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Install and configure client-server applications and services

Install and configure client-server applications and services

Unit of competency
National Code
ICANWK407A
State Code
D7942
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/07/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/10/2011
Field of Education
031305 - Computer Engineering
Original Release Date
06/10/2011
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to install, configure and maintain client-server application services in a networked environment.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine client -server software requirements
  • 1.1 Select a client-server solution that best fits the desired outcome for a given scenario
  • 1.2 Select hardware required to implement the client-server solution for the desired outcome
  • 1.3 Select an appropriate host operating system for the chosen client -server software
2. Obtain and configure server application software, according to industry best practice
  • 2.1 Investigate the range of client-server products available for the desired outcome, including commercial and open source
  • 2.2 Identify hardware requirements
  • 2.3 Identify available operating system platforms to host the client-server software
3. Install, configure, and manage services to meet business requirements
  • 3.1 Install client-server software to both server and client hardware according to business guidelines
  • 3.2 Configure the client-server software, according to vendor guidelines
  • 3.3 Monitor client-server performance to ensure performance, according to business requirements
  • 3.4 Manage the installation of upgrades and patches to the client-server software environment
  • 3.5 Back up and maintain client-server software
4. Assess configuration effect on overall network design
  • 4.1 Identify appropriate utilities to monitor and determine network performance
  • 4.2 Create network performance benchmarks prior to and on completion of client-server software installation
  • 4.3 Compare benchmarks to assess performance effect on network after installation of client-server software
5. Test and sign off
  • 5.1 Test operation of the client-server software to ensure client requirements are met
  • 5.2 Obtain sign-off from appropriate person
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.

Client-server solution may include:
accounting client server software
customer relationship management (CRM)
database management software
enterprise resource planning (ERP)
file transfer protocol (FTP) services
information services software
mail services
payroll
SharePoint services
support desk
web services.
Appropriate utilities may include:
proprietary
third party
those included with the host operating system.
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 ability to:
install and configure server-based client-server software
install and configure client software to communicate with appropriate server software
test operation of client-server software
identify and implement required updates for client-server software
monitor performance of client server software
backup and maintain client-server software.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
administrative access to a client server-based network
appropriate client-server software
appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct observation of the candidate installing or updating client-server software
verbal or written questioning of required skills and knowledge
evaluation of prepared report outlining testing procedures, test results and recommendations.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support.
In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUP61 ICTNWK407 Install and configure client-server applications and services Unit of competency