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Implement system software changes

Implement system software changes

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTICT315
State Code
ODT34
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/02/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/05/2022
Field of Education
031305 - Computer Engineering
Original Release Date
25/05/2022
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply system software changes and deliver modified systems to a variety of operational areas.The unit applies to individuals who may work in roles such as digital maintenance technicians who monitor operating systems on client computers and conduct various technology fixes.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for system changes
  • 1.1 Confirm work brief and tasks according to organisational policies and procedures
  • 1.2 Identify system changes and update requirements according to work brief
  • 1.3 Evaluate impact of changing system software according to work brief
  • 1.4 Complete required documentation for system software changes according to maintenance methodologies
  • 1.5 Obtain technical data from required personnel and request other resources required to complete system software changes
2. Carry out system changes
  • 2.1 Plan procedure to execute required system changes according to organisational policies and procedures
  • 2.2 Consult with required personnel and users involved in the proposed changes and agree on a mutually acceptable timeline and implementation method
  • 2.3 Copy initialisation and configuration files prior to implementation according to organisational requirements
  • 2.4 Create a roll-back path in the event of failure according to work brief
  • 2.5 Test system and confirm changes have been made according to organisational policies and procedures
3. Finalise system changes
  • 3.1 Document process used for system software changes and record impact to systems according to work brief
  • 3.2 Distribute document and seek feedback from required personnel
  • 3.3 Implement feedback on system software
  • 3.4 Update documentation and repositories according to organisational policies and procedures
  • 3.5 Update modifications in the change management system
4. Perform handover to required personnel
  • 4.1 Recommend updates to organisational policies and procedures to reflect implemented changes
  • 4.2 Obtain sign-off on recommendations from required personnel
  • 4.3 Review operational areas impacted by updated system and notify required personnel according to work brief
  • 4.4 Facilitate handover of modified system to operational areas
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUU26 ICTICT304 Implement system software changes Unit of competency