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Select and employ software and hardware testing tools

Select and employ software and hardware testing tools

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTICT411
State Code
AUU40
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
080317 - Quality Management
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select and use software and hardware diagnostic and testing tools.It applies to individuals in a wide range of information and communications technology (ICT) areas who are required to test software and hardware.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Establish process operational requirements
  • 1.1 Identify process requirements, ensuring they are accurate, complete, prioritised, have functionality, and reference appropriate method or media types
  • 1.2 Identify conflicting or overlapping requirements
  • 1.3 Document and validate functional requirements of the client
  • 1.4 Identify and validate available resources and budget
2. Select hardware and software for processing function
  • 2.1 Identify and evaluate relevant hardware and software tools with reference to functional requirements
  • 2.2 Identify and analyse relevant products and equipment interdependencies with reference to functional requirements and system architecture
  • 2.3 Identify and document appropriate tools, including their limitations for the required use and industry standards
  • 2.4 Select and acquire tools according to purchasing policies
3. Configure and test hardware and software
  • 3.1 Install and configure appropriate hardware and software tools according to vendor guidelines with reference to system architecture and client functionality requirements
  • 3.2 Configure system architecture for optimal usage
  • 3.3 Prepare, schedule and execute tests and record outcomes
  • 3.4 Track errors, and interpret and correct them
  • 3.5 Make changes to the tested hardware or software based on test results
  • 3.6 Document the hardware and software configuration according to requirements
4. Use and validate software and hardware
  • 4.1 Provide appropriate training of client with reference to guides, instructions and vendor materials
  • 4.2 Use hardware and software according to vendor guidelines
  • 4.3 Validate hardware and software performance with reference to client functional requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7873 ICAICT411A Select and employ software and hardware testing tools Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBU20 ICTICT438 Select, configure and deploy software and hardware testing tools Unit of competency