University of Exeter Handbook (Physics) Questions/Comments Department (Physics)

Computer Network and Webserver Manager

Role Description

Computer Network

  1. Ensure the efficient operation of computer network.
  2. Plan and implement its future development.
  3. Liaise with IT Services concerning connection to campus and beyond.
  4. Enable those managing computer equipment to connect to the network for the academic purposes of the School.
  5. Authorise on behalf on the HoS the connection of devices to the network under section 5.3 in accordance with the Regulations for the use of Computing Facilities.
  6. Manage the range of IP addresses assigned to the School.
  7. Prevent equipment connected to the network from interfering with other users of the network.
  8. Advise the School and its members on networking issues.

Webserver Manager

  1. Maintain an efficient and reliable WWW server.
  2. Maintain and develop the front page and overall structure of the server.
  3. Develop guidelines as circumstances require for the style and behaviour, and accessiblity of School WWW pages.
  4. Enable School members to publish their own pages on the WWW for the academic purposes of the School.
  5. Advise the School and its members on good practice for publishing material on the WWW.
  6. Deal appropriately with email sent to webmaster@newton.ex.ac.uk.
  7. On receipt of signed consent form, facilitate creation of directory linked to http://newton.ex.ac.uk/staff/ for new staff members. Forward consent forms to School Administrator for filing with personnel records.

Important Dates

Not applicable

Links Within School

External Links


University of Exeter Handbook (Physics) Questions/Comments Department (Physics)