It For Business

Day Term 1, 2011
Trainer Stephen Mifsud

Start date Wednesday 9th February
2011 End date Wednesday 13th April 2011
Competencies and Performance Criteria

National code Competency unit name
BSBITB501A Establish and maintain a workgroup computer network
BSBITU401A Design databases
BSBEBU401A Review and maintain a website
This subject enables you to:

Design, establish, maintain and review a range if IT infrastructure used in small business, IT
administrative support within an enterprise, or independent responsibilities relevant to own work
roles.
Develops your understanding of:

The relationship between IT infrastructure and the core functions of an organisation.
And your skills in:

Working in a team environment, website administration, database design and implementation,
computer networks and IT international best practices.
BSBITB501A Computer networks, BSBITU401A Design databases, BSBEBU401A Review & maintain a website
Subject weekly planner
Session Topics References Assessment Tasks
Number What it covers
1. Introduction to Subject
Introduction to Networks PowerPoint 1, 2 & 6 BSBITB501A
What is a network? slides & Element 1.1, 1.2,
Types of Networks handouts. 1.3, 1.4, 1.5
Network infrastructure In class activity
Server services
Introduction to Websites 5&6 BSBEBU401A:
Web Terminology Overview
Requirements
Access & Security
Website design
2. Manage establishment of a workgroup PowerPoint 1, 2 & 6 BSBITB501A

network slides & Element 1.5, 2.1,
Establish requirements handouts. 2.2, 2.3,
Support models In class activity
Service Level Mgmt
Supplier Mgmt
Manage maintenance of a workgroup 1, 2 & 6 BSBITB501A
network Element 1.5, 2.1,
Best Practice Frameworks
Standards
Legislation
Review website content and use 5&6 BSBEBU401A:

Update website Element 1,2,3
Carry out non technical
site maintenance
BSBITB501A Computer networks, BSBITU401A Databases, BSBEBU401A

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3. Network control and security PowerPoint 1, 2 & 6 BSBITB501A

Change & Release Mgmt slides & Element 1.3,
Records Mgmt handouts. 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.4
Identity/Rights/Access Mgmt In class activity
Policies and procedures
Introduction to Databases Tilde Pg. 1-7 3, 4 & 6 BSBITA401A:
Designing your database Element 1.1, 1.2,
What is a relational database? 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2,
Designing a relational database 2.3, 2.4
Getting started Tilde Pg. 8-15 3, 4 & 6 BSBITA401A:
Starting Access and creating a new DB Element 1.1, 1.2,
Hands-on exercise 3 1.3, 1.4, 2.4, 4.4
The Access environment / closing
your
database... Hands-on exercise 4 – 6
Using DB objects and exploring tables Tilde Pg. 16-24 3, 4 & 6 BSBITA401A:
Opening / closing / viewing DB Element 1.1, 1.2,
objects
Hands-on exercise 7 + 8 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.4,
Using the navigation buttons 3.1
Hands-on exercise 9
Exploring DB tables
Hands-on exercise 10
Navigating and selecting data
Hands-on exercise 11 + 12
Review website content and use PowerPoint 5&6 BSBEBU401A:
Update website slides & Element 1,2,3
Carry out non technical site handouts.
maintenance In class activity

4. Incident Management PowerPoint 1, 2 & 6 BSBITB501A

Maintenance slides & Element 1.5, 2.1,
Diagnostic checks handouts. 2.2, 2.4
Network problems In class activity
Escalation paths
Creating database tables Tilde Pg. 25-39 3, 4 & 6 BSBITA401A:

Data types and property for fields / Element 1.1, 1.2,
create new table 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3,
Hands-on exercise 13 2.4, 4.1
Determining table relationships /
establishing referential integrity Hands-
on exercise 14
Creating table relationships
Entering data into your tables /
viewing
related data
Hands-on exercise 16 - 18
Consolidation task 1


5. Assist and train network users PowerPoint 2&6 BSBITB501A

Training- needs analysis slides & Element 1.5, 3.1,
Training Plans handouts. 3.2, 3.3
Individual Learning Plans In class activity
Dissemination methods
Querying your database Tilde Pg. 40-55 3, 4 & 6 BSBITA401A:

