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Install and test an internet protocol device in convergence networks

Install and test an internet protocol device in convergence networks

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTTEN2105A
State Code
D3437
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/06/2010
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2013
Field of Education
031305 - Computer Engineering
Original Release Date
26/11/2013
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to install and test internet protocol (IP) based telecommunications networking using convergent technologies.This entry-level unit introduces IP convergence of the emerging technologies used in telecommunications to deliver services of Next Generation Networks (NGN) by configuring and testing an IP device.NGN services include internet protocol TV (IPTV), IP security, digital home networks, IP based cable access TV (CATV), IP Core and Access Networks, home automation, interactive TV, radio frequency identification (RFID), biometric recognition systems, mesh networks, smart grids and cloud computing. 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. Gather information to prepare the installation of an IP device
  • 1.1. Obtain and clarify occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and environmental requirements for a given work area with appropriate person
  • 1.2. Identify safety hazards and notify appropriate personnel
  • 1.3. Obtain identified operating instructions, manuals, hardware and software testing methodologies
  • 1.4. Obtain documentation on a range of IP devices that can be networked according to the open system interconnection (OSI) reference model in networking
  • 1.5. Obtain the range of required IP devices to be connected to the network and identify the IP based telecommunications application that will be provided
2. Prepare for the installation of an IP device
  • 2.1. Select an IP device for installation that can be integrated into the existing network
  • 2.2. Obtain appropriate hardware, software, network protocols, peripheral devices and media types and connectors for configuration process
  • 2.3. Draw the physical topology of the device connection to the network and seek approval from the appropriate person
  • 2.4. Obtain configuration details to start setting up the device
3. Configure and test the IP device
  • 3.1. Determine network addressing scheme for mapping network connectivity and verify by calculations
  • 3.2. Assign a valid static IP address to the device
  • 3.3. Use network commands to determine and verify the media access control (MAC) address, the IP address and network performance of the device
  • 3.4. Determine security threats and initiate security solutions to prevent security breaches according to enterprise procedures
4. Complete and document network installation
  • 4.1. Restore work site to safe condition according to established safety procedures
  • 4.2. Record and store essential installation information according to enterprise procedures
  • 4.3. Notify appropriate person about the completion of the task according to enterprise procedures
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 requirements 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 person may include:
customer
network manager
site manager
supervisor.
IP devices may include:
asymmetric digital subscriber line (ADSL) router
biometric device:
face recognition
fingerprint scanner
iris recognition scanner
voice recognition
computer network:
data switch
gateway
hub
router
server
wireless access point (AP)
IP CCTV unit or camera
IP security alarm panel
IP wireless router
radio frequency identification (RFID) device
voice over internet protocol (VoIP) phone.
Open System Interconnection (OSI) reference model has 7 layers including:
L1 - physical
L2 - data link
L3 - network
L4 - transport
L5 - session
L6 - presentation
L7 - application.
Network may include:
carrier access network
carrier core network
client-server network
Ethernet
home network
internet
intranet
IPTV
local area networks (LAN)
mesh network
peer-to-peer network
RFID
smart grid network
virtual private network (VPN)
VoIP
wide area network (WAN)
wireless local area network (WLAN or WiFi).
IP based telecommunications application may include:
IP security network
IP-PBX
IPTV
VoIP
Web 2 applications.
Hardware may include:
displays
DSL modems
external drives
IP device
memory
mobile equipment
motherboard
network interface card (NIC) card
uninterrupted power supply (UPS)
workstations.
Software may include:
configuration software
diagnostic software
modem driver
MS office suite
operating system (OS)
printer driver.
Network protocols may include:
address resolution protocol (ARP)
dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP)
file transfer protocol (FTP)
H.323
hypertext transfer protocol HTTP
IP
simple network management protocol (SNMP)
transmission control protocol (TCP)/IP
telnet
wireless application protocol (WAP).
Peripheral devices may include:
Bluetooth device
IP speakers
modem
printer
RFID reader
scanner
USB and Firewire devices
webcam.
Media types and connectors may include:
type:
cable:
Category 5, 5e, 6 or 7
coaxial
crossover
optical fibre
roll over
straight through
wireless
connectors:
BNC
FC
RJ45
SC
ST.
Configuration details may include:
access levels
authorisation level
encapsulation
encryption
IP addressing and subnet mask
security level.
Network addressing scheme may include:
dynamic addressing
IPv4 addressing
IPv6 addressing
static addressing
subnet addressing.
Calculations may include:
binary addition
binary conversion
binary multiplication
binary number system
binary subtraction.
Network commands may include:
ping
prompt
traceroute
tracert.
Security threats may include:
denial of service (DoS) attack
hacking
phishing
spoofing
trojans
viruses
worms.
Security solutions may include:
firewalls
hacking preventions
IPSec
password logons
public key infrastructure (PKI)
secure sockets layer (SSL)
wired equivalency protection (WEP)
WiFi protected access (WPA).
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:
prepare for the installation of an IP device connected to a network
set up and configure IP device with simple addressing schemes
test and secure the device against security threats
produce essential installation information
follow OHS workplace procedures and practices.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
a small network with IP devices
tools, equipment, materials and documentation required for installing and testing IP device
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 testing IP devices
review of drawings of and records for installation
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of personal computer systems.
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
ICTTEN2208A Install and configure a small to medium business 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
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