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Install and administer UNIX/LINUX-based networked computers

Install and administer UNIX/LINUX-based networked computers

Unit of competency
National Code
UEECS0021
State Code
OCA31
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/07/2021
Field of Education
020113 - Networks And Communications
Original Release Date
12/07/2021
Nominal Hours
72
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to install and administer UNIX/LINUX-based networked computers.It includes safe working practices, performing UNIX/LINUX, LINUX or Mac OSX operating system installation, administration functions of logging in and out, setting up graphic user interface (GUI) applications, manipulating text files, creating and searching files and directories, changing permissions, using text editors, identifying and modifying initialisation files, streamlining command, execution using shell features, using network commands and documenting all administration activities.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to install, upgrade and maintain network operations
  • 1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and applied
  • 1.2 Scope of the administration work is determined from network specifications and in consultation with relevant person/s
  • 1.3 Activities are planned in accordance with workplace procedures for timelines and consultation with others involved
  • 1.4 UNIX/LINUX system variants, versions and updates required to maintain computers and networks are identified and obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and job specifications
2 Install, upgrade and maintain UNIX/LINUX-based computers and network operations
  • 2.1 UNIX/LINUX operating system is installed, upgraded and configured on computers and servers in accordance with developer instructions and network requirements
  • 2.2 Desktop environment, network protocols and services and system security are implemented in accordance with workplace procedures and job specifications
  • 2.3 Access to resources is configured and limitations specified for users in accordance with workplace procedures and job specifications
  • 2.4 UNIX/LINUX-based network malfunctions are identified and rectified in accordance with workplace procedures and job specifications using tests of devices and drivers, storage, network protocols, connections and services and system security configuration processes
  • 2.5 Network performance and reliability is monitored and optimised in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.6 UNIX/LINUX-based network administration is carried out efficiently without waste of materials and energy or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or relevant services
3 Document network administration activities
  • 3.1 Written justification is produced for network upgrading and maintenance and relevant person/s notified in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Network administration and documentation are maintained in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC392 UEENEED113A Install and administer Unix based networked computers Unit of competency