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Install and configure a wireless mesh network
Install and configure a wireless mesh network
Unit of competency
National Code
ICTTEN4050A
ICTTEN4050A
State Code
D3454
D3454
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/06/2014
Field of Education
031305 - Computer Engineering
Original Release Date
12/06/2014
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to install and configure a wireless mesh network comprised of radio nodes organised in a mesh topology. Wireless mesh networks provide users with secure wireless roaming beyond traditional wireless local area network (LAN) boundaries and are readily deployed in areas that lack wired backhaul.The mesh topology and ad-hoc routing give mesh networks stability, offer redundancy and have the ability to self form and self heal. Mesh networks enable local communities and those in remote areas to participate in a distributed shared network without the need for centralised management.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. Configure wireless mesh nodes and wireless access points
- 1.1. Determine internet protocol (IP) addressing schemes from design plan obtained from appropriate person
- 1.2. Confirm compatibility of factory installed firmware in wireless routers with mesh routing requirements, otherwise install upgrade firmware
- 1.3. Configure wireless routersettings and wireless fidelity (WiFi) wireless access pointsettings for inclusion in mesh network
- 1.4. Connect mesh node and access node back-to-back via a straight LAN cable according to design plan
2. Connect separate mesh networks via backbone
- 2.1. Configure routing software on mesh and backbone nodes to enable mesh traffic to reach backbone
- 2.2. Connect mesh node and backbone node back-to-back via a straight LAN cable
- 2.3. Configure gateway server and gateway node and add required services to the network
3. Test connectivity within mesh network
- 3.1. Assemble all wireless mesh routers with configuration sheets attached and power up the routers
- 3.2. Connect PC to a wireless mesh router and confirm that an IP address is provided automatically by dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP)
- 3.3. Confirm connectivity to mesh nodes and the gateway by pinging individual IP addresses, and rectify faulty nodes if required
4. Test network connectivity via wireless backbone
- 4.1. Install mesh nodes according to design plan
- 4.2. Install and align directional antennas on wireless backbone path according to installation instructions and occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures
- 4.3. Confirm connectivity between mesh clusters at either end of wireless backbone
5. Clean up work site and complete administrative work
- 5.1. Remove waste from work site, dispose of according to environmental requirements and restore work area to customer's satisfaction
- 5.2. Update documentation records and make recommendations according to the enterprise policy
- 5.3. Notify the customer of job completion 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.
Appropriate person may include:
network engineer
project designer
project manager.
Upgrade firmware may include:
OpenWrt Linux based firmware
Freifunk firmware
MIT Roofnet.
Wireless routersettings may include:
LAN settings:
firewall usage
LAN IP address and subnet mask
LAN protocol
routing protocol:
optimised link state routing (OLSR)
system settings:
country
host name
wireless settings:
basic service set identifier (BSSID)
channel number/frequency
extended service set identifier (ESSID)
wireless LAN (WLAN) IP address
WLAN IP address and subnet mask
WLAN mode
WLAN protocol.
WiFi wireless access point settings may include:
settings:
DHCP settings:
maximum number of DHCP users
starting IP address
DHCP type
router IP address
router name
wireless settings:
wireless channel number or frequency
wireless network name (SSID).
Straight LAN cable may include:
Category 5
Category 5e
Category 6.
Gateway server may include:
connection to another network
connection to the internet
via asymmetrical digital subscriber line (ADSL).
Services may include:
domain name system (DNS)
mail server
web proxy.
Configuration sheets may include:
host name
LAN settings
routing protocol
software or firmware version
WAN settings
wireless router details
wireless settings.
Align may include:
azimuth angle
elevation angle
set antenna polarisation:
horizontal
vertical.
Documentation records may include:
configuration details:
access point
gateway
router
IP Addresses
signal levels.
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.
Appropriate person may include:
network engineer
project designer
project manager.
Upgrade firmware may include:
OpenWrt Linux based firmware
Freifunk firmware
MIT Roofnet.
Wireless routersettings may include:
LAN settings:
firewall usage
LAN IP address and subnet mask
LAN protocol
routing protocol:
optimised link state routing (OLSR)
system settings:
country
host name
wireless settings:
basic service set identifier (BSSID)
channel number/frequency
extended service set identifier (ESSID)
wireless LAN (WLAN) IP address
WLAN IP address and subnet mask
WLAN mode
WLAN protocol.
WiFi wireless access point settings may include:
settings:
DHCP settings:
maximum number of DHCP users
starting IP address
DHCP type
router IP address
router name
wireless settings:
wireless channel number or frequency
wireless network name (SSID).
Straight LAN cable may include:
Category 5
Category 5e
Category 6.
Gateway server may include:
connection to another network
connection to the internet
via asymmetrical digital subscriber line (ADSL).
Services may include:
domain name system (DNS)
mail server
web proxy.
Configuration sheets may include:
host name
LAN settings
routing protocol
software or firmware version
WAN settings
wireless router details
wireless settings.
Align may include:
azimuth angle
elevation angle
set antenna polarisation:
horizontal
vertical.
Documentation records may include:
configuration details:
access point
gateway
router
IP Addresses
signal levels.
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:
configure wireless mesh nodes
install wireless mesh nodes, access point nodes and gateway
test nodes for connectivity.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
sites on which configuring and installing wireless mesh network may be conducted
technical documentation.
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:
direct observation of the candidate configuring wireless mesh routers
direct observation of the candidate installing wireless mesh nodes, access point nodes and gateway
direct observation of the candidate testing nodes for connectivity
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:
ICTTEN5217A Plan a wireless mesh network
ICTRFN3055A Install a radio communications antenna and feedline.
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:
configure wireless mesh nodes
install wireless mesh nodes, access point nodes and gateway
test nodes for connectivity.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
sites on which configuring and installing wireless mesh network may be conducted
technical documentation.
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:
direct observation of the candidate configuring wireless mesh routers
direct observation of the candidate installing wireless mesh nodes, access point nodes and gateway
direct observation of the candidate testing nodes for connectivity
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:
ICTTEN5217A Plan a wireless mesh network
ICTRFN3055A Install a radio communications antenna and feedline.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWD45 | ICTTEN404 | Install and configure a wireless mesh network | Unit of competency |
