Unit of competency Outline
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Transfer content to a website using commercial packages
Transfer content to a website using commercial packages
Unit of competency
National Code
ICAS4201B
ICAS4201B
State Code
D0211
D0211
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/11/2007
Field of Education
029999 - Information Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
29/11/2007
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit defines the competency required to transfer content from a remote location to a web server using a range of commercial IT products. The end objective is the successful upload of new or revised information on a website.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Configure the file transfer protocol client
- 1.1. Review and select file transfer protocolclient based on features and functions
- 1.2. Ensure that the file transfer protocolclient is suitable for the technical environment
- 1.3. Enter client details, including user ID, password and host name/ID into the correct profile fields to create a permanent profile
- 1.4. Choose settings such as auto-detect, save profile and password depending on organisational security and privacy policy and organisational guidelines
- 1.5. Test and verify configuration by connecting to the web hosting server
2. Plan and prepare for data transfer
- 2.1. Prepare data content and back it up on the local computer or server
- 2.2. Identify data as compressed or uncompressed with tools available on the server to manage uploaded data
- 2.3. Ensure files are in an appropriate form for recognition and interaction by the operatingsystem
- 2.4. Ensure the receiving directory structure is applicable for the data to be uploaded
3. Establish connection to server
- 3.1. Log on to remote server using administrative, guest or anonymous accounts
- 3.2. Proceed through security layers based on organisationalguidelines
- 3.3. Initiate file transfer protocol client program and locate destination directory
4. Transfer data to remote server
- 4.1. Select files to be transferred and choose correct mode (ASCII or binary)
- 4.2. Run anti-virus software on downloaded files
- 4.3. Move, rename, copy, and delete files on the server as necessary and as permissions allow
- 4.4. Store and order files according requirements and file extensions
- 4.5. Conduct appropriate steps for downloaded files such as translation, decompression or de-archival of the files for use
- 4.6. Confirm data transfer and content functionality and close connection
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
AxY FTP for Windows, Linux and Unix
Cftp for Unix
Curl for Unix supports FTP, HTTP, Telnet
GFTP with GUI for Unix supports FTP, HTTP and SSH
Lftp command-line FTP for Solaris, IRIX, HP-UX, Digital UNIX and Linux
NFTP command-line FTP for Windows, Linux, OS/2
NcFTP client command-line FTP and HTTP URLs for Solaris FreeBSD, AIX and Linux
WS_FTP for MS Windows
internal departments
external organisations
individual people
employees
Linux 6.0 or above
Windows 98 or above
Apple OS 8 or above
laptops
workstations
servers
other devices
Application/web servers
BEA Weblogic servers
IBM VisualAge and WebSphere
Novell NDS servers
Email servers
File and print servers
FTP servers
Firewall servers
Proxy/cache servers
business
system
application
network
people in the organisation
commercial, in-house, packaged or customised software
personal use of emails and internet access
content of emails
downloading information and accessing particular websites
opening mail with attachments
virus risk
dispute resolution
document procedures and templates
communication methods
financial control mechanisms
information on the types of information held
the purpose of holding the information
how it is collected
the approved uses and disclosure of information held
AxY FTP for Windows, Linux and Unix
Cftp for Unix
Curl for Unix supports FTP, HTTP, Telnet
GFTP with GUI for Unix supports FTP, HTTP and SSH
Lftp command-line FTP for Solaris, IRIX, HP-UX, Digital UNIX and Linux
NFTP command-line FTP for Windows, Linux, OS/2
NcFTP client command-line FTP and HTTP URLs for Solaris FreeBSD, AIX and Linux
WS_FTP for MS Windows
internal departments
external organisations
individual people
employees
Linux 6.0 or above
Windows 98 or above
Apple OS 8 or above
laptops
workstations
servers
other devices
Application/web servers
BEA Weblogic servers
IBM VisualAge and WebSphere
Novell NDS servers
Email servers
File and print servers
FTP servers
Firewall servers
Proxy/cache servers
business
system
application
network
people in the organisation
commercial, in-house, packaged or customised software
personal use of emails and internet access
content of emails
downloading information and accessing particular websites
opening mail with attachments
virus risk
dispute resolution
document procedures and templates
communication methods
financial control mechanisms
information on the types of information held
the purpose of holding the information
how it is collected
the approved uses and disclosure of information held
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
Assessment must confirm the ability to configure an FTP client, prepare content to be transferred, connect to the server and transfer content.
To demonstrate competency in this unit the learner will require access to:
Web servers
E-business website
FTP client software
Server security password and access procedures
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This competency requires the application of file transfer protocol (FTP) client software as a means of uploading or changing content on a website. FTP is the most common method for transferring data across the internet. Most web browsers connect to FTP sites transparently and download data without the user being aware that they are on an FTP server.
