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.
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Carry out system backup | 1.1 Create and review organisational backup schedule 1.2 Determine storage media and hardware for backups 1.3 Ensure backups are carried out according to the schedule 1.4 Label and store backups according to organisational standards 1.5 Maintain records of backups |
2. Restore system backup | 2.1 Determine and test restoration procedures according to organisational standards 2.2 Restore data under instruction from an appropriate person 2.3 Restore data according to organisational standards 2.4 Document and report on backup results |
3. Maintain virus protection | 3.1 Maintain and update virus protection software according to operating system in use 3.2 Carry out virus scanning and report detected viruses to appropriate person 3.3 Remove viruses and update scanning software |
4. Follow copyright procedures and record software licences where appropriate | 4.1 Identify copyright procedures for licensed software used by the organisation 4.2 Maintain records of licence number and location 4.3 Monitor operation and use of licensed software where applicable 4.4 Check personal computers and networks to ensure software compliance 4.5 Report licensing anomalies related to software to an appropriate person |
Evidence of the ability to:
protect and secure stand-alone or networked client server environments and operating systems according to system maintenance procedures
complete file backup according to organisational standards
recover, delete and archive according to backup and recovery procedure
check computers and networks for compliance with licensing 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 organisational standards regarding:
backup and recovery procedures and operations
labelling and storage of backups
describe current industry accepted hardware and software products
describe current viruses and protection methods
identify common diagnostic tools
identify inventory procedures
identify maintenance procedures
describe storage and retrieval guidelines
explain system performance
identify software copyright and General Public Licence (GPL) or copyright responsibilities.
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 systems administration and support field of work and include access to:
sites with a representative range of stand-alone and networked client server environments
antivirus software
technical records and documentation.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.