Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 10:01 PM AWST
22/07/2026 10:01 PM AWST
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Install and administer Unix based computers
Install and administer Unix based computers
Unit of competency
National Code
UEENEED013B
UEENEED013B
State Code
W7770
W7770
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/04/2009
Field of Education
031305 - Computer Engineering
Original Release Date
17/04/2009
Nominal Hours
72
Description
1)1.1) DescriptorThis unit covers the installation and administration of UNIX based and networked computers. It encompasses safe working practices, performing basic UNIX, Linux or Mac OSX operating system installation, administration functions of logging in and out, setting up GUI applications, manipulating text files, creating and searching files and directories, changing permissions, using text editors, identifying and modifying initialization files, streamlining command, execution using shell features, using basic network commands and documenting all administration activities.Note: This unit applies to all aspects of Electrotechnology - engineering applications only. For general competencies related to Information Technologies refer to the latest endorsed IT Training Package.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to install, upgrade and maintain network operations.
- 1.1 OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and understood.
- 1.2 Established OHS risk control measures and procedures are followed in preparation for the work.
- 1.3 The nature of the administration work is established from network specifications and in consultation with appropriate person(s).
- 1.4 Activities are planned to meet scheduled timelines in consultation with others involved in the work.
- 1.5 Unix system variants, versions and updates needed to maintain the computers and networks are identified and obtained in accordance with established procedures and checked against job requirements.
2 Install, upgrade and maintain Unix-based computers and network operations
- 2.1 OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed.
- 2.2 Unix operating system is installed upgraded and configured on computers and servers in accordance with developer's instructions and network requirements.
- 2.3 Devices and drivers, desktop environment, network protocols and services and system security are implemented in accordance with requirements.
- 2.4 Access to resources is configured within the limitations specified for each users.
- 2.5 Unix-based network malfunctions are identified and rectified using logical techniques and drawing knowledge of devices and drivers, storage, basic network protocols, connections and services and system security configuration processes.
- 2.6 Network performance and reliability is monitored and optimised in accordance with established procedures.
- 2.7 Methods for dealing with unexpected situations are selected on the basis of safety and specified work outcomes.
- 2.8 Unix-based network administration is carried out efficiently without waste of materials and energy or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or other services.
3 Document network administration activities.
- 3.1 Written justification is produced for network upgrading and maintenance and appropriate person(s) notified in accordance with established procedures.
- 3.2 Network administration documentation are maintained in accordance with established procedures.
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Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WC392 | UEENEED113A | Install and administer Unix based networked computers | Unit of competency |