I read through TechNet and couldn't find a definitive answer. I understand if you are troubleshooting you may need to look at WSUS but otherwise shouldn't a patching admin only work in the ConfigMgr console?
Daniel Ratliff The information transmitted is intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain CONFIDENTIAL material. If you receive this material/information in error, please contact the sender and delete or destroy the material/information.