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Assemble, set up and test personal computers

Assemble, set up and test personal computers

Unit of competency
National Code
UEENEED002B
State Code
W7760
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
29/07/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/04/2011
Field of Education
031317 - Electronic Equipment Servicing
Original Release Date
07/04/2011
Nominal Hours
72
Description
1)1.1) DescriptorThis unit covers assembly, setting up and testing personal computers as directed in computer service manuals. It encompasses safe working practices, checking computer components, assembling components to form a basic personal computer, installing and testing basic operating system, drivers and application software, following written and oral instruction and applying customer relations procedures.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 Assemble personal computer.
  • 1.1 OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and understood through established routines and procedures.
  • 1.2 Established OHS risk control measures and procedures in relation to computer and keyboard use are followed.
  • 1.3 Advice is sought from the work supervisor to ensure the work is co-ordinated effectively with others.
  • 1.4 Computer, components, operating system and application software are obtained in accordance with established routines and checked as meeting requirements.
  • 1.5 Computer components are assembled and connected in accordance with manufacturers instructions.
  • 1.6 Routine quality checks are carried out in accordance with work instructions.
  • 1.7 Procedures are followed for referring non-routine events to immediate supervisor for directions.
2 Install operating system and application software.
  • 2.1 Established OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed.
  • 2.2 Computer is started up and on-screen instructions for the installation of the operating system to default configuration are followed, including drivers.
  • 2.3 Application software is installed to default configuration following on-screen installation instruction.
  • 2.4 Computer shutdown procedures are followed and computer switched off.
  • 2.5 Routine quality checks are carried out in accordance with work instructions.
  • 2.6 Procedures for referring non-routine events to immediate supervisor for directions are followed.
3 Test computer operation.
  • 3.1 Established OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed.
  • 3.2 Computer is switched on and start-up procedures are followed and checked.
  • 3.3 Operating system and application programs are checked to be opening and operating correctly.
  • 3.4 Faults are identified as being the result of faulty hardware or software.
  • 3.5 The need to test or measure live is determined in strict accordance with OHS requirements and when necessary conducted within established safety procedures.
  • 3.6 Faults are rectified in accordance with computer hardware, operating system and application instructions.
  • 3.7 Procedures for referring non-routine events to immediate supervisor for directions are followed.
  • 3.8 Computer shutdown procedures are followed and computer switched off.
  • 3.9 Work is carried out efficiently without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, circuits, the surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy principles.
4 Complete work and report.
  • 4.1 OHS risk control work completion measures and procedures are followed.
  • 4.2 Work area is cleaned and made safe in accordance with established procedures.
  • 4.3 Work supervisor is notified of the completion of the work in accordance with established procedures.
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WC386 UEENEED102A Assemble, set-up and test computing devices Unit of competency