CPPHES4003Operate and maintain computer system to support thermal performance assessments

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42 assessable components: 6 elements (26 performance criteria), 1 performance evidence and 15 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Prepare to use computer system for thermal performance assessment.

  • 1.1Make required ergonomic adjustments to personal computer furniture and fittings.
  • 1.2Check physical connectivity and follow computer and operating system start-up procedures.
  • 1.3Confirm correct operation and performance of computer and hardware devices.

2 Configure computer system for thermal performance assessment.

  • 2.1Adjust computer settings to suit user requirements.
  • 2.2Configure power management settings to minimise power consumption.
  • 2.3Identify operating system and application programs loaded onto computer and confirm computer capability and correct NatHERS software version.
  • 2.4Conduct software installation and removal to improve computer capability and readiness for thermal performance assessment.
  • 2.5Create and customise desktop icons to access applications and NatHERS programs.
  • 2.6Connect, disconnect and configure removable storage devices used to store, maintain and back-up data.

3 Access and manipulate data for thermal performance assessment.

  • 3.1Access and manipulate thermal performance data using objects, macros, shortcut features and templates to increase efficiency.
  • 3.2Convert and store data to suit operating system and applications to support thermal performance assessment.
  • 3.3Employ advanced features of NatHERS software to prepare and present data.
  • 3.4Link and embed files to transfer data between applications.
  • 3.5Transmit data to support thermal performance assessment using electronic methods.

4 Perform routine system maintenance.

  • 4.1Perform regular system back-up to minimise risk of data loss, and label, store and retrieve back-up files according to organisational requirements.
  • 4.2Use firewall, antivirus and malware scans to reduce security risks and threats in the computer system.
  • 4.3Monitor and maintain correct functioning of automated processes.
  • 4.4Update off-line record of maintenance procedures according to organisational requirements.

5 Solve routine problems with computer system.

  • 5.1Identify problem with computer system and apply basic information technology troubleshooting techniques to resolve problem.
  • 5.2Access online assistance to overcome difficulties with computer system or NatHERS software.
  • 5.3Recover damaged or corrupted files using appropriate software, equipment or technical support according to organisational requirements.

6 Upgrade and reconfigure personal computer and NatHERS software.

  • 6.1Install new and update existing computer hardware.
  • 6.2Test new and updated computer hardware and confirm correct operation.
  • 6.3Install new and update existing NatHERS software.
  • 6.4Test and configure new and updated NatHERS software and confirm correct operation.
  • 6.5Maintain records of installations, updates and configurations according to organisational requirements.

Performance evidence

  • To demonstrate competency, a candidate must meet the performance criteria of this unit by operating and maintaining computer systems and the software to support at least two thermal performance assessments using accredited Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) software.

Knowledge evidence

  • basic operations of NatHERS software tools
  • basic components, set up procedures and operation of personal computer systems that support thermal performance assessments
  • basic information technology troubleshooting procedures
  • common technologies and procedures that prevent data loss associated with thermal performance assessments
  • ergonomic principles applicable to setting up and using a computer system and furniture
  • methods for identifying and verifying software versions
  • minimum software requirements of a software tool that must be met in order to receive accreditation
  • modes of NatHERS software operation
  • procedures for conducting routine back-ups of computer systems and files and for maintaining system security
  • procedures for installing, removing and upgrading NatHERS software and other applications that support computer system functionality
  • procedures for storing, converting, transmitting and retrieving data associated with thermal performance assessments
  • purpose and types of virus protection for computer systems
  • purpose, management and types of electronic data removal and storage devices
  • sources of assistance to resolve problems with computer systems and software when conducting thermal performance assessments
  • types and purpose of NatHERS software tools and associated licensing conditions.

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