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ICTNWK505 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Design, build and test a network server

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency ICTNWK505 - Design, build and test a network server
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design, install and test a server in a complex network environment.It applies to individuals who are employed in network or systems engineering roles, such as network engineers who are required to design and build network servers in a complex computing environment of medium-to-large organisations.No licensing, legislative 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.

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 network industry, and include access to:

a site where server installation may be conducted

relevant server specifications

cabling

networked (LAN) computers

server diagnostic software

switching equipment

client requirements

wide area network (WAN) service point of presence

workstations

relevant regulatory documentation that affects installation activities.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

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: Plan and design network servers to meet business requirements
  • Consult with client and key stakeholders to identify requirements
  • Assess business problems, opportunities, scope, objectives and budget, confirming details with appropriate person
  • Analyse and document data migration requirements
  • Review requirements to identify network server specifications
  • Produce detailed documentation for the design and configuration of the network services, server applications, security and redundancy
  • Prototype design and update documentation as necessary
  • Produce installation checklists as part of the quality assurance process
  • Develop the test plan to ensure that the system meets client requirements, performance standards and quality expectations
  • Obtain client sign-off for the design report
       
Element: Prepare for network server installation
  • Prepare for work according to site specific safety requirements and enterprise workplace health and safety (WHS) processes and procedures
  • Identify safety hazards and implement risk control measures in consultation with appropriate personnel
  • Consult appropriate personnel to ensure the task is coordinated effectively with others involved at the worksite
  • Back up local data in preparation for installation
       
Element: Build and configure the servers according to design
  • Install network operating system to design specifications using installation checklists
  • Install additional tools or third-party software applications as required by the design
  • Patch the operating system and applications to ensure maximum security and reliability
  • Configure network services and applications
  • Implement security design to prevent unauthorised access to system
  • Reconnect and reconfigure connectivity devices
  • Configure update services to provide automatic updates for operating system and applications
  • Restore local data to new server
  • Implement backup and recovery methods to enable restoration capability in the event of a disaster
       
Element: Test and reconfigure network servers
  • Test server for benchmarking against client specification and requirements according to test plan, and record outcomes
  • Analyse the error report and make changes as required
  • Use troubleshooting tools and techniques to diagnose and correct server problems
  • Test required changes or additions
  • Validate changes or additions against specifications
       
Element: Complete and document network design and installation
  • Make and document server configuration and operational changes
  • Complete client report and notify of server status
  • Clean up and restore worksite to client’s satisfaction
  • Secure sign-off from appropriate person
       


Evidence Required

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. Plan and design network servers to meet business requirements

1.1 Consult with client and key stakeholders to identify requirements

1.2 Assess business problems, opportunities, scope, objectives and budget, confirming details with appropriate person

1.3 Analyse and document data migration requirements

1.4 Review requirements to identify network server specifications

1.5 Produce detailed documentation for the design and configuration of the network services, server applications, security and redundancy

1.6 Prototype design and update documentation as necessary

1.7 Produce installation checklists as part of the quality assurance process

1.8 Develop the test plan to ensure that the system meets client requirements, performance standards and quality expectations

1.9 Obtain client sign-off for the design report

2. Prepare for network server installation

2.1 Prepare for work according to site specific safety requirements and enterprise workplace health and safety (WHS) processes and procedures

2.2 Identify safety hazards and implement risk control measures in consultation with appropriate personnel

2.3 Consult appropriate personnel to ensure the task is coordinated effectively with others involved at the worksite

2.4 Back up local data in preparation for installation

3. Build and configure the servers according to design

3.1 Install network operating system to design specifications using installation checklists

3.2 Install additional tools or third-party software applications as required by the design

3.3 Patch the operating system and applications to ensure maximum security and reliability

3.4 Configure network services and applications

3.5 Implement security design to prevent unauthorised access to system

3.6 Reconnect and reconfigure connectivity devices

3.7 Configure update services to provide automatic updates for operating system and applications

3.8 Restore local data to new server

3.9 Implement backup and recovery methods to enable restoration capability in the event of a disaster

4. Test and reconfigure network servers

4.1 Test server for benchmarking against client specification and requirements according to test plan, and record outcomes

4.2 Analyse the error report and make changes as required

4.3 Use troubleshooting tools and techniques to diagnose and correct server problems

4.4 Test required changes or additions

4.5 Validate changes or additions against specifications

5. Complete and document network design and installation

5.1 Make and document server configuration and operational changes

5.2 Complete client report and notify of server status

5.3 Clean up and restore worksite to client’s satisfaction

5.4 Secure sign-off from appropriate person

Evidence of the ability to:

produce a design report for a server (or servers) with complex user and network service requirements

install and configure the server according to the produced design

monitor and test the server

troubleshoot server and network failures

configure a wide range of server network and security services, including:

domain name system (DNS)

dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP)

web and proxy mail

file transfer protocol (FTP)

firewall.

