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Install and configure a small to medium business network
Install and configure a small to medium business network
Unit of competency
National Code
ICTTEN2208A
ICTTEN2208A
State Code
D3440
D3440
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/04/2014
Field of Education
031307 - Communications Technologies
Original Release Date
15/04/2014
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to establish and support a small to medium business network capable of providing wide area network (WAN) connectivity and common web internet services. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement but users should confirm requirements with the relevant federal, state or territory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for the installation of a small to medium enterprise network
- 1.1. Prepare for given work confirming site specific occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental requirements with appropriate personnel
- 1.2. Identify safety hazards and implement risk control measures in consultation with appropriate personnel
- 1.3. Determine nature and scope of the business network and network resources from job briefs or appropriate personnel
- 1.4. Select and obtain computer system and network device requirements according to enterprise procedures
- 1.5. Obtain operating instructions, manuals, hardware and software testing methodologies
- 1.6. Consult appropriate personnel to ensure the task is coordinated effectively with others involved at the work site
2. Install and configure a small to medium enterprise network
- 2.1. Set up wired infrastructure according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures
- 2.2. Set up and configure resource sharing on a network server
- 2.3. Install WAN connection and ISP services and configure according to enterprise procedures
- 2.4. Troubleshoot network and internet connectivity according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures
- 2.5. Implement data backup and disaster recovery measures according to enterprise procedures
3. Complete and document network installation
- 3.1. Restore worksite to safe condition according to established safety procedures
- 3.2. Record and store essential installation information according to enterprise procedures
- 3.3. Notify appropriate personnel about the completion of the task according to enterprise procedures
- 3.4. Notify customer and obtain sign off
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
OHS may include:
awards provisions
hazardous substances and dangerous goods code
legislation
local safe operation procedures
material safety management systems
protective equipment.
Environmental requirements may include:
dust
excessive energy and water use
excessive noise
fume
gas
liquid waste
smoke emissions
solid waste
vapour.
Appropriate personnel may include:
client
customer
manager
network manager
site engineer
supervisor.
Network resources may include:
dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) server
domain name system (DNS) server
files
software
web browser.
Network device may include:
router
server
switch
wired infrastructure for a small to medium size business.
Enterprise procedures may include:
instructions:
designs
drawings
job sheets
plans
manufacturer's specifications
operational procedures
reporting and communication
use of tools and equipment.
Wired infrastructure may include:
connectors and cabling
copper cables
distribution frames
fibre cables.
Essential installation information may include:
installation software
IP addressing schemes
logical and physical diagrams
network administrator codes
passwords
security access codes.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
OHS may include:
awards provisions
hazardous substances and dangerous goods code
legislation
local safe operation procedures
material safety management systems
protective equipment.
Environmental requirements may include:
dust
excessive energy and water use
excessive noise
fume
gas
liquid waste
smoke emissions
solid waste
vapour.
Appropriate personnel may include:
client
customer
manager
network manager
site engineer
supervisor.
Network resources may include:
dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) server
domain name system (DNS) server
files
software
web browser.
Network device may include:
router
server
switch
wired infrastructure for a small to medium size business.
Enterprise procedures may include:
instructions:
designs
drawings
job sheets
plans
manufacturer's specifications
operational procedures
reporting and communication
use of tools and equipment.
Wired infrastructure may include:
connectors and cabling
copper cables
distribution frames
fibre cables.
Essential installation information may include:
installation software
IP addressing schemes
logical and physical diagrams
network administrator codes
passwords
security access codes.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
implement OHS workplace procedures and practices
plan the installation of a network that uses subnet addressing and provides ISP services
set up and configure wired infrastructure
troubleshoot local network and WAN connectivity and services
configure resource sharing on a network server
provide network data backup and disaster recovery.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
a site where installation of a small to medium business network may be conducted
use of tools, equipment and materials currently used in industry
relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.
Methods of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct observation of the candidate installing and configuring a small to medium business network
direct observation of the candidate providing network data backup and disaster recovery
oral or written questioning to assess required knowledge.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICTTEN2207A Install and configure a home or small office network.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non-English speaking background may have second language issues.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the oral communication skill level, and language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
implement OHS workplace procedures and practices
plan the installation of a network that uses subnet addressing and provides ISP services
set up and configure wired infrastructure
troubleshoot local network and WAN connectivity and services
configure resource sharing on a network server
provide network data backup and disaster recovery.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
a site where installation of a small to medium business network may be conducted
use of tools, equipment and materials currently used in industry
relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.
Methods of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct observation of the candidate installing and configuring a small to medium business network
direct observation of the candidate providing network data backup and disaster recovery
oral or written questioning to assess required knowledge.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICTTEN2207A Install and configure a home or small office network.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non-English speaking background may have second language issues.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the oral communication skill level, and language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWD61 | ICTTEN204 | Install and configure a small to medium business network | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| A103 | UEE20511 | Certificate II in Computer Assembly and Repair | Qualification |
| J810 | ICT20113 | Certificate II in Telecommunications Technology | Qualification |
| W795 | ICT20110 | Certificate II in Telecommunications Technology | Qualification |