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ICTSUS501
Implement server virtualisation for a sustainable ICT system

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install and integrate a virtual server in a network to replace multiple physical servers, reducing power requirements of individual servers and meeting sustainability targets.

It applies to individuals with a high level of specialist technical skills and knowledge in telecommunications and information and communications technology (ICT) networks using internet protocol (IP) systems.

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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Elements

Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes

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

1. Plan to implement server virtualisation

1.1 Assess extent of virtualisation to be implemented using feasibility report and organisational guidelines

1.2 Analyse existing server infrastructure use

1.3 Research and analyse alternative virtualisation scenarios, including risk analysis and relative comparisons of each consideration

1.4 Provide brief report to appropriate person of proposed preferred plan and describe resources required

1.5 Liaise with appropriate person to obtain approval for plans with any recommendations

2. Design virtual server specification

2.1 Confirm network operating system, server applications and server design with client

2.2 Determine product and vendor architecture and equipment specifications

2.3 Determine technology and resources within business requirements and budget

3. Install virtual server

3.1 Follow work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements according to plan and manufacturer’s specifications

3.2 Notify client for site access

3.3 Create detailed task list specifying stages and sequence of work required

3.4 Review hardware and software to ensure compatibility

3.5 Install required operating system, additional tools or third party software as specified in design

3.6 Patch operating system and applications to ensure maximum security and reliability

4. Integrate and test virtual server

4.1 Determine tests to ensure virtual server integration

4.2 Develop test plan, referring to resources and network impact

4.3 Run system tests according to test plan and record outcomes

4.4 Analyse error report and make changes as required

4.5 Test required changes or additions

4.6 Validate changes or additions against specifications

5. Complete work and document activities

5.1 Document installation and integration process according to organisational guidelines

5.2 Provide user documentation

5.3 Notify client and obtain sign off

Evidence of the ability to:

communicate with clients for business purposes

determine and meet client requirements for installation and testing a virtual server

install, integrate and test virtualisation components according to vendor and technical specifications.

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:

explain client business domain, business function and organisation

summarise compatibility issues and resolution procedures

describe configuration of internet protocol (IP) networks

identify current industry-accepted products

describe the process of documenting technical specifications

outline linkage between processes

discuss systems diagnostic features

summarise the following technologies:

power supply requirements and management

registered random access memory (RAM)

server design and network architecture

set up and configuration procedures

single and multiple processors

vendor specifications and requirements for software installation

virtual server functionality.

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 telecommunications – sustainability field of work and include access to:

a site and equipment on which servers can be virtualised

server virtualisation currently used in industry

relevant documentation, feasibility studies, equipment manuals and other site-related documentation.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Elements

Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes

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

1. Plan to implement server virtualisation

1.1 Assess extent of virtualisation to be implemented using feasibility report and organisational guidelines

1.2 Analyse existing server infrastructure use

1.3 Research and analyse alternative virtualisation scenarios, including risk analysis and relative comparisons of each consideration

1.4 Provide brief report to appropriate person of proposed preferred plan and describe resources required

1.5 Liaise with appropriate person to obtain approval for plans with any recommendations

2. Design virtual server specification

2.1 Confirm network operating system, server applications and server design with client

2.2 Determine product and vendor architecture and equipment specifications

2.3 Determine technology and resources within business requirements and budget

3. Install virtual server

3.1 Follow work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements according to plan and manufacturer’s specifications

3.2 Notify client for site access

3.3 Create detailed task list specifying stages and sequence of work required

3.4 Review hardware and software to ensure compatibility

3.5 Install required operating system, additional tools or third party software as specified in design

3.6 Patch operating system and applications to ensure maximum security and reliability

4. Integrate and test virtual server

4.1 Determine tests to ensure virtual server integration

4.2 Develop test plan, referring to resources and network impact

4.3 Run system tests according to test plan and record outcomes

4.4 Analyse error report and make changes as required

4.5 Test required changes or additions

4.6 Validate changes or additions against specifications

5. Complete work and document activities

5.1 Document installation and integration process according to organisational guidelines

5.2 Provide user documentation

5.3 Notify client and obtain sign off

Evidence of the ability to:

communicate with clients for business purposes

determine and meet client requirements for installation and testing a virtual server

install, integrate and test virtualisation components according to vendor and technical specifications.

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:

explain client business domain, business function and organisation

summarise compatibility issues and resolution procedures

describe configuration of internet protocol (IP) networks

identify current industry-accepted products

describe the process of documenting technical specifications

outline linkage between processes

discuss systems diagnostic features

summarise the following technologies:

power supply requirements and management

registered random access memory (RAM)

server design and network architecture

set up and configuration procedures

single and multiple processors

vendor specifications and requirements for software installation

virtual server functionality.

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 telecommunications – sustainability field of work and include access to:

a site and equipment on which servers can be virtualised

server virtualisation currently used in industry

relevant documentation, feasibility studies, equipment manuals and other site-related documentation.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

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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
Assess extent of virtualisation to be implemented using feasibility report and organisational guidelines 
Analyse existing server infrastructure use 
Research and analyse alternative virtualisation scenarios, including risk analysis and relative comparisons of each consideration 
Provide brief report to appropriate person of proposed preferred plan and describe resources required 
Liaise with appropriate person to obtain approval for plans with any recommendations 
Confirm network operating system, server applications and server design with client 
Determine product and vendor architecture and equipment specifications 
Determine technology and resources within business requirements and budget 
Follow work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements according to plan and manufacturer’s specifications 
Notify client for site access 
Create detailed task list specifying stages and sequence of work required 
Review hardware and software to ensure compatibility 
Install required operating system, additional tools or third party software as specified in design 
Patch operating system and applications to ensure maximum security and reliability 
Determine tests to ensure virtual server integration 
Develop test plan, referring to resources and network impact 
Run system tests according to test plan and record outcomes 
Analyse error report and make changes as required 
Test required changes or additions 
Validate changes or additions against specifications 
Document installation and integration process according to organisational guidelines 
Provide user documentation 
Notify client and obtain sign off 

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