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ASSESSMENT TASK -
Student name:Assessor/Teacher name: / Walters
Assessment task title: / Install Ubuntu as a dual boot OS
Concept: / Installation and customisation of computing systems
Key learning ideas: / Install a new OS with minimal disruption of staff. Provide documentation to support staff
Date handed out: / 8/2/10
Due date: / 12/3/10
Training Package:
(code & name) / ICA05 – Information & Communication Technology
Qualification:
(code & name) / ICA20105 – Certificate II in Information Technology
UNITS OF COMPETENCY BEING ASSESSED:
CODE / UNIT / HSC REQUIREMENTS(Part B of Syllabus)
ICAI3020A / Install and Optimise Operating System Software / An understanding of virtual memory and the circumstances in which it is used.
A definition of: technical specification, system requirements
ICAT3025A / Run Standard Diagnostic Tests / use diagnostic tools to test operating system software
ICAD3218A / Create User Documentation / An basic understanding of company/organisation:
· system security guidelines
· preventative maintenance and diagnostic policy
· hardware maintenance procedures
· diagnostic procedures
ICAU2231A / Use Computer Operating System / A detailed knowledge of the system’s current functionality.
ICAS3031A / Provide Advice to Clients / Recognition of the value of client evaluation/ feedback to the company/organisation.
questioning technique -open, closed and/or reflective - avoid bias/leading questions
STUDENT CHECKLIST:
Please tick
YES / NOI understand the purpose of this Assessment Task
I have been provided with information on RPL
I have been provided with information on the Appeals system
I have notified the assessor of any special needs to be considered during this Assessment Task
I can perform the task described (refer to performance criteria)
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Student Signature: ______Date______
ASSESSMENT TASK
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Task Title / Install Ubuntu as a dual boot OSDate Handed Out / 8/2/10
Assessment Due Date / 12/3/10
Methods of Assessment
(e.g. Report, Demonstration, Project) / Report, Demonstration, Hard drive
Time / 4 weeks
Tools & Equipment / Removal Drive, Internet, CD drive, Ubuntu 8.10 software
OH&S Requirements / PC workstation setup according to OH&S requirements
Task Description and Instructions to Students
You are the technician at a small accounting firm. The staff have asked you to install Ubuntu on some of their computers. They do not perform, and do not know how to perform preventative maintenance on their computers. You are to do this for them and provide training manual on how to perform these tasks.
For future reference, you are to document the whole process including screenshots as a training guide for future installations. This document will have five parts:
1. An installation plan/timeline.
2. An instructional manual that outlines the installation process for future technicians who may be asked to repeat your task.
3. An instruction manual so that all staff can perform preventative maintenance on their own hard drive.
4. A user guide for clients, outlining the major features of the Linux based operating system.
5. Client satisfaction feedback form.
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Qualification and code
Observation Checklist of Practical Work Date: ______
Assessor NameAssessment Task
Units of Competency
*The assessor is to indicate ‘Y’ or ‘N’ in the column next to each skill demonstrated in the student’s work. Individual student feedback to be noted on assessment task.
During the demonstration of skills, did the candidate: / Student Names
Install Ubuntu 7.0 and Windows XP as dual boot.
Update all Windows essential components.
Update antivirus software
Adjust the amount of virtual memory available
Perform a disc cleanup
Perform a defragmentation
Backup system files
Backup document files
Set up staff user with a limited account
Scan for viruses
Report any viruses
The candidate’s overall performance was satisfactory (S) / not satisfactory (N/S)
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Qualification and code
Assessor Name / Assessment Task / Units of Competency*The assessor is to indicate ‘Y’ or ‘N’ in the column next to each skill demonstrated in the student’s work. Individual student feedback to be noted on assessment task.
The contents of the written task provided satisfactory evidence of: / Student Names
An installation plan/timeline.
An instructional manual that outlines the installation process for future technicians who may be asked to repeat your task.
An instruction manual so that all staff can perform preventative maintenance on their own hard drive.
A user guide for clients, outlining the major features of the Linux based operating system.
Client satisfaction feedback form.
The candidate’s overall performance was satisfactory (S) / not satisfactory (NS)
Written Tasks Checklist Date: ______
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UNITS, ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA BEING ASSESSED
Competency
/C
/NYC
ICAI3020A – Install and Optimise Operating System Software1 Determine function of operating systems
1.4 Identify and demonstrate management of virtual memory
2 Obtain operating system
2.1 Contact operating system vendors to obtain technical specifications and system requirements
2.2 Document adjustment recommendations and provide to appropriate person
3 Install, configure and optimise operating system
3.1 Install, configure and test the operating system software in accordance with installation procedures and organisational requirements
3.2 Optimise the system to meet organisational requirements
3.3 Document the system according to organisational requirements
3.4 Install the operating system with minimal disruption to client or users
4 Provide instruction to meet new software requirements
4.1 Provide one-to-one instruction about changes to the client or users as required
4.2 Obtain client evaluation about new system to ensure requirements are met,
using appropriate feedback mechanism
ICAT3025A – Run Standard Diagnostic Tests
1 Operate systems diagnostics
1.1 Run the system diagnostic program according to specification
1.2 Modify the system configuration as indicated by the diagnostic program
1.3 Carry out preventative maintenance in line with organisational guidelines
2 Scan system for viruses
2.1 Scan the system to check and maintain virus protection
2.2 Report identified viruses to an appropriate person
2.3 Remove virus infections found by the scan using software tools and/or procedures or by restoring back-ups
2.4 Document relevant symptom and removal information
ICAD3218A – Create User Documentation
1 Determine documentation standards and requirements
1.1 Determine documentation requirements determine appropriate application to user documentation
1.2 Investigate documentation and industry standards for requirements and
1.3 Design documentation templates using appropriate software and obtain approval from appropriate person
1 Produce user documentation
2.1 Conduct a review of the subject system, program, network or application in order to understand its functionality
2.2 Gather existing technical, design or user specifications and supporting documentation
2.3 Create user documentation based on template to record the operation of the subject system, program, network or application
3 Review and obtain sign-off
3.2 Gather and analyse feedback
ICAU2231A – Use Computer Operating System
2 Support input and output devices
4.2 Install drivers as appropriate and check functionality
ICAS3031A – Provide Advice to Clients
2 Provide advice on software, hardware or network
2.2 Investigate and document a solution
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ASSESSOR FEEDBACK AND
STUDENT COMMENT FORM
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ASSESSOR FEEDBACK FOR FUTURE ACTION
Gaps in Performance:Strategies for further improvements:
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