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 key features of current network operating systems (NOS)

identify and describe current server applications compatibility issues and resolution procedures

discuss network service configuration, including:

domain name system (DNS)

dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP)

file transfer protocol (FTP)

mail

network time protocol (NTP)

proxy

server messages block (SMB)

web

describe common network service management, including:

start

stop

restart

start on boot

identify and describe network service security features, including server firewall configuration

identify and summarise troubleshooting tools and techniques, including network diagnostic utilities

describe common operating system installation and operation issues, including:

installation media:

CD

DVD

universal serial bus (USB)

boot disk

network and script (automated install)

deployment services

boot process and diagnosing boot failures

operating system rescue environment

operating system help and support utilities

performance monitoring tools and tuning options

compatibility issues and resolution procedures

high availability options for servers

file and print management

describe data security and storage measures required on a networked server, including:

user authentication and directory services

best practice procedures for implementing backup and recovery

error and event logging and reporting

storage options, including file systems and disk partitioning schemes

describe the process of managing a project, including:

documentation skills required for networks

process or task management

task scheduling utilities.


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

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Plan and design network servers to meet business requirements

1.1 Consult with client and key stakeholders to identify requirements

1.2 Assess business problems, opportunities, scope, objectives and budget, confirming details with appropriate person

1.3 Analyse and document data migration requirements

1.4 Review requirements to identify network server specifications

1.5 Produce detailed documentation for the design and configuration of the network services, server applications, security and redundancy

1.6 Prototype design and update documentation as necessary

1.7 Produce installation checklists as part of the quality assurance process

1.8 Develop the test plan to ensure that the system meets client requirements, performance standards and quality expectations

1.9 Obtain client sign-off for the design report

2. Prepare for network server installation

2.1 Prepare for work according to site specific safety requirements and enterprise workplace health and safety (WHS) processes and procedures

2.2 Identify safety hazards and implement risk control measures in consultation with appropriate personnel

2.3 Consult appropriate personnel to ensure the task is coordinated effectively with others involved at the worksite

2.4 Back up local data in preparation for installation

3. Build and configure the servers according to design

3.1 Install network operating system to design specifications using installation checklists

3.2 Install additional tools or third-party software applications as required by the design

3.3 Patch the operating system and applications to ensure maximum security and reliability

3.4 Configure network services and applications

3.5 Implement security design to prevent unauthorised access to system

3.6 Reconnect and reconfigure connectivity devices

3.7 Configure update services to provide automatic updates for operating system and applications

3.8 Restore local data to new server

3.9 Implement backup and recovery methods to enable restoration capability in the event of a disaster

4. Test and reconfigure network servers

4.1 Test server for benchmarking against client specification and requirements according to test plan, and record outcomes

4.2 Analyse the error report and make changes as required

4.3 Use troubleshooting tools and techniques to diagnose and correct server problems

4.4 Test required changes or additions

4.5 Validate changes or additions against specifications

5. Complete and document network design and installation

5.1 Make and document server configuration and operational changes

5.2 Complete client report and notify of server status

5.3 Clean up and restore worksite to client’s satisfaction

5.4 Secure sign-off from appropriate person

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
Consult with client and key stakeholders to identify requirements 
Assess business problems, opportunities, scope, objectives and budget, confirming details with appropriate person 
Analyse and document data migration requirements 
Review requirements to identify network server specifications 
Produce detailed documentation for the design and configuration of the network services, server applications, security and redundancy 
Prototype design and update documentation as necessary 
Produce installation checklists as part of the quality assurance process 
Develop the test plan to ensure that the system meets client requirements, performance standards and quality expectations 
Obtain client sign-off for the design report 
Prepare for work according to site specific safety requirements and enterprise workplace health and safety (WHS) processes and procedures 
Identify safety hazards and implement risk control measures in consultation with appropriate personnel 
Consult appropriate personnel to ensure the task is coordinated effectively with others involved at the worksite 
Back up local data in preparation for installation 
Install network operating system to design specifications using installation checklists 
Install additional tools or third-party software applications as required by the design 
Patch the operating system and applications to ensure maximum security and reliability 
Configure network services and applications 
Implement security design to prevent unauthorised access to system 
Reconnect and reconfigure connectivity devices 
Configure update services to provide automatic updates for operating system and applications 
Restore local data to new server 
Implement backup and recovery methods to enable restoration capability in the event of a disaster 
Test server for benchmarking against client specification and requirements according to test plan, and record outcomes 
Analyse the error report and make changes as required 
Use troubleshooting tools and techniques to diagnose and correct server problems 
Test required changes or additions 
Validate changes or additions against specifications 
Make and document server configuration and operational changes 
Complete client report and notify of server status 
Clean up and restore worksite to client’s satisfaction 
Secure sign-off from appropriate person 

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