Course Title: Design, build and test network servers

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2022

Course Code: ISYS7591C

Course Title: Design, build and test network servers

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities. 

To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption. 

Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209

Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus 


Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance. 

School: 520T Future Technologies

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4410 - Certificate IV in Information Technology

Course Contact: Luke Eberbach

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4381

Course Contact Email: Luke.Eberbach@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Nominal Hours: 50

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

none

Course Description

In this course it will enable you to describes the skills and knowledge required to design, install and test servers in complex network environments.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

ICTNWK540 Design, build and test network servers

Element:

1. Plan and design network servers

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Identify network server performance and data migration specifications according to organisational requirements 1.2 Design and document configuration of network services and server applications according to organisational requirements 1.3 Prototype design and update documentation 1.4 Develop test plan and confirm alignment according to organisational requirements 1.5 Submit documented plan and obtain sign of from required personnel

Element:

2. Prepare for network server installation

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Identify safety hazards and implement risk control measures according to network design specifications 2.2 Determine network and user disruptions and communicate to required personnel 2.3 Back up local data according to network design specifications

Element:

3. Build and configure servers

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Install network operating system according to design specifications 3.2 Install additional tools and required third-party software applications according to network server requirements 3.3 Implement security design and patch operating system and application according to network design specifications 3.4 Configure network services, restore local data and provide automatic updates according to network design specifications 3.5 Implement security design to prevent unauthorised access to system according to network design specifications 3.6 Reconnect and reconfigure connectivity devices according to network server requirements 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 and enable restoration capability in the event of a disaster

Element:

4. Test and reconfigure network servers

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Test server and benchmark against network design specifications and document outcomes 4.2 Identify and remediate identified server operating issues according to network design specifications 4.3 Test and validate changes and additions against organisational requirements

Element:

5. Complete and document network design and installation process

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Document server configuration, server status and operational changes 5.2 Complete required documentation report and notification of server status 5.3 Clean up and restore worksite according to organisational requirements


Learning Outcomes


 On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements


Details of Learning Activities

You will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for the competency (ICTNWK540). Learning activities will incorporate

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Individual work on assignments, practical labs and knowledge based assessments.

Elements and Performance Criteria of ICTNWK540 (ISYS7591C)

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

1.1 Identify network server performance and data migration specifications according to organisational requirements

1.2 Design and document configuration of network services and server applications according to organisational requirements

1.3 Prototype design and update documentation

1.4 Develop test plan and confirm alignment according to organisational requirements

1.5 Submit documented plan and obtain sign of from required personnel

2. Prepare for network server installation

2.1 Identify safety hazards and implement risk control measures according to network design specifications

2.2 Determine network and user disruptions and communicate to required personnel

2.3 Back up local data according to network design specifications

3. Build and configure servers

3.1 Install network operating system according to design specifications

3.2 Install additional tools and required third-party software applications according to network server requirements

3.3 Implement security design and patch operating system and application according to network design specifications

3.4 Configure network services, restore local data and provide automatic updates according to network design specifications

3.5 Implement security design to prevent unauthorised access to system according to network design specifications

3.6 Reconnect and reconfigure connectivity devices according to network server requirements

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 and enable restoration capability in the event of a disaster

4. Test and reconfigure network servers

4.1 Test server and benchmark against network design specifications and document outcomes

4.2 Identify and remediate identified server operating issues according to network design specifications

4.3 Test and validate changes and additions against organisational requirements

5. Complete and document network design and installation process

5.1 Document server configuration, server status and operational changes

5.2 Complete required documentation report and notification of server status

5.3 Clean up and restore worksite according to organisational requirements

 


Teaching Schedule

The proposed teaching schedule for ICTNWK540 is detailed below: 

Week

Topics/Discussions

Assessments

1

Introduction to Servers and Virtualization

 

2

 

Lab 1:Installation of Windows Server 2019 and Windows 10 Operating system using Oracle VM Virtual Box

 

3

Introduction to Active Directory and DNS

Lab 2:Installing and Configuring Active Directory, DNS Server on Windows Server 2019

 

4

Lab 3: Install and Configure DHCP, IIS, Web Server and FTP on Windows Server 2019

 

 

5

Introduction to Windows Deployment Services (WDS)

Lab 4: Install and Configure Windows Deployment Services (WDS)

Assessment 1 - Practical Assessment Released

6

WHS analysis

Lab 5: Windows Server Security, Back up & Restore

Assessment 2 Knowledge Assessment Part 1 Released

7

Working with Linux GUI and Command Prompt

Lab 6: Installation of Linux Mint on Oracle VM Virtual Box

Assessment 2 Knowledge Assessment Part 1 Due

8

Linux Firewall

Lab 7: Linux Mint UFW Firewall

 

9

Network Time Protocol & SMB

Lab 8: NTP and SAMBA server on Linux Mint

 

10

Assessment Review and Revision

 

11

Performance Monitoring, Testing and Benchmarking

Lab 9  - Testing and Benchmarking

Lab 10 - Create your own testing criteria

 

12

Troubleshooting and Error Reports

Lab 11: Understanding errors on Windows Server

Assessment 2 Knowledge Assessment Part 2 Released

13

Server Rescue, Help and support utilities, General Maintenance

Assessment 2 Knowledge Assessment Part 2 Due

14

Client Reports, Technical Documentation & Benchmarking

 

15

Work on Assessment 1 - Practical Assessment

Assessment 1 - Practical Assessment Due

16

Assessment 1 - Practical Assessment Feedback

 

17

Re-submission of Assessments (If applicable)

 

18

Re-submission of Assessments (If applicable)

 

 

 

*Please note this timeline is subject to change.

Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignments, individual student/teacher course-related consultation. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities for the scheduled non-teaching hours. 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

None


Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights to your written tasks. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.


Assessment Tasks

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:

 

Assessment Task 1: Practical Assessment

Assessment Task 2: Knowledge Assessment

 

You must be competent in all elements to successfully complete the course.


Assessment Matrix

Assessment Mapping Matrix for ICTNWK40 (ISYS7591C):

These tasks assess the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Element/Performance Criteria Covered 

 Assessment 1

  Assessment 2

1.1 

X

 

1.2

X

 

1.3

X

X

1.4

X

 

1.5

X

 

2.1

X

 

2.2

X

 

2.3

X

X

3.1

X

 

3.2

X

 

3.3

X

 

3.4

X

 

3.5

X

 

3.6

X

 

3.7

X

 

3.8

X

 

3.9

X

 

4.1

X

 

4.2

X

 

4.3

X

 

5.1

X

 

5.2

X

 

5.3

X

 

 

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 

Equitable Learning Services (ELS):

If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).

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 lodgment 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: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism. 

Other Information: 

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

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