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Install hardware to networks

Install hardware to networks

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTNWK429
State Code
OBT70
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
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, manage and install new hardware components in a network.It applies to individuals involved in technical Information and Communications Technology (ICT) support roles, including network administrators who support network hardware in a peer-to-peer or client-server networked environment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine network hardware requirements
  • 1.1 Determine network hardware and cabling requirements for local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), wireless networks according to organisational requirements
  • 1.2 Identify any mobile equipment access design limitations according to task requirements
  • 1.3 Determine effectiveness of organisational guidelines, purchasing policies, procedures, licensing arrangements and budget according to organisational requirements
2. Obtain and test network hardware
  • 2.1 Identify technical specifications for required hardware according to task requirements
  • 2.2 Test hardware capability according to organisational and technical requirements
  • 2.3 Document recommendations and provide document to required personnel
  • 2.4 Determine and document licensing requirements and security issues according to organisational and industry standards
  • 2.5 Obtain hardware according to recommendations and organisational requirements
3. Install and configure network hardware
  • 3.1 Install hardware according to manufacturer and organisational policies, procedures and guidelines
  • 3.2 Configure and test installation according to manufacturer and task requirements
4. Provide instruction and support for installed products
  • 4.1 Determine and document organisational user instructions and requirements from installed products
  • 4.2 Provide instruction document to required personnel according to organisational requirements
  • 4.3 Seek evaluation and feedback from required personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUP73 ICTNWK410 Install hardware to a network Unit of competency