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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
ICTSUS501
ICTSUS501
State Code
AWD75
AWD75
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Transition (Replaced)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/07/2016
Field of Education
031309 - Communications Equipment Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
05/07/2016
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install and integrate a virtual server in a network to replace multiple physical servers, reducing power requirements of individual servers and meeting sustainability targets. It applies to individuals with a high level of specialist technical skills and knowledge in telecommunications and information and communications technology (ICT) networks using internet protocol (IP) systems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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 use
- 1.3 Research and analyse alternative virtualisation scenarios, including risk analysis and relative comparisons of each consideration
- 1.4 Provide brief report to appropriate person of proposed preferred plan and describe resources required
- 1.5 Liaise with appropriate person to obtain approval for plans with any recommendations
2. Design virtual server specification
- 2.1 Confirm network operating system, server applications and server design with client
- 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 work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements according to plan and manufacturer’s specifications
- 3.2 Notify client for site access
- 3.3 Create detailed task list specifying stages and sequence of work required
- 3.4 Review hardware and software to ensure compatibility
- 3.5 Install required operating system, additional tools or third party software as specified in design
- 3.6 Patch 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 test plan, referring to resources and network impact
- 4.3 Run system tests according to test plan and record outcomes
- 4.4 Analyse 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 installation and integration process according to organisational guidelines
- 5.2 Provide user documentation
- 5.3 Notify client and obtain sign off
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D3423 | ICTSUS5187A | Implement server virtualisation for a sustainable ICT system | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCV76 | ICTSUS502 | Install and test virtual infrastructure | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD328 | ICTSS00059 | Advanced ICT Sustainability Skill Set | Skill set |
| BEH6 | ICT50418 | Diploma of Information Technology Networking | Qualification |
| AWD7 | ICT50415 | Diploma of Information Technology Networking | Qualification |
| AWE2 | ICT50315 | Diploma of Information Technology Systems Administration | Qualification |
| BEG9 | ICT50318 | Diploma of Information Technology Systems Administration | Qualification |
| AZI0 | ICT51015 | Diploma of Telecommunications Engineering | Qualification |
| AZI4 | ICT51115 | Diploma of Telecommunications Planning and Design | Qualification |