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Connect a home based local wireless network

Connect a home based local wireless network

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTSAS217
State Code
OBS66
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/07/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/01/2021
Field of Education
020113 - Networks And Communications
Original Release Date
15/01/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install, configure and secure network components, such as a wireless router and adapters, to a small home based local wireless network.It applies to individuals who, while working under a level of supervision, have responsibility in a frontline technical support capacity to connect a wireless router and adapters to a home-based wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) network to provide wireless connectivity to compatible devices.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for installation
  • 1.1 Document client requirements and confirm with required personnel
  • 1.2 Identify documentation and technical support options
  • 1.3 Identify digital devices to be connected to the network and confirm wireless network component requirements
  • 1.4 Determine and confirm vendor warranty and support services
  • 1.5 Identify required work health and safety (WHS) standards for installation process
2. Install and configure wireless router and adapters
  • 2.1 Access digital devices and wireless network components
  • 2.2 Validate contents of delivered components and physical contents match packing list and resolve discrepancies if required
  • 2.3 Determine internet service provider (ISP) connection properties
  • 2.4 Install wireless router according to manufacturer specifications
  • 2.5 Configure wireless router using router configuration properties
  • 2.6 Install wireless adapters according to manufacturer specifications
  • 2.7 Configure Wi-Fi system according to router configuration properties
3. Secure the wireless system and finalise connection
  • 3.1 Set security components of Wi-Fi system
  • 3.2 Test security components and connectivity of Wi-Fi system
  • 3.3 Update documentation regarding security issues and components used
  • 3.4 Store any unused adapters
  • 3.5 Dispose of waste following environmental guidelines
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUW27 ICTSAS209 Connect and use a home based local wireless network Unit of competency