List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Install peripherals to a network | 1.1 Plan the location of peripherals to provide appropriate services to users and to take work health and safety (WHS) standards into consideration 1.2 Connect peripherals to network, using vendor approved method and technology 1.3 Connect peripherals to computers in the network using parallel, serial or other direct connection methods 1.4 Add peripheral accessories or upgrades to printer, such as memory or high-volume paper trays 1.5 Test peripherals for correct operation |
2. Configure peripheral services to manage peripherals | 2.1 Install software required to manage local and network connected peripherals 2.2 Use meaningful names for peripherals and control queues 2.3 Configure security and access to allow appropriate users to make use of peripherals 2.4 Configure workstation for peripherals to allow applications to work with peripherals |
3. Administer and support peripheral services | 3.1 Assign priority to control queues 3.2 Use peripheral management software supplied as part of the network operating system (NOS) or by third parties 3.3 Create templates for use on the network 3.4 Configure settings on the network to create maintenance schedules, usage logs, and cost centre usage statistics 3.5 Demonstrate to the user the methods for using peripheral services from their application or workstation |
4. Maintain peripherals and fix common problems | 4.1 Establish and follow a regular maintenance schedule as recommended by peripheral manufacturer 4.2 Replace consumables and components when required 4.3 Fix peripheral mishaps and malfunctions 4.4 Monitor peripheral usage and traffic and recommend additional peripherals if needed 4.5 Determine failures of peripheral services or devices and rectify as required |
Evidence of the ability to:
plan and install peripherals
connect and test peripherals to network
manage the use of peripheral services with workstations
maintain networked peripherals according to a maintenance schedule
rectify faulty peripheral services or devices.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
identify and describe common network peripherals and their configuration
identify and summarise current industry standards for network peripherals
outline the general construction and operation of peripheral devices to facilitate troubleshooting.
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 network industry and include access to:
a range of peripherals
network administration tools
a live network with a representative range of networked client server environments and operating systems
technical records, organisational policies and documentation.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.