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ICTICT411
Select and employ software and hardware testing tools

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select and use software and hardware diagnostic and testing tools.

It applies to individuals in a wide range of information and communications technology (ICT) areas who are required to test software and hardware.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Establish process operational requirements

1.1 Identify process requirements, ensuring they are accurate, complete, prioritised, have functionality, and reference appropriate method or media types

1.2 Identify conflicting or overlapping requirements

1.3 Document and validate functional requirements of the client

1.4 Identify and validate available resources and budget

2. Select hardware and software for processing function

2.1 Identify and evaluate relevant hardware and software tools with reference to functional requirements

2.2 Identify and analyse relevant products and equipment interdependencies with reference to functional requirements and system architecture

2.3 Identify and document appropriate tools, including their limitations for the required use and industry standards

2.4 Select and acquire tools according to purchasing policies

3. Configure and test hardware and software

3.1 Install and configure appropriate hardware and software tools according to vendor guidelines with reference to system architecture and client functionality requirements

3.2 Configure system architecture for optimal usage

3.3 Prepare, schedule and execute tests and record outcomes

3.4 Track errors, and interpret and correct them

3.5 Make changes to the tested hardware or software based on test results

3.6 Document the hardware and software configuration according to requirements

4. Use and validate software and hardware

4.1 Provide appropriate training of client with reference to guides, instructions and vendor materials

4.2 Use hardware and software according to vendor guidelines

4.3 Validate hardware and software performance with reference to client functional requirements

Evidence of the ability to:

evaluate hardware and software that meet functional requirements

select and use the correct automating tools

develop an automating process to produce an outcome that is measurable and meets specified requirements

install, configure and document hardware and software according to vendor guidelines

validate hardware and software performance against client usage requirements.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

identify and apply batch scripting of nominated automating software routines

discuss relevant aspects of the client business domain

identify and apply vendor product directions

describe current industry accepted hardware and software products, and their features and capabilities

explain the functions and features of:

development tools, including animation development tools

development package automating options

third-party tools for automating a range of software applications

media management tools

identify interaction between relevant hardware and software products.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the general information and communications technology (ICT) industry, and include access to:

a site where automated processing may be carried out

hardware and software currently used in industry

a range of automating vendor products currently used in industry

client requirements documentation

organisational requirements.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Establish process operational requirements

1.1 Identify process requirements, ensuring they are accurate, complete, prioritised, have functionality, and reference appropriate method or media types

1.2 Identify conflicting or overlapping requirements

1.3 Document and validate functional requirements of the client

1.4 Identify and validate available resources and budget

2. Select hardware and software for processing function

2.1 Identify and evaluate relevant hardware and software tools with reference to functional requirements

2.2 Identify and analyse relevant products and equipment interdependencies with reference to functional requirements and system architecture

2.3 Identify and document appropriate tools, including their limitations for the required use and industry standards

2.4 Select and acquire tools according to purchasing policies

3. Configure and test hardware and software

3.1 Install and configure appropriate hardware and software tools according to vendor guidelines with reference to system architecture and client functionality requirements

3.2 Configure system architecture for optimal usage

3.3 Prepare, schedule and execute tests and record outcomes

3.4 Track errors, and interpret and correct them

3.5 Make changes to the tested hardware or software based on test results

3.6 Document the hardware and software configuration according to requirements

4. Use and validate software and hardware

4.1 Provide appropriate training of client with reference to guides, instructions and vendor materials

4.2 Use hardware and software according to vendor guidelines

4.3 Validate hardware and software performance with reference to client functional requirements

Evidence of the ability to:

evaluate hardware and software that meet functional requirements

select and use the correct automating tools

develop an automating process to produce an outcome that is measurable and meets specified requirements

install, configure and document hardware and software according to vendor guidelines

validate hardware and software performance against client usage requirements.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

identify and apply batch scripting of nominated automating software routines

discuss relevant aspects of the client business domain

identify and apply vendor product directions

describe current industry accepted hardware and software products, and their features and capabilities

explain the functions and features of:

development tools, including animation development tools

development package automating options

third-party tools for automating a range of software applications

media management tools

identify interaction between relevant hardware and software products.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the general information and communications technology (ICT) industry, and include access to:

a site where automated processing may be carried out

hardware and software currently used in industry

a range of automating vendor products currently used in industry

client requirements documentation

organisational requirements.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify process requirements, ensuring they are accurate, complete, prioritised, have functionality, and reference appropriate method or media types 
Identify conflicting or overlapping requirements 
Document and validate functional requirements of the client 
Identify and validate available resources and budget 
Identify and evaluate relevant hardware and software tools with reference to functional requirements 
Identify and analyse relevant products and equipment interdependencies with reference to functional requirements and system architecture 
Identify and document appropriate tools, including their limitations for the required use and industry standards 
Select and acquire tools according to purchasing policies 
Install and configure appropriate hardware and software tools according to vendor guidelines with reference to system architecture and client functionality requirements 
Configure system architecture for optimal usage 
Prepare, schedule and execute tests and record outcomes 
Track errors, and interpret and correct them 
Make changes to the tested hardware or software based on test results 
Document the hardware and software configuration according to requirements 
Provide appropriate training of client with reference to guides, instructions and vendor materials 
Use hardware and software according to vendor guidelines 
Validate hardware and software performance with reference to client functional requirements 

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