Linux commands to enable the personal computer to communicate with other devices in a network are defined and implemented
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AX463 | VU21993 | Secure a networked personal computer | Unit of competency |
Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGT15 | 22603VIC | Certificate IV in Cyber Security | Accredited course |
| BHE71 | 22697VIC | Certificate IV in Integrated Technologies | Accredited course |
| AE780 | Transition to Cyber Security | Skill set |