Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

BSBITB501 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Establish and maintain a workgroup computer network

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


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Unit of Competency BSBITB501 - Establish and maintain a workgroup computer network
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish a workgroup computer network with an information technology consultant and to manage the network by keeping records, responding to problems, assisting users and providing training.It applies to individuals employed in a range of work environments who are required to apply broad knowledge of computer networks; they may be responsible for installing and maintaining the network, but they will work closely with computer professionals in all aspects of this process. In doing so, they may provide administrative support within an enterprise, or may have been delegated these responsibilities for their workgroup or organisation.No licensing, legislation or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Manage establishment of a workgroup network
  • Determine current and anticipated future network requirements with nominated person in accordance with organisational policy and budgetary constraints
  • Ensure selected network is compatible with current organisational software, hardware and work practices
  • Obtain and install equipment in accordance with organisational requirements and manufacturers’ instructions
  • Install software in accordance with organisational requirements and the manufacturers’ instructions
  • Ensure establishment of network promotes efficiency and access for users
       
Element: Manage maintenance of a workgroup network
  • Establish and maintain records to ensure control and security of hardware and software stock, in accordance with organisational policy and procedures
  • Respond to network problems and rectify minor faults in accordance with organisational requirements
  • Report major problems and consult computer experts in accordance with organisational policy and procedures
  • File and store software in accordance with organisational procedures
  • Recommend improvements for the network to appropriate personnel
       
Element: Assist and train network users
  • Provide training for staff to use the network in accordance with needs
  • Assist network users to maximise network potential
  • Examine user skills and provide access to appropriate training to improve individual and workgroup efficiency of network use
       


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. Manage establishment of a workgroup network

1.1 Determine current and anticipated future network requirements with nominated person in accordance with organisational policy and budgetary constraints

1.2 Ensure selected network is compatible with current organisational software, hardware and work practices

1.3 Obtain and install equipment in accordance with organisational requirements and manufacturers’ instructions

1.4 Install software in accordance with organisational requirements and the manufacturers’ instructions

1.5 Ensure establishment of network promotes efficiency and access for users

2. Manage maintenance of a workgroup network

2.1 Establish and maintain records to ensure control and security of hardware and software stock, in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

2.2 Respond to network problems and rectify minor faults in accordance with organisational requirements

2.3 Report major problems and consult computer experts in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

2.4 File and store software in accordance with organisational procedures

2.5 Recommend improvements for the network to appropriate personnel

3. Assist and train network users

3.1 Provide training for staff to use the network in accordance with needs

3.2 Assist network users to maximise network potential

3.3 Examine user skills and provide access to appropriate training to improve individual and workgroup efficiency of network use

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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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. Manage establishment of a workgroup network

1.1 Determine current and anticipated future network requirements with nominated person in accordance with organisational policy and budgetary constraints

1.2 Ensure selected network is compatible with current organisational software, hardware and work practices

1.3 Obtain and install equipment in accordance with organisational requirements and manufacturers’ instructions

1.4 Install software in accordance with organisational requirements and the manufacturers’ instructions

1.5 Ensure establishment of network promotes efficiency and access for users

2. Manage maintenance of a workgroup network

2.1 Establish and maintain records to ensure control and security of hardware and software stock, in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

2.2 Respond to network problems and rectify minor faults in accordance with organisational requirements

2.3 Report major problems and consult computer experts in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

2.4 File and store software in accordance with organisational procedures

2.5 Recommend improvements for the network to appropriate personnel

3. Assist and train network users

3.1 Provide training for staff to use the network in accordance with needs

3.2 Assist network users to maximise network potential

3.3 Examine user skills and provide access to appropriate training to improve individual and workgroup efficiency of network use

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
Determine current and anticipated future network requirements with nominated person in accordance with organisational policy and budgetary constraints 
Ensure selected network is compatible with current organisational software, hardware and work practices 
Obtain and install equipment in accordance with organisational requirements and manufacturers’ instructions 
Install software in accordance with organisational requirements and the manufacturers’ instructions 
Ensure establishment of network promotes efficiency and access for users 
Establish and maintain records to ensure control and security of hardware and software stock, in accordance with organisational policy and procedures 
Respond to network problems and rectify minor faults in accordance with organisational requirements 
Report major problems and consult computer experts in accordance with organisational policy and procedures 
File and store software in accordance with organisational procedures 
Recommend improvements for the network to appropriate personnel 
Provide training for staff to use the network in accordance with needs 
Assist network users to maximise network potential 
Examine user skills and provide access to appropriate training to improve individual and workgroup efficiency of network use 

Forms

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