Course Title: Implement server virtualisation for a sustainable ICT system

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: VE 2021

Class Number: 1044

Class Section: MST1

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Course Code: EEET7397C

Course Title: Implement server virtualisation for a sustainable ICT system

School: 650T Vocational Business Education

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4403 - Certificate IV in Information Technology

Course Contact: Val Christou

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5076

Course Contact Email: val.christou@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Course Leader: Aminul Islam

Email: aminul.islam@rmit.edu.au

Phone: +613 9925 0423

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

None

Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install and integrate a virtual server in a network to replace multiple physical servers, reducing power requirements of individual servers and meeting sustainability targets.

 

It applies to individuals with a high level of specialist technical skills and knowledge in telecommunications and information and communications technology (ICT) networks using internet protocol (IP) systems.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	ICTSUS501 Implement server virtualisation for a sustainable ICT system
Element:	1. Plan to implement server virtualisation
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Assess extent of virtualisation to be implemented using feasibility report and organisational guidelines 1.2 Analyse existing server infrastructure use 1.3 Research and analyse alternative virtualisation scenarios, including risk analysis and relative comparisons of each consideration 1.4 Provide brief report to appropriate person of proposed preferred plan and describe resources required 1.5 Liaise with appropriate person to obtain approval for plans with any recommendations
Element:	2. Design virtual server specification
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Confirm network operating system, server applications and server design with client 2.2 Determine product and vendor architecture and equipment specifications 2.3 Determine technology and resources within business requirements and budget
Element:	3. Install virtual server
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Follow work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements according to plan and manufacturer’s specifications 3.2 Notify client for site access 3.3 Create detailed task list specifying stages and sequence of work required 3.4 Review hardware and software to ensure compatibility 3.5 Install required operating system, additional tools or third party software as specified in design 3.6 Patch operating system and applications to ensure maximum security and reliability
Element:	4. Integrate and test virtual server
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Determine tests to ensure virtual server integration 4.2 Develop test plan, referring to resources and network impact 4.3 Run system tests according to test plan and record outcomes 4.4 Analyse error report and make changes as required 4.5 Test required changes or additions 4.6 Validate changes or additions against specifications
Element:	5. Complete work and document activities
Performance Criteria:	5.1 Document installation and integration process according to organisational guidelines 5.2 Provide user documentation 5.3 Notify client and obtain sign off

Learning Outcomes

Details of Learning Activities

A range of learning activities are planned for this course on a variety of topics as shown in the teaching schedule.   This may include self-paced and collaborative classroom activities such as:  

• Practice exercises
• Challenges 
• Problem solving
• Project work
• Quizzes
• Discussion

  We expect you to participate and contribute in all scheduled learning activities as each week builds on the next.

Teaching Schedule

Course Schedule: Semester 1, 2021
Week	Topic	Readings and Activities	Assessment
Week 1 17 March  2021 Face-to-Face Learning	Introduction to Cert IV IT Traineeship Program, includes - • Course requirements • Course support documents • Course Canvass access • Accuracy of enrollment • Assessment requirements/Cover Sheets • Reminder re Plagiarism • Reminder re submission requirements • Getting help Introduction to : Virtualisation and ICT sustainability	Reading : Virtualisation and ICT sustainability Activity : Discussion - Virtualisation and  ICT sustainability Work on Assessment Task1 - Virtual Server	Assessment Task1 Due Date : 21 March 2021 First submission closed after due date Feedback provided within 1 week Email must be received by 5pm Friday 19 March 2021, if extension is required of up to 1 week only Re-submission by 11:59pm   Sunday 09 May 2021
Week 2 24 March 2021 Blended Learning	Design Virtual Infrastructure Microsoft Hyper-V	Reading : Design Virtual Infrastructure Activity : Discussion - Virtual Infrastructure, Microsoft Hyper-V Work on Assessment Task1 - Design Virtual Infrastructure
Week 3 31 March 2021 Face-to-Face Learning	High Availability	Reading : High Availability Activity : Discussion - High Availability Work on Assessment Task2 - Design Virtual Infrastructure	Assessment Task2 Due Date : 11 April 2021 First submission closed after due date Feedback provided within 1 week Email must be received by 5pm Friday 09 April 2021 if extension is required of up to 1 week only Re-submission by 11:59pm   Sunday 09 May 2021
Semester Break
Week 4 14 April 2021 Blended Learning	Storage Services	Reading : Storage Services Activity : Discussion - Storage Services Work on Assessment Task3 - Build virtual infrastructure
Week 5 21 April 2021 Face-to-Face Learning	Review Virtual Infrastructure Backup and Recovery	Reading : Backup and Recovery Activity : Discussion - Review Virtual Infrastructure, Backup and Recovery Work on Assessment Task3 - Build virtual infrastructure	Assessment Task3 Due Date : 25 April 2021 First submission closed after due date Feedback provided within 1 week Email must be received by 5pm Friday 23 April 2021, if extension is required of up to 1 week only Re-submission by 11:59pm   Sunday 09 May 2021
Extension Request Form : Application for extension of time to submit assessment work For each Assessment Task : Re-submissions for all assessments by 11:59pm Sunday 09 May 2021 Use feedback to fix up assessments for re-submissions  If no submission is received by the due date this is counted as the first submission Only ONE re-submission allowed NO EXTENSIONS for re-submission allowed

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

You will need a desktop computer or a laptop to work on learning activities and assessment tasks outside the classroom.   You may also refer to various media, websites, textbooks and e-books as indicated in Canvas or advised by your class Teacher.

Overview of Assessment

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

• communicate with clients for business purposes
• determine and meet client requirements for installation and testing a virtual server
• install, integrate and test virtualisation components according to vendor and technical specifications.

