Course Title: Integrate multiple computer operating systems on a client server local area network

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2015

Course Code: COSC6151C

Course Title: Integrate multiple computer operating systems on a client server local area network

School: 130T Vocational Engineering

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6121 - Advanced Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering

Course Contact: Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468

Course Contact Email: engineering-tafe@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Luke Eberbach
Phone: 99254381
Email: luke.eberbach@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 80

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

UEENEEE101A

Course Description

This competency standard unit covers interconnecting computers to form a local area network (LAN). It encompasses applying different computer and network operating systems on a single LAN, using network standards and protocols, selecting network topology and physical media, disaster planning recovery, performance management and documentation of work activities.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	UEENEED124A Integrate multiple computer operating systems on a client server local area network
Element:	1 Prepare to install multiple operating systems on computers and a client server network.
Performance Criteria:	1.1 OHS processes and procedures for a given work area are obtained and understood. 1.2 Established OHS risk control measures and procedures in preparation for the work are followed. 1.3 Operating systems, devices, software and services required are determined from network performance specifications and in consultations with persons of higher authority. 1.4 Network security policy is reviewed in network performance specifications and in consultation with person(s) of higher authority. 1.5 Activities are planned to meet scheduled timelines in consultation with others involved on the work. 1.6 Appropriate persons are consulted to ensure the work is co-ordinated effectively with others involved or affected by the work.
Element:	2 Install and configure computer and network operating systems.
Performance Criteria:	2.1 OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed. 2.2 Knowledge of computer and network operations and network infrastructure are applied to installing and configuring operating systems and software on computers and client server. 2.3 Network protocols are installed and configured to integrate computers using different operating systems in compliance with industry standards and variants as specified for the network. 2.4 Security measures of the network are implemented in compliance with security policy, industry standards and requirements specified for the network. 2.5 Disaster recovery plan is tested for absolute effectiveness and compliance with enterprise security policy. 2.6 Methods for dealing with unexpected situations are selected on the basis of safety and specified work outcomes.
Element:	3 Monitor and optimise computer and network performance.
Performance Criteria:	3.1 OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed. 3.2 Network is monitored and common methods are implemented to optimise system performance. 3.3 Common computer and server malfunctions are identified and rectified using logical techniques and known solutions. 3.4 Computer and server operating system incremental updates and security patches are installed as soon as they are available. 3.5 Methods for dealing with unexpected situations are selected on the basis of safety and specified work outcomes. 3.6 On-going checks of the quality of work outcomes are undertaken in accordance with job specification, technical standards, enterprise policy and/or regulatory requirements. 3.7 Work is carried out efficiently without unnecessary waste of materials or damage to apparatus and the surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy practices.
Element:	4. Report integration and outcome of network monitoring activities.
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Written justification is made for solutions used to rectify malfunctions and appropriate person/s notified in accordance with established procedures. 4.2 Computer and network installation and monitoring records are maintained in accordance with established procedures.

Learning Outcomes

Details of Learning Activities

Cluster Information:

This course is delivered in a cluster (Linux Servers) in conjunction with UEENEED113A (COSC6147C). You must enrol in these two courses delivered in this cluster. All the learning and assessment activities will include the components of all competencies UEENEED113A, and UEENEED124A. Please refer to the course guide Part B for course UEENEED113A (COSC6147C) for the learning activities and Engineers Australia Mapping Information. 

Teaching Schedule

As this course is delivered in cluster, please refer to the course guide Part B for course UEENEED113A (COSC6147C) for the proposed teaching schedule.

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

As this course is delivered in cluster, please refer to the course guide Part B for course UEENEED113A (COSC6147C) for the information about learning resources.

Overview of Assessment

The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks section of Course Guide Part B.

Assessment Tasks

As this course is delivered in cluster, please refer to the course guide Part B for course UEENEED113A (COSC6147C) for assessments tasks.
 

Assessment Matrix

As this course is delivered in cluster, please refer to the course guide Part B for course UEENEED113A (COSC6147C) for assessments matrix.

Other Information

 

Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):

You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:
• Relevant
• Current
• Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit  to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.
 

Study and Learning Support:

Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you. Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:

- Assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- Maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support

Disability Liaison Unit:

If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Disability Liaison Unit to seek advice and support to complete your studies.

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/disability to find more information about services offered by Disability Liaison Unit

Late Submission:

If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgement as to whether the extension has been granted.

If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.

Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.

Special Consideration:

Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration

Plagiarism:

Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.

Please Refer: http://www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.

Email Communication:

All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.
 

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