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Implement server virtualisation for a sustainable ICT system
Implement server virtualisation for a sustainable ICT system
Unit of competency
National Code
ICTSUS5187A
ICTSUS5187A
State Code
D3423
D3423
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/04/2014
Field of Education
031309 - Communications Equipment Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
15/04/2014
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to install and integrate a virtual server in a network to replace multiple physical servers. This is done to reduce power requirements of individual servers.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement but users should confirm requirements with the relevant federal, state or territory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan to implement server virtualisation
- 1.1. Assess extent of virtualisation to be implemented using feasibility report and organisational guidelines
- 1.2. Analyse existing server infrastructure utilisation
- 1.3. Research and analyse alternative virtualisation scenarios including a risk analysis and relative comparisons of each consideration
- 1.4. Provide a brief report of proposed preferred plan and describe resources required
- 1.5. Liaise with appropriate person to obtain approval for the plans with any recommendations
2. Design virtual server specification
- 2.1. Confirm network operating system, server applications and server design with customer
- 2.2. Determine product and vendor architecture and equipment specifications
- 2.3. Determine technology and resources within business requirements and budget
3. Install virtual server
- 3.1. Follow occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental requirements according to plan and manufacturer's specifications
- 3.2. Notify customer for site access
- 3.3. Create a detailed task list specifying stages and sequence of work required
- 3.4. Review hardware and software to ensure compatibility
- 3.5. Install the required operating system, additional tools or third-party software as specified in design
- 3.6. Patch the operating system and applications to ensure maximum security and reliability
4. Integrate and test virtual server
- 4.1. Determine tests to ensure virtual server integration
- 4.2. Develop the test plan referring to resources and network impact
- 4.3. Run the system tests according to test plan and record outcomes
- 4.4. Analyse the error report and make changes as required
- 4.5. Test required changes or additions
- 4.6. Validate changes or additions against specifications
5. Complete work and document activities
- 5.1. Document the installation and integration process according to organisational guidelines
- 5.2. Provide user documentation
- 5.3. Notify customer and obtain sign off
RANGE STATEMENT
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.
Organisational guidelines may include:
budget allocations
operational costs
organisational cost
projected growth
security.
Appropriate person may include:
IT consultant
IT specialist
network administrator
network manager.
Server applications may include:
database and data warehousing
directory services
file sharing
line of business applications
management
messaging
network and remote access
printer sharing
server virtualisation
terminal services
web services.
Customer may include:
company representative
government department
private organisation.
Equipment may include:
digital subscriber line (DSL) modems
hard drives
hubs
modems and other connectivity devices
monitors
peripheral devices
personal computer
personal digital assistant (PDA)
printers
switches
workstations.
Business requirements may relate to:
application
network
people
system.
Taskmay include:
activities
function
job
work.
Softwaremay include:
customised
in-house
open source software applications
organisation-specific software
packaged software.
Integration may involve:
power supply requirements and management
registered RAM
requirements for software installation
server design and network architecture
set-up and configuration procedures
single and multiple processors
vendor specifications.
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.
Organisational guidelines may include:
budget allocations
operational costs
organisational cost
projected growth
security.
Appropriate person may include:
IT consultant
IT specialist
network administrator
network manager.
Server applications may include:
database and data warehousing
directory services
file sharing
line of business applications
management
messaging
network and remote access
printer sharing
server virtualisation
terminal services
web services.
Customer may include:
company representative
government department
private organisation.
Equipment may include:
digital subscriber line (DSL) modems
hard drives
hubs
modems and other connectivity devices
monitors
peripheral devices
personal computer
personal digital assistant (PDA)
printers
switches
workstations.
Business requirements may relate to:
application
network
people
system.
Taskmay include:
activities
function
job
work.
Softwaremay include:
customised
in-house
open source software applications
organisation-specific software
packaged software.
Integration may involve:
power supply requirements and management
registered RAM
requirements for software installation
server design and network architecture
set-up and configuration procedures
single and multiple processors
vendor specifications.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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:
determine and meet client requirements for installation and testing of virtual server
install, integrate and test virtualisation components according to vendor and technical specifications.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
site and equipment on which servers can be virtualised
server virtualisation currently used in industry
relevant documentation, feasibility studies, equipment manuals and other site-related documentation.
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 carrying out installation, integration and testing of virtual server
review of plans completed by the candidate for different sites outlining design and resources required
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of methodologies used.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICTSUS4183A Install and test renewable energy system for ICT networks
ICTSUS4184A Install and test power management software
ICTSUS4185A Install and test power saving hardware
ICTSUS4186A Install thin client applications for Power over Ethernet.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non-English speaking background may have second language issues.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the oral communication skill level, and language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.
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:
determine and meet client requirements for installation and testing of virtual server
install, integrate and test virtualisation components according to vendor and technical specifications.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
site and equipment on which servers can be virtualised
server virtualisation currently used in industry
relevant documentation, feasibility studies, equipment manuals and other site-related documentation.
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 carrying out installation, integration and testing of virtual server
review of plans completed by the candidate for different sites outlining design and resources required
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of methodologies used.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICTSUS4183A Install and test renewable energy system for ICT networks
ICTSUS4184A Install and test power management software
ICTSUS4185A Install and test power saving hardware
ICTSUS4186A Install thin client applications for Power over Ethernet.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non-English speaking background may have second language issues.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the oral communication skill level, and language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWD75 | ICTSUS501 | Implement server virtualisation for a sustainable ICT system | Unit of competency |
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|---|---|---|---|
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| J822 | ICT50513 | Diploma of Telecommunications Planning and Design | Qualification |