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Operate and maintain computer resources

Operate and maintain computer resources

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPSUP381
State Code
AUN44
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
080905 - Practical Computing Skills
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake basic computing skills including routine personal computer maintenance, upgrades, restorations, data storage, conversion and transmission.It applies to individuals who perform a range of defined tasks relating to the printing and graphic arts industry, and who may also provide some leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Perform routine system maintenance
  • 1.1 Required equipment is checked, and is in working order and available for use
  • 1.2 Peripherals are fitted, maintained, cleaned and adjusted as required
  • 1.3 Personal computer furniture and fittings are adjusted according to work health and safety (WHS) practices and protection of equipment considerations
  • 1.4 Routine system maintenance and security processes are performed
  • 1.5 Correct functioning of automated processes is monitored
  • 1.6 Monitors are adjusted only when being calibrated and are otherwise left alone
  • 1.7 All abnormalities and system malfunctions are reported
  • 1.8 Off-line maintenance records are kept up-to-date
2. Perform back-ups and restorations on a personal computer
  • 2.1 File system back-ups are performed regularly according to established workplace practices
  • 2.2 Back-up media are labelled, stored and rotated according to established workplace practices
  • 2.3 Files are restored from back-up as required
  • 2.4 Data is recovered from damaged and corrupted files using small office tools
  • 2.5 Adequate written records of back-ups are kept
3. Store and supply consumables
  • 3.1 Consumables are stored and disposed of according to WHS, care of equipment and system security
  • 3.2 Stock levels and user needs are monitored to ensure required consumables are available
4. Upgrade and configure a personal computer
  • 4.1 Software and peripherals are installed, upgraded and configured according to enterprise policy
  • 4.2 New software, upgrades and adjustments are tested to ensure adequate performance
  • 4.3 Personal computer furniture and fittings are adjusted to meet workplace standards for WHS and care of equipment
  • 4.4 Written records of installations, upgrades and configurations are maintained
5 Access documentation, records and updates
  • 5.1 Documentation, including hardware and software manuals and equipment inventory and service records, is stored and accessed appropriately
  • 5.2 Supplementary product information, updates and technical reference material are accessed using the internet, journals and other sources
6. Access and deliver data
  • 6.1 Removable storage devices are connected, disconnected and configured as required
  • 6.2 Data is accessed from different types of file systems
  • 6.3 Data is stored and converted to suit a variety of operating systems, environments and applications
  • 6.4 Data is transmitted effectively by the method most appropriate to the task
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3272 ICPSU381C Operate and maintain computer resources Unit of competency