Building a query / sorting data in a Element 2.4, 4.2
query
Using criteria in queries
Adding custom calculations to a
query /
changing the
format of a field
Using a dialogue box to prompt for
selection criteria


6. Networks Review PowerPoint 1, 2 & 6 BSBITB501A

Assessment 1 & 2 Preparation slides & Element 1, 2, 3
handouts.
In class activity
Creating forms Tilde Pg. 56- 3, 4 & 6 BSBITA401A:

Creating a data form using 89 Element 2.4, 3.2,
Form Wizard 4.1, 4.2
Adding records using a
form Hands-on exercise
26 - 28
Creating subforms / working with
forms / using layout view
to edit form controls
Hands-on exercise 29 +
30
Working with controls on a
tabular layout / using design
view to change overall form
design Hands-on exercise 31 -
34
Inserting a calculated field into a
form Hands-on exercise 35 + 36
Finding data / deleting
records / printing using
forms
Carry out non technical handouts.
site maintenance In class activity

7. Assessment 1 Network Diagram 1&2 BSBITB501A:
Due
Assessment 2 Network Exam 2 Element 1-4
Assessment 1 & 2 Review
Generating reports Tilde Pg. 90-99 3, 4 & 6 BSBITA401A:
Report views / creating / reviewing Element 2.4, 3.3,
/
editing a report 4.2
Importing & exporting database Tilde Pg. 100-104 3, 4 & 6 BSBITA401A:
files
Importing data Element 2.4, 4.1
Exporting data
8. Standardising the appearance of Tilde Pg. 105-108 3, 4 & 6 BSBITA401A:

forms and reports Element 2.4, 3.2,
Creating a 3.3, 4.2
AutoFormat Hands-
on exercise 49
Adding a logo to a form or
report Hands-on exercise 50
Automating your database & Tilde Pg. 109-119 3, 4 & 6 BSBITA401A:
controlling database access Element 2.4, 2.5,
Creating a macro to automate 3.2, 3.3, 4.2
tasks Hands-on exercise 51
Adding command buttons to a
form Hands-on exercise 52
Customising the navigation
pane Hands-on exercise 53
Adding a database password
Hands-on exercise 54 (optional)

Carry out non technical handouts.
site maintenance In class activity

9. Assessment 3 DB Portfolio Due 3&4 BSBITA401A:
Assessment 4 Workplace scenario 1 Tilde Pg. 120-121 4 Element 1-4
Finalise Website for presentation In class activity 5&6 BSBEBU401A:

Element 1-3
10. Prepare presentation In class activity 5&6 BSBEBU401A:

Element 1-3
Assessment 5, Present Website In class activity 5&6 BSBEBU401A:
Element 1-3
Disclaimer:
Teachers reserve the right to vary this outline at any time without notice.

Students will be declared COMPETENT or NOT YET COMPETENT and
for specific subjects will be graded as below:
DEFINITION OF COMPETENT (C)
Distinction A high level of achievement in all competencies, but excellent achievement in the
90 % and majority of competencies. The student has an extensive knowledge and
understanding of the course content and can readily apply this knowledge.
above
Credit Substantial achievement in all competencies, but high level achievement in the
80% and above majority
of competencies. The student has thorough knowledge and understanding of the
course content and competence in the processes and skills of the course.
Pass Satisfactory achievement in all competencies. The student has demonstrated

70% and above an acceptable level of knowledge and understanding of the course content
and has achieved a basic level of competence in the processes and skills
of the course.
DEFINITION OF NOT YET COMPETENT (NYC)
Elementary or partial achievement in the course. The student has an elementary

69% and below knowledge of the course content and has demonstrated limited competence in some
of the processes and skills of the course. For results 63%-69% a re-sit exam can be
taken on Friday of week 2 of the following term.
Factors contributing to grades

Grades are awarded based on the timely completion of assigned tasks, contribution to class
discussions, and consistent participation in class activities. Regular attendance and punctuality
will also be considered towards all class participation marks.
To pass this subject, all activities should be completed at a satisfactory level, and each
assessment task deemed competent. Your teacher reserves the right to exercise discretion in
recommending grades.
Late Submissions
• Application for late submission of an assessment task should be made in writing and
addressed to your teacher. You are required to state the reason/s for late submission of
an assessment task and attach any supporting documentation.
• Under NO circumstances will failure of computer software/hardware be accepted as a
valid reason for late submission and the granting of an extension.
• The teacher reserves the right to refuse a request for extension irrespective of the reason
given.
• Assessment tasks submitted after the due date and without proper approval will be subject
to the following penalties:
Days Overdue Penalty Maximum Achievable Result

One (1) 5% 95%
Two (2) 10% 90%
Three (3) 15% 85%
Four (4) 20% 80%
Five (5) 25% 75%
Six (6) 30% 70%
Seven (7) or more Automatic Assessment Failure 0%
*Please note that Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays are counted within the penalty schedule above.

