Set Up an IT System Level 1 - Gateway Qualifications

Overview
Unit Learning Outcomes

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Overview

Framework:: RQF

Level:: Level 1

Unit No:: Y/502/4209

Credits:: 3

Guided learning hours:: 20 hours

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Connect up a personal computer, printer and peripheral devices safely

Assessment Criteria

1.1

Identify what IT system components, storage and peripheral devices are needed and how to connect them
1.2

Identify any health and safety issues associated with setting up an IT system
1.3

Connect up the components of an IT system safely, including a printer and other peripheral devices
1.4

Connect removable storage media to a PC safely

2

Connect to an IT communication service

Assessment Criteria

2.1

Connect communication hardware safely to a PC
2.2

Identify the details needed to connect to an Internet Service Provider (ISP)
2.3

Connect to a communication service from a PC

3

Set up software for use

Assessment Criteria

3.1

Configure the user interface to meet needs
3.2

Identify what security precautions need to be addressed when connecting to the internet
3.3

Set up and configure virus protection software
3.4

Set up files and software to meet needs

4

Check that the IT system and communication service are working successfully

Assessment Criteria

4.1

Identify simple tests that can be used to check the system
4.2

Identify simple communication tests that can be used to check the internet connection
4.3

Run tests to check that the system and communication service are working successfully
4.4

Identify how to report faults and seek expert help
4.5

Respond to error messages and report faults as appropriate

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