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ICTWEB405
Monitor traffic and compile website traffic reports

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor website traffic and to compile traffic reports as specified.

It applies to individuals who are required to maintain websites.

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. Select web traffic monitoring tools

1.1 Identify and analyse the available site-analysis software, according to organisational requirements, and the website architecture

1.2 Choose and install the most suitable site-analysis software or internet service provider, according to the vendor requirements

1.3 Identify the required report options, according to organisational requirements and the website architecture

1.4 Develop a traffic monitoring program

2. Monitor web traffic

2.1 Specify the required traffic reports, according to information requirements

2.2 Generate the required traffic reports

2.3 Analyse the reports, to identify improvements to the server and to site performance

2.4 Apply forecasting methodologies to predict traffic peaks

3. Make recommendations for improvements

3.1 Recommend any changes in hardware and software

3.2 Implement the changes, as directed

3.3 Continue the traffic monitoring program, as required

Evidence of the ability to:

select and install the site-analysis software, or an internet service provider (ISP)

monitor website traffic

generate and analyse traffic reports

recommend and implement changes, as required.

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:

describe the problems and challenges that arise with an organisation web site related to:

data queues and bottlenecks

website security

website copyright and intellectual property requirements

identify and describe legislation, regulations, and the codes of practice as they relate to monitoring website traffic, including:

codes of ethics

privacy

describe the process of monitoring website traffic, including:

functionality of network device drivers

functionality of network operating systems

queuing systems

website architecture

workload metrics

server design and functionality

outline the features and functionality of commercially available:

log file analysis software

traffic tracking software

network device drivers

network operating systems

queuing systems.

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 website technologies field of work, and include access to:

analysis software

the e-business website

a web server

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. Select web traffic monitoring tools

1.1 Identify and analyse the available site-analysis software, according to organisational requirements, and the website architecture

1.2 Choose and install the most suitable site-analysis software or internet service provider, according to the vendor requirements

1.3 Identify the required report options, according to organisational requirements and the website architecture

1.4 Develop a traffic monitoring program

2. Monitor web traffic

2.1 Specify the required traffic reports, according to information requirements

2.2 Generate the required traffic reports

2.3 Analyse the reports, to identify improvements to the server and to site performance

2.4 Apply forecasting methodologies to predict traffic peaks

3. Make recommendations for improvements

3.1 Recommend any changes in hardware and software

3.2 Implement the changes, as directed

3.3 Continue the traffic monitoring program, as required

Evidence of the ability to:

select and install the site-analysis software, or an internet service provider (ISP)

monitor website traffic

generate and analyse traffic reports

recommend and implement changes, as required.

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:

describe the problems and challenges that arise with an organisation web site related to:

data queues and bottlenecks

website security

website copyright and intellectual property requirements

identify and describe legislation, regulations, and the codes of practice as they relate to monitoring website traffic, including:

codes of ethics

privacy

describe the process of monitoring website traffic, including:

functionality of network device drivers

functionality of network operating systems

queuing systems

website architecture

workload metrics

server design and functionality

outline the features and functionality of commercially available:

log file analysis software

traffic tracking software

network device drivers

network operating systems

queuing systems.

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 website technologies field of work, and include access to:

analysis software

the e-business website

a web server

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 and analyse the available site-analysis software, according to organisational requirements, and the website architecture 
Choose and install the most suitable site-analysis software or internet service provider, according to the vendor requirements 
Identify the required report options, according to organisational requirements and the website architecture 
Develop a traffic monitoring program 
Specify the required traffic reports, according to information requirements 
Generate the required traffic reports 
Analyse the reports, to identify improvements to the server and to site performance 
Apply forecasting methodologies to predict traffic peaks 
Recommend any changes in hardware and software 
Implement the changes, as directed 
Continue the traffic monitoring program, as required 

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