Assessment Policy
• You must be present in class on the day an assignment is due. Teachers will not
accept assignments if you are not present in class unless for medical reasons
(supported with a medical certificate) or other reason/s deemed acceptable by
the teacher.
• You must negotiate with the subject teacher any late submissions as the result of
illness or other reasons.
• It is strongly advised that you do not sit a final examination if you are sick or hold a
current medical certificate. No consideration will be given for illness when the
examination is being marked.
• Other assessment tasks (not including formal tests/examination/s), which receive a mark
less than 70%, will need to be resubmitted for marking. You will only receive a
maximum of 70% for this assessment task.
• The College will not accept work that is plagiarised. All work taken from other sources
must be acknowledged through references and bibliography. Any assessment task
submitted for marking will be returned to you, unmarked and for resubmission. You
will only receive a maximum of 70% for this assessment task.
• If you are found cheating in any assessment task you will be failed immediately
in that subject and will have to repeat the whole subject at a later date subject
to timetabling.
• All post exams will be held on the Friday of Week 2 of the following term. If a subject
is held in the first 5 weeks of term (Block A), post exams will be held in week 7 of the
current term.
• If you do not attend the post assessment without notice and do not submit a
medical certificate you will fail the subject.
Note: All assessment tasks set by the lecturer require a 70% to pass the subject
Medical Certificates
If you are ill for any assessment, please notify the office and you are required to submit a
medical certificate prior to sitting for the assessment.
The College will accept medical certificates only by the next lesson attended by the student.
ALL medical certificates need to be shown to teachers who will sign and date them, then
record on the class rolls for attendance. Once all teachers have signed off, the medical
certificate/s need to be brought down to Reception on Level 1 for filing.
Absences
If you are absent from classes or running late, it is important that you telephone the College. You
should not text message or have another student telephone the College on your behalf.

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Text
The text book we recommend for this unit is:
• Be Competent in Designing Databases, The Tilde Group, (ISBN 978-0-7346-0747-8)
Text books
To order your text:
1. Go to www.comtext.com.au
2. Click on the Williams College link on the RIGHT side of the homepage
3. Select the book or books you want to buy
4. Enter your discount code (your trainer will give you) in the part of the checkout that asks for
‘Discount / coupon code’
5. Select your delivery method. $5 partner college delivery to Williams is the fastest yet. You can also
join our facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/pages/Comtext-Discount-
Textbooks-Australia/168902509792289 and get $4.50 delivery to your home.
Additional resources for students

www.twitter.com/wbc_steve
Websites
http://www.webopedia.com
http://www.whatis.com
http://en.wikipedia.org
Assessments:
• All assessments require an Assessment Cover Sheet properly filled out, before you hand
your assessment into your trainer.
• For electronic assessments, save the file in your name and the number of the
assessment.
• NB: no printer, computer, lost USB, or technical glitch will can be used as an excuse for
late assignments. Plan your work in time and back up so that you meet your
deadlines.
• For any assessments handed into the front desk, student must signed cover sheet and
get the tear off receipt slip signed by the person they hand in the assignment to.

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Assessment task No. 1
Date due: Week 7, Monday 9am
Weight: 40%
Competencies covered: BSBITB501A: Element 1.1, 1.3, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3,
Description
Diagram and label a small computer network including all hardware and peripherals, cables,
public and private network addresses, SSID, operating systems, applications (including
antivirus), storage capacity and memory size.
When you are finished,

1. Name your folder or file... NW_firstname lastname
2. Save a copy to your teacher’s W: drive
3. Present printed copy to your teacher

Date due: Week 7, Monday 9.15am - 10.30am
Weight: 40%
Competencies covered: BSBITB501A: Element 1, 2 and 3
Description
Closed book, multiple choice and short answer exam questions.

