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Use digital devices

Use digital devices

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTICT104
State Code
AUU12
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
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
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use a range of digital devices, such as a digital camera, video camera, or personal digital assistant (PDA) device.It applies to individuals who require entry level information and communications technology (ICT) knowledge and literacy skills to support their work in a home office or small office environment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to use the digital device
  • 1.1 Review the instruction manual and ensure identified components are available
  • 1.2 Identify the physical components of the digital device
  • 1.3 Turn on and follow access procedures to activate the digital device
  • 1.4 Alter the digital device settings to best suit intended use
  • 1.5 Configure power management settings where appropriate to minimise power consumption, as an environmentally sustainable measure
2. Set up and use the digital device
  • 2.1 Identify and set the basic operating, security and menu settings
  • 2.2 Navigate and manipulate the screen environment
  • 2.3 Customise screen icons and access to applications where applicable
  • 2.4 Use the digital device, and save and edit output where applicable
  • 2.5 Identify more advanced features available and use as required
3. Access and use basic connectivity devices
  • 3.1 Connect to external digital devices, such as computer devices or storage devices, to retrieve, copy, move and save information
  • 3.2 Check physical connectivity of computer devices or storage devices to ensure operation and performance
  • 3.3 Connect to a printer either through a computer device or directly, and use printer settings and print data
  • 3.4 Access audio-visual devices to view and play a multimedia file
4. Shut down digital device
  • 4.1 Save current work and back up important data
  • 4.2 Close open programs on the digital device and any computer device or storage device
  • 4.3 Shut down digital devices, according to manufacturer instructions
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7838 ICAICT104A Use digital devices Unit of competency