Elements and Performance Criteria

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.

Equipment may include:
asymmetric digital subscriber line (ADSL) or cable modems
external or internal storage devices
hubs
monitors
other peripheral devices
personal computers
personal digital assistant (PDA)
printers
switches
workstations.
Appropriate person may include:
authorised business representative
client
supervisor.
Hardware may include:
modems and other connectivity devices
networks
personal computers
remote sites
servers
workstations.
Software may include:
commercial applications
customised
in-house
organisation-specific
packaged.
Client may include:
external organisations
individuals
internal departments
internal employees.

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:
prepare a site in relation to impact on the installation schedule and identify environmental prerequisites prior to commencement of installation
sequence the preparatory steps, taking into account time and budget constraints.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
staff resources and technical equipment
live network
server and workstation hardware and software
several different device types to be installed
number of scenarios, such as LANs incorporating hubs, routers and peripherals
appropriate learning and assessment support when required
modified equipment for people with special needs.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
verbal or written questioning to assess candidate’s knowledge of the technologies and associated protocols associated with system installation
direct observation of candidate installing cables and other environmental equipment
evaluation of candidate’s site installation report.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support.
In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.