Course Title: Deploy software to networked computers
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2014
Course Code: COSC6098C
Course Title: Deploy software to networked computers
School: 155T Vocational Health and Sciences
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4299 - Certificate IV in Information Technology Networking
Course Contact: Geoff Moss
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4852
Course Contact Email: geoff.moss@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 40
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
Nil
Course Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan, manage and support the installation of new or upgraded software to networked computers according to vendor and organisation specifications.
The course deploys networked software for a Windows domain. WDS (Windows Deployment Service) is implemented, package deployment through group policy.
Topics include
• WDS (Windows Deployment Service)
• Windows 2008 server
• Package deployment using group policy
• Commercial antivirus software and its deployment in a Windows domain
• FOG is a Linux-based, free and open source computer imaging solution
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
ICANWK411A Deploy software to networked computers |
Element: |
Automate install of operating system via network |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Plan and deploy operating system according to appropriate vendor installation procedures with minimal disruption to network and clients |
Element: |
Automate installation of software packages via network |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Plan and deploy software packages according to appropriate vendor installation procedures with minimal disruption to network and clients |
Element: |
Determine operating system and software and hardware requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Assess client software and licensing requirements, considering compatibility with existing application software and operating system |
Element: |
Obtain deployment software to automate deployment |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Evaluate deployment software according to client requirements and organisational guidelines |
Element: |
Test and sign off |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Test installed operating system and software for error-free performance, identifying and resolving problems |
Learning Outcomes
Ability to plan, manage and support software to networked computers.
Details of Learning Activities
A range of learning activities are planned for this course including self-paced and collaborative classroom based activities.
The collaborative classroom based activities will include theory sessions, practical lab sessions, tutorial sessions, and out-of-class research and homework.
We expect you to participate and contribute in all scheduled learning activities.
Teaching Schedule
The nominal hours associated with this are a guide only and represent the total teaching time and student effort required to successfully complete the course. This may include not only scheduled classes but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Week Commencing Topics
Week 1-8 Operating systems practise and theory. Basic networking
Week 8-12 Installing and licensing Domain Controller and client
Week 13-15 Installing Kaspersky for networked computers management
Week15-18 Microsoft WDS deployment for network OS installation
Week 19 Microsoft package deployment using group policy
Week 20-21 FOG
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
www.rmit.edu.au/teaching/technology/blackboard
Overview of Assessment
Students must demonstrate an understanding of all elements of competency to be deemed competent. Skill based assessment.
A range of assessment methods are used to assess practical skills and knowledge, for example
• direct questioning combined with a review of portfolios of evidence
• review of authenticated documents from the workplace or training environment
• demonstration of techniques
Assessment Tasks
You are required to complete all assessments. You must successfully complete all assessments to be deemed competent in this unit.
Assessment 1: Prac Server 1
Assessment 2: Prac Deploy Software 1
Assessment 3: Prac Deploy Software 2
Assessment 4: Prac Client Server 3
Assessment Matrix
Other Information
Marking Guide (competency):
Vocational Education and Training (VET) is based on current industry needs and the focus on preparing you for the workplace. Because VET courses are informed by practical application of knowledge and skills, they are based on a system known as ‘competency based training’ (CBT).
So when you are assessed in VET it is about whether you are competent to do the job, as well as having a firm grasp on the knowledge and skills required to do that job, as opposed to traditional curriculum based education settings that are often based on knowledge retention.
You need to demonstrate you are competent in each element of the unit of competency you are studying.
You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you whether you are competent or not and how well you are performing. Once competent in all elements of the unit you receive a competency grading.
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