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Model Curriculum
Based on
Ethiopian Occupational Standard (EOS)
Ethiopian TVET System
Model Curriculum_______________________________________________________________________________________
Preface
This curriculum has been developed by a group of experts from different TVET
trainers of private and governmental Institutions / Colleges, Addis Ababa TVET
Agency, and other concerned bodies based on the Ethiopian Occupational Standard
Hardware and Network Servicing. It has the character of a model curriculum and
is an example on how to transform the occupational requirements as defined in the
respective Ethiopian Occupational Standard into an adequate curriculum.
The curriculum development process has been actively supported and facilitated by
City Government of Addis Ababa Technical and Vocational Educational and
Training (TVET) Agency Outcome Based Training Work Process Occupational
Standard and Curriculum Case Team.
TVET-Program Design
1.1. TVET-Program Title: Hardware and Network Servicing Level IV
The prime objective of this training program is to equip the learners with the
identified competences specified in the EOS. Graduates are therefore expected
to conduct those entire listed competency units in accordance with the
performance criteria described in the EOS.
company training and it will only start after the learner successfully
completed all the modules in this program.
Apply functions
of technology to
assist in solving
organizational
problems
Evaluate new or
upgraded
technology
performance
ICT HNS4 Migrate to ICT HNS4 Migrate to New Identify selection 83
04 1110 New M 04 1110 Technology tools
Technology Design
information
literacy program
Choose the
appropriate
teaching method
and teaching
Identify and 50
analyze
Determine Determine maintenance
ICT HNS4 ICT HNS4
Maintenance Maintenance needs
05 1110 Strategy M05 1110 Strategy Develop service
level agreements
Formulate
maintenance
strategy
Define client and
supplier
processes and
standards
Establish quality 50
specifications for
ICT HNS4
Establish Establish Quality service
ICT HNS4
Quality Standards Identify hazards
06 1110 M06 1110
Standards and critical
control points
Assist in
planning of
quality
assurance
procedures
Implement
quality
assurance
procedures
Monitor quality of
work outcome
Participate in
maintaining and
improving quality
at work
Report problems
that affect quality
Provide team 50
Develop ICT HNS4 Develop Teams leadership
ICT HNS4
Teams and and Individuals Foster individual
08 1110 M 08 1110
Individuals and
organizational
growth
Monitor and
evaluate
workplace
learning
Develop team
commitment and
cooperation
Facilitate
accomplishment
of organizational
goals
*The time duration (Hours) indicated for the module should include all activities in and out of the TVET institution.
LEARNING METHODS:
Discussion
Lecture
Group assignment
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview / Written Test / Oral Questioning
Observation / Demonstration
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
L01. Set objectives
Objectives are consistent with and linked to work activities in
1.1
accordance with organizational aims
1.2 Objectives are stated as measurable targets with clear time frames
1.3 Support and commitment of team members are reflected in the
objectives
1.4 Realistic and attainable objectives are identified
LO2. Plan and schedule work activities
2.1 Tasks/work activities to be completed are identified and prioritized as
directed
2.2 Tasks/work activities are broken down into process in accordance
with set time frames and achievable components
2.3 Manpower requirements are determined in accordance with volume of
task/work activities
2.4 Resources are allocated as per requirements of the activity
2.5 Schedule of work activities is coordinated with personnel concerned
2.6 Road structure construction plan detailed the sequence of operation
and location of joints in accordance with contract specifications and
job requirements.
LO3. Finalize work plan
3.1 Work methods and practices are identified in consultation with
personnel concerned
3.2 Monitoring and performance evaluation are identified and agreed upon
3.3 Feedback mechanism is determined and agreed upon
3.4 Plan is reviewed, agreed by appropriate personnel, finalized and
presented for approval
3.5 Recommended changes to the plan are evaluated for inclusion
3.6 Plan is finalized incorporating acceptable changes and in accordance
with the standard format
LEARNING METHODS:
Discussion
Lecture
Group assignment
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview / Written Test / Oral Questioning
Observation / Demonstration
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
Lo1 Review change requests
1.1 Requests are received and documented for hardware and software changes,
LEARNING METHODS:
Discussion
Lecture
Group assignment
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview / Written Test / Oral Questioning
Observation / Demonstration
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
L01. Plan and design internet infrastructure
1.1 Internet infrastructure is selected in line with business and end-user
requirements, within budget limitations.
1.2 The internet service is evaluated for satisfactory performance and
confirmed that the service meets business and end-user
requirements.
1.3 Hardware, software, network and security requirements are
ensured in accordance with agreed business and end-user
specifications.
1.4 Internet protocol address allocation is determined based on the
number of addresses needed.
LO2 Install and configure internet infrastructure and services
2.1 Cables is installed and tested where appropriate according to the
standard.
2.2 Mail servers is built and tested when needed.
2.3 Workstation software is installed and configured to access services
3.1 Security access levels is tested and verified based on security policy.
3.2 Capability and reliability of security systems is monitored and
evaluated based on security policy.
3.3 Changes are made to system to ensure protection against known and
potential threats.
