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Evidence Guide: ICAS1193B - Connect a workstation to the internet

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ICAS1193B - Connect a workstation to the internet

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Determine requirements of internet connection

  1. Determine the purpose and intended use for the internetconnection
  2. Determine and decide on the type of internetconnection needed to fulfil businessrequirements
Determine the purpose and intended use for the internetconnection

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Determine and decide on the type of internetconnection needed to fulfil businessrequirements

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Create account with internet service provider (ISP)

  1. Compare and analyse different internet service provider features
  2. Choose the most appropriate internet service provider based on business requirements and create an account
  3. Configure the internet connection on the computer using the relevant software
Compare and analyse different internet service provider features

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Choose the most appropriate internet service provider based on business requirements and create an account

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Configure the internet connection on the computer using the relevant software

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Make and test ISP connection

  1. Select the modem or other connection device based on business requirements
  2. Install and test the modem or connectiondevice in accordance with vendor instructions and operating system
Select the modem or other connection device based on business requirements

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Install and test the modem or connectiondevice in accordance with vendor instructions and operating system

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Load browser software

  1. Select and install internet browser software with consideration to the operating environment
  2. Configure internet browser software as required by operating system and personal preference
Select and install internet browser software with consideration to the operating environment

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Configure internet browser software as required by operating system and personal preference

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Connect workstation to the internet

  1. Connect workstation to the internet through the existing internet connection and confirm functionality
  2. Launch internet browser software to enable access to the internet and confirm functionality
Connect workstation to the internet through the existing internet connection and confirm functionality

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Launch internet browser software to enable access to the internet and confirm functionality

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential:

Assessment must confirm the ability to connect a workstation to the internet.

To demonstrate competency in this unit the learner will require access to:

Personal computer

Internet connection

Modem or other connectivity device

Context of and specific resources for assessment

The breadth, depth and complexity of knowledge and skills in this competency would prepare a person to perform a defined range of activities many of which may be routine and predictable.

Assessment must ensure:

Applications may include a variety of employment related skills including preparatory access and participation skills, broad-based induction skills and/or specific workplace skills. They may also include participation in a team or work group.

Method of assessment

The purpose of this unit is to define the standard of performance to be achieved in the workplace. In undertaking training and assessment activities related to this unit, consideration should be given to the implementation of appropriate diversity and accessibility practices in order to accommodate people who may have special needs. Additional guidance on these and related matters is provided in ICA05 Section 1.

Competency in this unit should be assessed using summative assessment to ensure consistency of performance in a range of contexts. This unit can be assessed either in the workplace or in a simulated environment. However, simulated activities must closely reflect the workplace to enable full demonstration of competency.

Assessment will usually include observation of real or simulated work processes and procedures and/or performance in a project context as well as questioning on underpinning knowledge and skills. The questioning of team members, supervisors, subordinates, peers and clients where appropriate may provide valuable input to the assessment process. The interdependence of units for assessment purposes may vary with the particular project or scenario.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

ICAT1206B Check site security

ICAU1128B Operate a personal computer

ICAU1133C Send and retrieve information using web browsers and email

ICAU1204C Locate and use relevant on-line information

ICAU1213C Conduct on-line transactions

An individual demonstrating this competency would be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge by recall in a narrow range of areas

Demonstrate basic practical skills, such as the use of relevant tools

Perform a sequence of routine tasks given clear direction

Receive and pass on messages and information

Maintain knowledge of industry products and services

Required Skills and Knowledge

Required skills

Operating a personal computer

Keyboarding skills

Mouse operation

Required knowledge

The range of internet service providers (ISPs) and the varying plans, technologies and services they offer

The range of different internet connections available, including strengths and weaknesses of these options

Current browser software

The operation of the world wide web, web pages and directories

FTP connections

Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Internet connection may include:

dial-up

cable

ISDN

broadband

satellite

Businessrequirements may include:

speed of access

money available

technical support required

other specific internet needs

Features may be in relation to:

cost

connectivity

services

connection type

support

Workstation may include:

personal computers

networked computers

laptops

Software may include but is not limited to:

commercial

in-house

packaged or customised software

Connection device may include but is not limited to:

ADSL modem

cable modem

ISDN

Vendorinstructions may include:

user manual

written instructions from meetings

verbal request

help desk

Operatingsystem may include but is not limited to:

Linux 7.0 or above

Windows 2000 or above

Apple OS X or above

Internet browser software may include but is not limited to:

Netscape Navigator

Internet Explorer

Mozilla

Opera

Galleon

Phoenix

Konqueror

Lynx

Internet

An interconnected system of networks that connects computers around the world via TCP/IP or FTP protocols