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ICANWK504A
Design and implement an integrated server solution

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit applies to officers employed in network or systems engineering roles where they are required to support multiple operating systems in a complex computing environment of medium to large organisations. Officers may be required to:

ensure multiple operating systems co-exist on the same network

implement a network authentication model that allows users to login using the same user credentials

provide a secure method of sharing files between operating system platforms.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to carry out the design and implementation of an integrated server solution to enable multiple operating system platforms to co-exist on the same network.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to:

produce design documents to integrate multiple server operating systems for authentication, file sharing and security

install and configure the integrated solution, according to the produced design

monitor and test the solution

troubleshoot integration problems.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

site where server installation may be conducted

relevant server specifications:

multiple operating system platforms

cabling

networked (LAN) computers

server diagnostic software

switch

client requirements

workstations

relevant regulatory documentation that affects installation activities

appropriate learning and assessment support when required.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

evaluation of design report for an integrated server solution

direct observation of the candidate installing and configuring the integrated server solution

verbal or written questioning of required skills and knowledge

evaluation of design and implementation of system in terms of integrated functionality and suitability for business needs.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support.

In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication skills to liaise with internal and external personnel on technical, operational and business-related matters

literacy skills to:

interpret technical documentation

write reports in required formats

read and interpret enterprise procedures, manuals and specifications

numeracy skills to:

take test measurements

interpret results

evaluate performance and interoperability of network

planning and organisational skills to plan, prioritise and monitor own work

problem-solving and contingency-management skills to adapt configuration procedures to requirements of network and reconfigure, depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

safety-awareness skills to:

apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during work activities

follow enterprise OHS procedures

work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

research skills to interrogate vendor databases and websites to find appropriate integration solutions

technical skills to:

design an integrated server solution

identify the technical requirements, constraints and manageability issues for given customer integration requirements

implement an integrated server design

select and use server and network diagnostics, test application software and hardware to suit integrated environment.

Required knowledge

authentication methods and protocols, such as lightweight directory access protocol (LDAP) and Kerberos

compatibility issues and resolution procedures

current network operating systems (NOS)

current server applications, compatibility issues and resolution procedures

documentation required for networks

error and event logging and reporting

file and print management

file system security

high availability options for servers

network file systems and shares

network service configuration and security

operating system help and support utilities

performance monitoring tools and tuning options

process or task management

task scheduling utilities

troubleshooting tools and techniques, including network diagnostic utilities

user authentication and directory services.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Client may include:

external organisations

information and communications technology (ICT) company

individuals

internal departments

internal employees

service industry.

Stakeholders may include:

development team

information technology (IT) manager or representative

project team

sponsor

user.

Server Integration requirements may refer to:

automatic synchronisation of passwords

central or synchronised identity management system to store information about users

data availability for mobile devices

login with same user credentials across multiple platforms

password security across platforms

secure file sharing across multiple platforms

single sign-on.

Operating systems may include:

Linux

Mac

mobile device

Unix

Windows Server.

Authentication methods and protocols may incorporate a combination of:

enterprise single sign-on

Kerberos

LDAP

network basic input/output system (NetBIOS)

network information system (NIS)

Novell Directory Services (NDS)

pluggable authentic modules (PAM)

public key authentication and digital certificates

Red Hat Directory Services

server messages block or Samba

two-factor and multi-factor authentication

winbind

Windows Active Directory Services.

File sharing must be across multiple platforms and may include:

distributed file systems

network file system (NFS)

server messages block (SMB) or Samba.

Security must be across multiple platforms and may include:

authentication, authorisation and access control

directory server security

encryption

Kerberos security, such as pre-authentication and ticket validation

network share permissions

password security

secure socket layer (SSL) certificates

transport layer security (TLS).

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Consult with client and key stakeholders to identify server integration requirements 
Prepare for work, according to site-specific safety requirements and enterprise OHS processes and procedures 
Arrange access to site and advise client of deployment and potential down times 
Consult appropriate personnel to ensure the task is coordinated effectively with others involved at the worksite 
Research and review authentication methods available for integration of network operating systems 
Select appropriate authentication methods and protocols 
Research redundancy and replication requirements for selected authentication model 
Produce the integrated server design, including authentication, file sharing and security 
Implement integrated authentication solution 
Implement integrated file sharing solution 
Configure workstations for integrated environment 
Implement security for the integrated server environment 
Test server for benchmarking against client specification and requirements according to test plan, and record outcomes 
Analyse error report and make changes as required 
Use troubleshooting tools and techniques to diagnose and correct integration problems 
Test required changes or additions 
Validate changes or additions against specifications 
Make and document server configuration and operational changes 
Complete client report and notification of server status 
Clean up and restore worksite to client’s satisfaction 
Secure sign-off from appropriate person 

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