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Design, build and test a network server

Design, build and test a network server

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTNWK505
State Code
AUV09
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (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
031305 - Computer Engineering
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design, install and test a server in a complex network environment.It applies to individuals who are employed in network or systems engineering roles, such as network engineers who are required to design and build network servers in a complex computing environment of medium-to-large organisations.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and design network servers to meet business requirements
  • 1.1 Consult with client and key stakeholders to identify requirements
  • 1.2 Assess business problems, opportunities, scope, objectives and budget, confirming details with appropriate person
  • 1.3 Analyse and document data migration requirements
  • 1.4 Review requirements to identify network server specifications
  • 1.5 Produce detailed documentation for the design and configuration of the network services, server applications, security and redundancy
  • 1.6 Prototype design and update documentation as necessary
  • 1.7 Produce installation checklists as part of the quality assurance process
  • 1.8 Develop the test plan to ensure that the system meets client requirements, performance standards and quality expectations
  • 1.9 Obtain client sign-off for the design report
2. Prepare for network server installation
  • 2.1 Prepare for work according to site specific safety requirements and enterprise workplace health and safety (WHS) processes and procedures
  • 2.2 Identify safety hazards and implement risk control measures in consultation with appropriate personnel
  • 2.3 Consult appropriate personnel to ensure the task is coordinated effectively with others involved at the worksite
  • 2.4 Back up local data in preparation for installation
3. Build and configure the servers according to design
  • 3.1 Install network operating system to design specifications using installation checklists
  • 3.2 Install additional tools or third-party software applications as required by the design
  • 3.3 Patch the operating system and applications to ensure maximum security and reliability
  • 3.4 Configure network services and applications
  • 3.5 Implement security design to prevent unauthorised access to system
  • 3.6 Reconnect and reconfigure connectivity devices
  • 3.7 Configure update services to provide automatic updates for operating system and applications
  • 3.8 Restore local data to new server
  • 3.9 Implement backup and recovery methods to enable restoration capability in the event of a disaster
4. Test and reconfigure network servers
  • 4.1 Test server for benchmarking against client specification and requirements according to test plan, and record outcomes
  • 4.2 Analyse the error report and make changes as required
  • 4.3 Use troubleshooting tools and techniques to diagnose and correct server problems
  • 4.4 Test required changes or additions
  • 4.5 Validate changes or additions against specifications
5. Complete and document network design and installation
  • 5.1 Make and document server configuration and operational changes
  • 5.2 Complete client report and notify of server status
  • 5.3 Clean up and restore worksite to client’s satisfaction
  • 5.4 Secure sign-off from appropriate person
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7956 ICANWK505A Design, build and test a network server Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBT60 ICTNWK540 Design, build and test network servers Unit of competency