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Configure and administer network operating systems

Configure and administer network operating systems

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTNWK309
State Code
OBT80
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/07/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/01/2021
Field of Education
029999 - Information Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
15/01/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create a network operating system and set up and use administrative tools to manage the network. It applies to individuals who are required to provide frontline technical support to maintain network continuity to a network operating system.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify and assess network features
  • 1.1 Determine organisational policies and procedures used to administer network operating systems
  • 1.2 Determine interfaces used by organisation’s existing network
  • 1.3 Identify potential network integration compatibility issues and risks
2. Administer and support system
  • 2.1 Format hard drives, set up security restrictions and establish user log-in information according to organisational requirements
  • 2.2 Determine organisational data requirements and data access frequency on systems interaction map
  • 2.3 Plan required upgrades and reconfigurations to network operating system according to organisational requirements
  • 2.4 Implement planned upgrades and reconfigurations according to task requirements
3. Set up and manage network file system
  • 3.1 Create file and folder structure according to organisational requirements, policies and procedures
  • 3.2 Set security access and sharing of file system to meet organisational requirements
  • 3.3 Identify and implement required network operating system virus protection
4. Administer user services and user accounts
  • 4.1 Create users and groups required to facilitate user security and network access according to user authorisation and organisational requirements
  • 4.2 Verify successful user access to authorised network data and resources, and documents outcomes
5. Provide backup security support
  • 5.1 Scan and clean network of viruses
  • 5.2 Perform backup of network according to organisational procedures and requirements
  • 5.3 Document processes used and lodge with required personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUP57 ICTNWK303 Configure and administer a network operating system Unit of competency