WCG PT Intermediate Application Administrator – 30 Minute Real-Time Assessment Intermediate Application Administrator Real-Time Assessment April 2024 Instructions: Please read through the following questions and provide your answers. There is a 30-minute time limit for this assessment. Answer as many questions as possible within the given time frame. This assessment is out of a total of 30 marks. SECTION 1: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS (8 Marks) 1. What is the primary purpose of performance monitoring in application administration (1 mark) *A) To increase application downtimeB) To ensure optimal application performanceC) To reduce the number of usersD) To increase data storage costs 2. Which tool is most likely used for tracking application performance metrics? (1 mark)*A) Word processorB) SpreadsheetC) Monitoring softwareD) Text editor 3. What reason are change management processes important? (1 mark)*A) To ensure that personnel changes are recorded B) To plan, test, and implement application changes minimally disrupting operations C) To decrease system securityD) To limit access to information 4. As an Application Administrator, why is it crucial to provide end-user training? (1 mark) *A) To prevent users from using the applicationB) To ensure users are dependent on technical supportC) To empower users to use the application effectivelyD) To increase the workload of the administrative team 5. In the context of system administration, what does the acronym ‘CMDB’ stand for? (1 mark)*A) Change Management DatabaseB) Configuration Management DatabaseC) Complete Management DatabaseD) Computer Management Database 6. Which of the following is not a responsibility of an Application Administrator? (1 mark)A) Optimizing SQL queriesB) Hardware troubleshootingC) Implementing change management processesD) Setting up monitoring tools 7. In LOGIS, what is the significance of the module configuration? (1 mark)*A) It sets user permissions and roles.B) It adjusts the graphical user interfaceC) It facilitates the integration with other software.D) It records transaction logs. 8. What does LOGIS stand for in the context of an Application Administrator’s role within the Provincial Treasury? (1 mark)A) Logistical Integration SystemB) Logistics Information SystemC) Logical Information SystemD) Logistical Implementation System SECTION 2: SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS (10 Marks) 1. Describe the importance of analysing logs in application management. (2 marks) * 2. Describe a primary method for optimising application configurations. (2 marks) * 3. Explain the term ‘bottleneck’ in the context of application performance. (2 marks) * 4. What should an Application Administrator do immediately after deploying a new application version? (2 marks) 5. Describe the importance of continuous improvement in application administration. (2 marks) SECTION 3: LONG ANSWER QUESTIONS (12 Marks) 1. Explain how you would handle a situation where a critical application starts underperforming during peak hours (4 marks) 2. Outline the steps you would take to manage a major update to an enterprise-level application. (4 marks) 3. Discuss the integration capabilities of LOGIS with other enterprise systems and its impact on organizational efficiency. (4 marks) Full Name* Email Address* Acknowledgement: By submitting this assessment, you consent to the collection, processing, and storage of your personal information for the purpose(s) of this application Submit
