Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify infotechnology systems
- Types of infotechnology equipment used in the work area are identified
- Functions of equipment, component parts and accessories are identified
- Applications for workplace activities of the different infotechnology equipment and systems are interpreted
- Routine faults in operating systems, software applications and operator errors are identified
- Sources of information on rectifying/reporting faults with operating equipment, systems and application are identified
- Access and operate computer-based equipment and systems
- Work environments and equipment are adjusted to meet ergonomic requirements and workplace policy and procedures
- Systems are accessed and checked where required for viruses
- Equipment is set up for work requirements in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturers guidelines
- Operating manuals and/or help screens for infotechnology equipment and software are used to inform work practices
- Software packages and accessories for required application are selected and accessed
- Required file and/or data to be accessed is identified
- Files/data are filed according to workplace
- Shut-down procedures for files, applications and equipment are followed
- Input, store and present files/data
- Data is entered using appropriate equipment, keyboard/mouse, bar code reader, touch screen or other system
- Accurate input is confirmed
- Files are accessed in accordance with workplace procedures
- Data is manipulated to suit work requirements and checked for accuracy
- Saved files are accessed through relevant directories
- Information and disk(s) are stored where appropriate
- Information is presented using computerised projection facilities where required
- Implement workplace procedures for management and security of data