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Cut over new and replacement network equipment

Cut over new and replacement network equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTTEN522
State Code
OCV56
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/03/2021
Field of Education
020113 - Networks And Communications
Original Release Date
29/03/2021
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to cut over new and replacement network equipment by checking plans, obtaining equipment and supplies, initiating tests and completing administrative tasks.It applies to individuals who may be field officers, technicians and technical supervisors for carriers, contractors or other service providers, who are involved in fast changeover of new and existing equipment in networks, including digital switching and transmission, wireless and optical networks.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan cut over strategy
  • 1.1 Obtain work details and scope from relevant personnel and arrange for site access in compliance with required security arrangements, legislation, codes, regulations and standards
  • 1.2 Prepare a cut over management plan in agreement with relevant personnel, regulations and service obligations
  • 1.3 Obtain available incident management plan, otherwise prepare a contingency plan according to organisational requirements
  • 1.4 Notify relevant personnel of action planned and obtain authority to proceed
2. Cut over and test required network equipment
  • 2.1 Perform cut over activities and tests according to the incident plan, technical manuals and specifications
  • 2.2 Record and assess test results and confirm problems identified during cut over are rectified and escalated according to enterprise procedures
  • 2.3 Analyse system monitoring alerts and alarms for fault conditions
  • 2.4 Enact contingency plans in the event of major problems during cut over
3. Complete administrative tasks
  • 3.1 Complete test result sheets and hand over to relevant personnel
  • 3.2 Confirm functionality and that customer issues resulting from an incident have been resolved
  • 3.3 Confirm site is cleaned and ready for operational staff
  • 3.4 Complete work documentation and administrative tasks and forward to required area according to enterprise policy
  • 3.5 Notify relevant personnel of project completion and obtain sign-off
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWD13 ICTTEN507 Cut over new and replacement network equipment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGJ4 ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology Qualification