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

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2010

Course Code: ISYS5677C

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

School: 130T Vocational Engineering

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5227 - Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering

Course Contact: George Listopad

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99254441

Course Contact Email: george.listopad@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Sanket Kakkad - sanket.kakkad@rmit.edu.au +61 3 9925 4381

Nominal Hours: 80

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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

Nil.

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:

UEENEED024B Integrate multiple computer operating systems on a client server 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

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.
Note:
It ia a pre-curser to the "Network Services" cluster, to be undertaken in first year of the Program.


Teaching Schedule

• Introduction and OH&S Issues.
• Installing and Configuring Servers and Server Roles.
• Configuring and Verifying a DNS solution.
• Configuring a WINS infrastructure.
• Configuring and Troubleshooting DHCP
• Configuring an ISATAP Router
• Configuring and Managing Network Access
• Configuring and Managing Network Policy Server
• Configuring NAP for DHCP and VPN
• Configuring IPSec NAP Enforcement
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting IPSec
• Configuring DFS
• Configuring and Managing Storage Technologies
• Configuring Availability of Network Resources
• Configuring Server Security Compliance
• Mock Practical Test
• Simulated Microsoft Exam 70-642


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References

Microsoft Exam 70-642, Windows Server 2008 Infrastructure, Self Paced Training Kit


Other Resources


Overview of Assessment

Laboratory Exercises
Laboratory Test
Simulated Microsoft Exam


Assessment Tasks

Lab Journal - 10%



Laboratory:

Practical Test I - 25 %

Practical Test II - 25%



Simulated Microsoft Written Exam - 40%


Assessment Matrix

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