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Install, configure and test a payment gateway

Install, configure and test a payment gateway

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTNWK521
State Code
AUV13
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
020113 - Networks And Communications
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install, configure and test a payment gateway that enables translation of electronic payment information provided online into a form accessible to a merchant processor.It applies to individuals in the network or web development area who are required to build e-commerce facilities into websites.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare server and e-business software for payment site
  • 1.1 Analyse client requirements and regulatory requirements
  • 1.2 Evaluate payment software and select appropriate software to meet specifications, including security and privacy benchmarks
  • 1.3 Review and compare online merchant options
  • 1.4 Choose payment method with reference to business requirements and client expectations
  • 1.5 Test payment software and evaluate to ensure suitability and compatibility with current system and to meet client needs
2. Install payment gateway
  • 2.1 Install selected payment software
  • 2.2 Establish online merchant account
  • 2.3 Configure web pages and back-end solutions to handle requests and integrate with the database for each transaction
  • 2.4 Obtain merchant account information from the financial institution
  • 2.5 Implement appropriate security systems to protect the payment infrastructure
  • 2.6 Configure payment gateway to accept the appropriate payment methods and transaction types according to business requirements
3. Test payment gateway
  • 3.1 Check transaction server for functionality against expected performance benchmarks
  • 3.2 Test gateway using transaction types
  • 3.3 Verify transactions by using the administrative functions of chosen payment software
  • 3.4 Document payment gateway
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7971 ICANWK521A Install, configure and test a payment gateway Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
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