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ICTSAS408
Complete data transition in data migration process

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake manipulation, migration and conversion of data between systems or databases while maintaining data integrity.

It applies to individuals who use technical and specialised knowledge, and apply a systematic approach to perform operations relating to the implementation of new systems.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Perform data transition

1.1 Identify and document data that is to be migrated, transferred or archived

1.2 Collect required data, target database requirements and implementation details

1.3 Clean up data to match new data structures and rules

1.4 Write and test conversion programs if required by the implementation plan, or use conversion tools

1.5 Ensure clean data take-on by re-keying or converting according to database requirements and conversion plan

1.6 Migrate data to target environment

1.7 Archive data according to requirements

2. Check data transition

2.1 Run reports and other tests on old and new data to verify the quantity and quality of data transition

2.2 Run production or specialised programs against data to confirm control totals

2.3 Check referential integrity and data constraints and requirements against database requirements and conversion plan

2.4 Verify that data transition has been completed according to requirements and plans

Evidence of the ability to:

identify data to be migrated

transfer data from one system to another

produce consistency in results

verify database integrity for transferred data.

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:

describe current industry accepted hardware and software products, including their general features and capabilities

identify and summarise new and existing systems’ current functionality

describe data management systems when performing data transition, including:

data integrity

database structures

quality assurance practices

software tools

system data requirements

describe the client business domain relevant to data transition

outline client's data management and data security policy and procedures.

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 systems administration and support field of work and include access to:

special purpose tools, equipment and materials

industry software packages

conversion program

data conversion plan

databases to store data

implementation plan.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Perform data transition

1.1 Identify and document data that is to be migrated, transferred or archived

1.2 Collect required data, target database requirements and implementation details

1.3 Clean up data to match new data structures and rules

1.4 Write and test conversion programs if required by the implementation plan, or use conversion tools

1.5 Ensure clean data take-on by re-keying or converting according to database requirements and conversion plan

1.6 Migrate data to target environment

1.7 Archive data according to requirements

2. Check data transition

2.1 Run reports and other tests on old and new data to verify the quantity and quality of data transition

2.2 Run production or specialised programs against data to confirm control totals

2.3 Check referential integrity and data constraints and requirements against database requirements and conversion plan

2.4 Verify that data transition has been completed according to requirements and plans

Evidence of the ability to:

identify data to be migrated

transfer data from one system to another

produce consistency in results

verify database integrity for transferred data.

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:

describe current industry accepted hardware and software products, including their general features and capabilities

identify and summarise new and existing systems’ current functionality

describe data management systems when performing data transition, including:

data integrity

database structures

quality assurance practices

software tools

system data requirements

describe the client business domain relevant to data transition

outline client's data management and data security policy and procedures.

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 systems administration and support field of work and include access to:

special purpose tools, equipment and materials

industry software packages

conversion program

data conversion plan

databases to store data

implementation plan.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify and document data that is to be migrated, transferred or archived 
Collect required data, target database requirements and implementation details 
Clean up data to match new data structures and rules 
Write and test conversion programs if required by the implementation plan, or use conversion tools 
Ensure clean data take-on by re-keying or converting according to database requirements and conversion plan 
Migrate data to target environment 
Archive data according to requirements 
Run reports and other tests on old and new data to verify the quantity and quality of data transition 
Run production or specialised programs against data to confirm control totals 
Check referential integrity and data constraints and requirements against database requirements and conversion plan 
Verify that data transition has been completed according to requirements and plans 

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