LO4
4.1 User settings are verified to ensure that they conform to security
policies.
4.2 Legal notices are displayed at appropriate locations for system users.
4.3 Passwords are checked in accordance with business policies and
verified with software utility tools.
Lo5 Manage and support internet
5.1 Management is assisted in developing procedures and policies for
maintaining the internet infrastructure.
5.2 Management tools are obtained, installed and used to assist in internet
administration.
5.3 Traffic, appropriateness of broadcasts, content access and hits are
monitored over the internet.
5.4 Internet performance is optimized in accordance with business need.
NOMINAL DURATION:83hrs
MODULE DESCRIPTION: This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitudes
required in using new or upgraded technology
MODULE CONTENTS:
1. Being aware of hardware/software technologies currently available and
their
capabilities, features, functions, requirements, etc;
1.1 Hardware reviews
1.2 Software reviews
1.3 contacts
2. Being aware of the organizations information needs;
2.1 Organizational goals
2.2 Information system goal
2.3 Day to day(worker) user information requirements
2.4 Overall control (boss) user information requirements
3. planning what and how better hardware/software could replace existing
technology With the min of “fuss”
3.1 Present alternative for review with cost benefit for each
3.2 Promote input from all level of organization
4. Implement new hardware/software to enhance productivity and efficiency ;
4.1 phased
4.2 trial
4.3 cut over
4.4 parallel
5. evaluation
5.1 criteria used for evaluation .that is up on what basis do we measure
it as good or bad or whatever
5.2 Strategies used to evaluate , that is ,what means do we use test it is
good or bad or whatever.
LEARNING METHODS:
Discussion
Lecture
Group assignment
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview / Written Test / Oral Questioning
Observation / Demonstration
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
L01. Apply existing knowledge and techniques to technology and transfer
1.1 Situations are identified where existing knowledge can be used as the
basis for developing new skills.
1.2 New or upgraded technology skills are acquired and used to enhance
learning.
1.3 New or upgraded equipment are identified, classified and used
where appropriate, for the benefit of the organization.
LO2. Apply functions of technology to assist in solving organizational problems
2.1 Testing of new or upgraded equipment is conducted according to
the specification manual.
2.2 Features of new or upgraded equipment are and software applied
within the organization
2.3 Features and functions of new or upgraded equipment is used for
solving organizational problems
2.4 Sources of information is accessed and used relating to new or
upgraded equipment
LO3. Evaluate new or upgraded technology performance Feedback from
individuals or teams is used to identify and implement improvements in future
learning arrangements
3.1 New or upgraded equipment is evaluated for performance, usability
and against OHS standards.
3.2 Environmental considerations are determined from new or
upgraded equipment.
3.3 Feedback is sought from users where appropriate
NOMINAL DURATION:50hrs
MODULE DESCRIPTION: This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitudes
required to determine and operationalize maintenance strategies and supporting
processes to achieve continuity of IT operations and business functions.
MODULE CONTENTS:
1.Maintenance needs
1.1 Identifying risk to business
1.2 Reviewing system architecture
1.3 Conducting equipment and or software audit
1.4 Identify warranty status of equipments
1.5 Identifying critical components and/or software’s
1.6 Documenting identified risks and problems
1.7 Developing recommended maintenance solutions
2. Develop service level agreements
2.1 Determining requirements of the client
2.2 Preparing Service-level agreement
3. Formulate maintenance strategy
3.1 Examining maintenance options
3.1.1Against
3.1.1.1 Cost
3.1.1.2 business and service-level agreements
3.2 Identifying a specific maintenance strategy
3.3 Creating preventative maintenance schedule
3.4 Documenting The recommended maintenance procedures
4. Define client and supplier processes and standards
4.1 Creating report procedures
4.2 Determining report time standard
4.3 creating Escalation procedures
4.4 set-up Help desk or other support function
LEARNING METHODS:
Discussion
Lecture
Group assignment
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview / Written Test / Oral Questioning
Observation / Demonstration
LO1 Identify and analyze maintenance needs
1.1 Risks to business continuity are identified due to system malfunction
including quantification of possible loss
1.2 Systems architecture and configuration documentation are
reviewed for currency.