1. Hand in exam to your teacher
2. Go on break
3. Return to class after lunch

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Date due: Week 9, Monday before 1.30pm
Weight: 40%
Competencies covered: BSBITU401A: Element 1, 2, 3, 4
Description
Portfolio of completed work below

1. Name your folder or file... DB1_firstname lastname

Date due: Week 9, Monday 1.45pm-3pm
Weight: 40%
Competencies covered: BSBITU401A: Element 1, 2, 3, 4
Description
Closed book, workplace scenario.

1. Name your folder or file... DB2_firstname lastname
3. Hand in any printed items to your teacher (Include assessment cover sheet)

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Date due: Week 10, Wednesday
Weight: 80%
Competencies covered: BSBEBU401A: 1-3
Description
Presentation detailing the lifecycle of maintaining a website including identification and resolution of
incidents, errors and/or complaints with website.
Undertake data analysis, review website content and update and maintain a website throughout
the term ensuring the website and its content continues to meet requirements after
maintenance changes.

1. Name your presentation folder or file... Web_firstname lastname
3. Present printed copy to your teacher

Date due: Duration of term
Weight: 20%
Competencies covered: BSBITB501A, BSBITU401A, BSBEBU401A
Description
Class activities, attendance and participation

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Day Term 1, 2011

Trainer Stephen Mifsud

Competencies and Performance Criteria

This subject enables you to:

Develops your understanding of:

And your skills in:

2. Manage establishment of a workgroup PowerPoint 1, 2 & 6 BSBITB501A

Review website content and use 5&6 BSBEBU401A:

BSBITB501A Computer networks, BSBITU401A Databases, BSBEBU401A

3. Network control and security PowerPoint 1, 2 & 6 BSBITB501A

BSBITB501A Computer networks, BSBITU401A Databases, BSBEBU401A

4. Incident Management PowerPoint 1, 2 & 6 BSBITB501A

Creating database tables Tilde Pg. 25-39 3, 4 & 6 BSBITA401A:

Review website content and use PowerPoint 5&6 BSBEBU401A:

BSBITB501A Computer networks, BSBITU401A Databases, BSBEBU401A

5. Assist and train network users PowerPoint 2&6 BSBITB501A

Querying your database Tilde Pg. 40-55 3, 4 & 6 BSBITA401A:

Review website content and use PowerPoint 5&6 BSBEBU401A:

BSBITB501A Computer networks, BSBITU401A Databases, BSBEBU401A

6. Networks Review PowerPoint 1, 2 & 6 BSBITB501A

Creating forms Tilde Pg. 56- 3, 4 & 6 BSBITA401A:

BSBITB501A Computer networks, BSBITU401A Databases, BSBEBU401A

8. Standardising the appearance of Tilde Pg. 105-108 3, 4 & 6 BSBITA401A:

Review website content and use PowerPoint 5&6 BSBEBU401A:

BSBITB501A Computer networks, BSBITU401A Databases, BSBEBU401A

Finalise Website for presentation In class activity 5&6 BSBEBU401A:

10. Prepare presentation In class activity 5&6 BSBEBU401A:

BSBITB501A Computer networks, BSBITU401A Databases, BSBEBU401A

Pass Satisfactory achievement in all competencies. The student has demonstrated

Elementary or partial achievement in the course. The student has an elementary

Factors contributing to grades

Days Overdue Penalty Maximum Achievable Result

BSBITB501A Computer networks, BSBITU401A Databases, BSBEBU401A

BSBITB501A Computer networks, BSBITU401A Databases, BSBEBU401A

Additional resources for students

BSBITB501A Computer networks, BSBITU401A Databases, BSBEBU401A

When you are finished,

Assessment task No. 2

When you are finished,

BSBITB501A Computer networks, BSBITU401A Databases, BSBEBU401A

Competencies covered: BSBITU401A: Element 1, 2, 3, 4

When you are finished,

Assessment task No. 4

When you are finished,

BSBITB501A Computer networks, BSBITU401A Databases, BSBEBU401A

When you are finished,

Assessment task No. 6

BSBITB501A Computer networks, BSBITU401A Databases, BSBEBU401A

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