The breadth, depth and complexity of knowledge and skills in this competency would cover a broad range of varied activities or application in a wider variety of contexts most of which are complex and non-routine. Leadership and guidance would be involved when organising activities of self and others as well as contributing to technical solutions of a non-routine or contingency nature.
Assessment must ensure:
Performance of a broad range of skilled applications including the requirement to evaluate and analyse current practices, develop new criteria and procedures for performing current practices and provision of some leadership and guidance to others in the application and planning of the skills would be characteristic.
Applications may involve responsibility for, and limited organisation of, others.
Method of assessment
The purpose of this unit is to define the standard of performance to be achieved in the workplace. In undertaking training and assessment activities related to this unit, consideration should be given to the implementation of appropriate diversity and accessibility practices in order to accommodate people who may have special needs. Additional guidance on these and related matters is provided in ICA05 Section 1.
Competency in this unit should be assessed using summative assessment to ensure consistency of performance in a range of contexts. This unit can be assessed either in the workplace or in a simulated environment. However, simulated activities must closely reflect the workplace to enable full demonstration of competency.
Assessment will usually include observation of real or simulated work processes and procedures and/or performance in a project context as well as questioning on underpinning knowledge and skills. The questioning of team members, supervisors, subordinates, peers and clients where appropriate may provide valuable input to the assessment process. The interdependence of units for assessment purposes may vary with the particular project or scenario.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
An individual demonstrating this competency would be able to:
Demonstrate uploading and downloading of data
Make changes to settings of files located on a server
Set up folders and directories for anonymous sharing
Create upload folders and directories as a repository for users to place files
Maintain knowledge of industry products and services
Additionally, an individual demonstrating this competency would be able to:
Demonstrate understanding of a broad knowledge base incorporating some theoretical concepts
Apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems
Identify and apply skill and knowledge areas to a wide variety of contexts, with depth in some areas
Identify, analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources
Take responsibility for own outputs in relation to specified quality standards
Take limited responsibility for the quantity and quality of the output of others
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
Assessment must confirm the ability to configure an FTP client, prepare content to be transferred, connect to the server and transfer content.
To demonstrate competency in this unit the learner will require access to:
Web servers
E-business website
FTP client software
Server security password and access procedures
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This competency requires the application of file transfer protocol (FTP) client software as a means of uploading or changing content on a website. FTP is the most common method for transferring data across the internet. Most web browsers connect to FTP sites transparently and download data without the user being aware that they are on an FTP server.
The breadth, depth and complexity of knowledge and skills in this competency would cover a broad range of varied activities or application in a wider variety of contexts most of which are complex and non-routine. Leadership and guidance would be involved when organising activities of self and others as well as contributing to technical solutions of a non-routine or contingency nature.
Assessment must ensure:
Performance of a broad range of skilled applications including the requirement to evaluate and analyse current practices, develop new criteria and procedures for performing current practices and provision of some leadership and guidance to others in the application and planning of the skills would be characteristic.
Applications may involve responsibility for, and limited organisation of, others.
Method of assessment
The purpose of this unit is to define the standard of performance to be achieved in the workplace. In undertaking training and assessment activities related to this unit, consideration should be given to the implementation of appropriate diversity and accessibility practices in order to accommodate people who may have special needs. Additional guidance on these and related matters is provided in ICA05 Section 1.
Competency in this unit should be assessed using summative assessment to ensure consistency of performance in a range of contexts. This unit can be assessed either in the workplace or in a simulated environment. However, simulated activities must closely reflect the workplace to enable full demonstration of competency.
Assessment will usually include observation of real or simulated work processes and procedures and/or performance in a project context as well as questioning on underpinning knowledge and skills. The questioning of team members, supervisors, subordinates, peers and clients where appropriate may provide valuable input to the assessment process. The interdependence of units for assessment purposes may vary with the particular project or scenario.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
An individual demonstrating this competency would be able to:
Demonstrate uploading and downloading of data
Make changes to settings of files located on a server
Set up folders and directories for anonymous sharing
Create upload folders and directories as a repository for users to place files
Maintain knowledge of industry products and services
Additionally, an individual demonstrating this competency would be able to:
Demonstrate understanding of a broad knowledge base incorporating some theoretical concepts
Apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems
Identify and apply skill and knowledge areas to a wide variety of contexts, with depth in some areas
Identify, analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources
Take responsibility for own outputs in relation to specified quality standards
Take limited responsibility for the quantity and quality of the output of others
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C8812 | ICAS4201A | Transfer content to a website using commercial packages | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D8126 | ICAWEB403A | Transfer content to a website using commercial packages | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C858 | ICA30105 | Certificate III in Information Technology | Qualification |
| C861 | ICA40305 | Certificate IV in Information Technology (Websites) | Qualification |