1.3 Equipment and/or software audit are conducted if appropriate
information is not available
1.4 Warranty status of components and/or software according to
vendor, project or organizational requirements are determined and
documented
1.5 Critical components and/or software and document
recommendations are identified regarding possible service arrangements
1.6 Identified risks and problems are documented.
1.7 Recommended maintenance solutions are developed to meet
business needs and applied to deal with the client based on the
document
LO2 Develop service level agreements
2.1 The views and requirements of the client are determined in order to
identify maintenance requirements
2.2 Service-level agreement is prepared to match client user and
business requirements
LO3 Formulate maintenance strategy
3.1 Maintenance options are examined against cost constraints, risks to
business continuity and service-level agreements
3.2 A specific maintenance strategy is identified based on cost, business
and service-level agreements requirements
3.3 A preventative maintenance schedule is created based on cost,
business and service-level agreements requirements
3.4 A maintenance strategy is negotiated with client and changes to
service-level agreements are made where necessary
MODULE CONTENTS:
1. Participate in Maintaining and Improving Quality at Work
1.1 Ensuring quality requirements
2. Identifying non-conformance process Establish Quality Specification for Product
2.1 Identifying market specifications
2.2 Developing specifications
2.3 Documenting specifications
2.4 Introducing specifications
2.5 Updating documentation
3. Identify Hazards and Critical Control Points
3.1 Identifying control points
3.2 Determining the risk
3.3 Documentation
4. Assist in Planning of Quality Assurance Procedures
4.1 Developing procedures
4.2 Minimizing hazards
4.3 Monitoring
5. Implement Quality Assurance Procedures
5.1 Allocating responsibilities
5.2 Preparing instructions
5.3 Orienting quality policy
5.4 Giving in-service training
5.5 Applying federal and regional legislation
6. Monitor Work Quality
6.1 Identifying the requirements
6.2 Inspecting inputs
6.3 Achieving required outcomes
6.4 Monitoring
6.5 Taking corrective actions
LEARNING METHODS:
Lecture-discussion
Group assignment
MODULE ASSESSMENT:
Oral questioning
Written test
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
LO 1. Establish quality standards
1.1 Quality standard procedures for servicing works are developed and agreed
upon.
1.2 Quality standard procedures are documented in accordance with the
organization policy.
1.3 Standard procedures are introduced to organizational staff / personnel.
1.4 Standard procedures are revised / updated when necessary
LO2. Monitor implementation of quality
2.1 Services delivered are insured to be checked against organization quality
standards and specifications
2.2 Service delivered are insured to be evaluated using the appropriate evaluation
parameters and in accordance with organization standards
2.3 Causes of any identified faults are ensured to be identified and corrective
actions are taken in accordance with organization policies and procedures
LO3 Record information
3.1 Basic information on the quality performance is ensured to be recorded in
accordance with organization procedures
3.2 Records of work quality are ensured to be maintained according to the
requirements of the organization
LO4. Study causes of quality deviations
4.1 Causes of deviations from final outputs or services are ensured to be
investigated and reported in accordance with organization procedures
4.2 Suitable preventive action is recommended based on organization quality
standards and identified causes of deviation from specified quality standards
of final service or output
LO5. Complete documentation
LEARNING METHODS:
Discussion
Lecture
Group assignment
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview / Written Test / Oral Questioning
Observation / Demonstration
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
L01. Meet common and specific communication needs of clients and colleagues
1.1Specific communication needs of clients and colleagues are identified
and met
1.2 Different approaches are used to meet communication needs of
clients and colleagues
1.3 Conflict is addressed promptly and in a timely way and in a manner
which does not compromise the standing of the organization
LO2. Contribute to the development of communication strategies
2.1 Strategies for internal and external dissemination of information are
developed, promoted, implemented and reviewed as required
2.2 Channels of communication are established and reviewed regularly
2.3 Coaching in effective communication is provided
2.4 Work related network and relationship are maintained as necessary
2.5 Negotiation and conflict resolution strategies are used where required
2.6 Communication with clients and colleagues is appropriate to individual
needs and organizational objectives
LO3. Represent the organization
When participating in internal or external forums, presentation is
3.1
relevant, appropriately researched and presented in a manner to
promote the organization
3.2 Presentation is clear and sequential and delivered within a
predetermined time
3.3 Utilize appropriate media to enhance presentation
3.4 Differences in views are respected
3.5 Written communication is consistent with organizational standards
3.6 Inquiries are responded in a manner consistent with organizational
standard
LO4. Facilitate group discussion
4.1 Mechanisms which enhance effective group interaction is defined
and implemented
4.2 Strategies which encourage all group members to participate are used
routinely
Objectives and agenda for meetings and discussions are routinely set
4.3
and followed
4.4 Relevant information is provided to group to facilitate outcomes
4.5 Evaluation of group communication strategies is undertaken to promote
participation of all parties
4.6 Specific communication needs of individuals are identified and
addressed
LO5. Conduct interview
5.1A range of appropriate communication strategies are employed in
interview situations
5.2 Records of interviews are made and maintained in accordance with
organizational procedures
5.3 Effective questioning, listening and nonverbal communication
techniques are used to ensure that required message is
communicated
LEARNING METHODS:
Discussion
Lecture
Group assignment
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview / Written Test / Oral Questioning
Observation / Demonstration
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
L01. Provide team leadership
1.1 Learning and development needs are systematically identified and
implemented in line with organizational requirements
Civic1 50 50
Sub Total
592- 632 222 814-854
In school Cooperative
Course Title Course code training hr training hr Total hr
Utilize Specialized
ICT HNS4 07 0710
Communication Skills 50 50
Civics 3 50 50
SUB TOTAL 470 154 524
Total 2347-2387 1077 3324-3364
Prepared by:
Facilitated by:
No. Name Work Position College
Institution
1 Aneley Mulugeta Registrar Entoto TVET