 

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

• explain client business domain, business function and organisation
• summarise compatibility issues and resolution procedures
• describe configuration of internet protocol (IP) networks
• identify current industry-accepted products
• describe the process of documenting technical specifications
• outline linkage between processes
• discuss systems diagnostic features 
• summarise the following technologies:

• power supply requirements and management
• registered random access memory (RAM)
• server design and network architecture
• set up and configuration procedures
• single and multiple processors
• vendor specifications and requirements for software installation
• virtual server functionality.

Assessment Conditions

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the telecommunications – sustainability field of work and include access to:

• a site and equipment on which servers can be virtualised
• server virtualisation currently used in industry
• relevant documentation, feasibility studies, equipment manuals and other site-related documentation.

Feedback

Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions.  You are encouraged to ask and answer questions during class time and online sessions so that you can obtain feedback on your understanding of the concepts and issues being discussed. Finally, you can email or arrange an appointment with your teacher to gain more feedback on your progress.

You should take note of all feedback received and use this information to improve your learning outcomes and final performance in the course.  

 

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task1 - Virtual Server

This short-answer assessment task is one of three assessment tasks you need to complete satisfactorily, in order to be deemed competent for this unit.

This assessment task allows you to demonstrate your knowledge on virtual server networks.

Assessment Task2 - Design visualisation infrastructure

This practical assessment task is the second of three assessment tasks you need to complete satisfactorily, in order to be deemed competent for this unit. 

This practical assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to design a virtualisation infrastructure.

Assessment Task3 - Build virtual infrastructure

This practical assessment task is the final of three assessment tasks you need to complete satisfactorily, in order to be deemed competent for this unit. 

This practical assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to install and integrate a virtual server in a network to replace multiple physical servers, reducing power requirements of individual servers and meeting sustainability targets.

 

Assessment Matrix

Element	Performance criteria
		Assessment Task 1: Virtual Server	Assessment Task 2: Design Virtualisation Infrastructure	Assessment Task 3: Build Virtualisation Infrastructure
1. Plan to implement server virtualisation	1.1 Assess extent of virtualisation to be implemented using feasibility report and organisational guidelines		Part 1
1.2 Analyse existing server infrastructure use		Part 1
1.3 Research and analyse alternative virtualisation scenarios, including risk analysis and relative comparisons of each consideration	Q3, Q4	Part 1
1.4 Provide brief report to appropriate person of proposed preferred plan and describe resources required		Part 1
1.5 Liaise with appropriate person to obtain approval for plans with any recommendations		Part 1
2. Design virtual server specification	2.1 Confirm network operating system, server applications and server design with client		Part 1
2.2 Determine product and vendor architecture and equipment specifications	Q3	Part 1
2.3 Determine technology and resources within business requirements and budget		Part 1
3. Install virtual server	3.1 Follow work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements according to plan and manufacturer’s specifications			Part 1
3.2 Notify client for site access		Part 1
3.3 Create detailed task list specifying stages and sequence of work required		Part 1
3.4 Review hardware and software to ensure compatibility		Part 1
3.5 Install required operating system, additional tools or third party software as specified in design			Part 1
3.6 Patch operating system and applications to ensure maximum security and reliability			Part 1
4. Integrate and test virtual server	4.1 Determine tests to ensure virtual server integration			Part 1
4.2 Develop test plan, referring to resources and network impact			Part 1
4.3 Run system tests according to test plan and record outcomes			Part 1
4.4 Analyse error report and make changes as required			Part 1
4.5 Test required changes or additions			Part 1
4.6 Validate changes or additions against specifications			Part 1
5. Complete work and document activities	5.1 Document installation and integration process according to organisational guidelines			Part 1
5.2 Provide user documentation			Part 1
5.3 Notify client and obtain sign off			Part 1

Other Information

Submission Requirements

You should:

• Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date via CANVAS.
• Always retain a copy of your assessment tasks. (hard copy and soft copy)
• When you submit work for assessment at RMIT University you need to use a cover sheet that includes a declaration and statement of authorship. You must complete, sign and submit a cover sheet with all work you submit for assessment, whether individual or group work. On the cover sheet you declare that the work you are presenting for assessment is your own work.
• Each page of your assessment should include footer with your name, student number, the title of the assessment, unit code and title and page numbers. For example, Julie Macpherson, 324567, Task 2, OHS2345C Ensure safe workplace, Page 1 of 10.
• Projects must be submitted via Canvas.

Late Submission Procedures

You are required to submit assessment items and/or ensure performance-based assessment is completed by the due dates. 
If you are prevented from submitting an assessment item on time, by circumstances outside your control, you may apply in advance to your teacher for an extension to the due date of up to seven calendar days.

More Information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work
Form to use: http://mams.rmit.edu.au/seca86tti4g4z.pdf

Special Consideration Procedures

Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for special consideration. Applications for special consideration must be submitted no later than two working days after the assessment task deadline or scheduled examination

More Information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration
Online special consideration link: https://specon.rmit.edu.au/specon/

Re-submissions

If you are found to be unsuccessful in a Course Assessment Task, you will be allowed one re-submission only. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the re-submission. 

If you are still not meeting the assessment requirements you must apply to your Program Manager in writing outlining the steps you will take to demonstrate competence in your course. Your submission will be considered by the Program Team and you will be advised of the outcome as soon as possible.

Adjustments to Assessment

In certain circumstances students may be eligible for an assessment adjustment. For more information about the circumstances under which the assessment arrangements might be granted please access the following website.

More Information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/adjustments-to-assessment

Marking Guide (Courses delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment):

You must demonstrate that you have all the required skills/knowledge/elements in the unit of competency you are studying. You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you about your progress and how well you are performing.

CA       Competency Achieved

NYC    Not Yet Competent

DNS    Did Not Submit for assessment

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