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Use computer operating systems and hardware

Use computer operating systems and hardware

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTICT201
State Code
AUU09
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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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
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select, configure and use computer operating systems and basic computer hardware, including configuring the operating system to work with a variety of hardware peripherals and types of information and communications technology (ICT) equipment.It applies to individuals who may work under supervision and provide support to others using a range of skills to identify and resolve issues.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify operating system and hardware components
  • 1.1 Determine ICT organisational requirements and specifications
  • 1.2 Identify and select the operating system
  • 1.3 Identify appropriate external hardware components
  • 1.4 Identify internal hardware components
2. Install and configure operating system and application software with hardware components
  • 2.1 Install and configure the operating system to meet organisational requirements
  • 2.2 Identify functions associated with the operating system and associated boot process
  • 2.3 Configure power management settings to minimise power consumption, as an environmentally sustainable measure
  • 2.4 Use both the graphical user interface and the command line interface to perform basic tasks
  • 2.5 Install or upgrade application software onto the operating system and hardware configuration
  • 2.6 Determine the relationship between an application program, the operating system and hardware
  • 2.7 Identify general differences between different computer platforms and their respective operating systems
3. Optimise operating system and hardware components
  • 3.1 Optimise operating system, using included tools or third-party utilities
  • 3.2 Customise the graphical user interface
  • 3.3 Use techniques unique to the command line interface
  • 3.4 Set up and configure external hardware components and check functionality
  • 3.5 Install drivers as appropriate and check functionality
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7843 ICAICT201A Use computer operating systems and hardware Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBU40 ICTICT213 Use computer operating systems and hardware Unit of competency