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Verify new software and hardware releases

Verify new software and hardware releases

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTTEN608
State Code
AWC95
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/07/2016
Field of Education
031309 - Communications Equipment Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
05/07/2016
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to authenticate compliance and compatibility of software and hardware to an existing system for new software and hardware releases for an existing system or new infrastructure for convergence to Next Generation Networks (NGN).It applies to individuals with high-level technical skills who make use of software test routines and test hardware for performance to manufacturer’s and design specifications.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan testing of new software releases
  • 1.1 Obtain manuals, specifications and instructions associated with new releases and identify areas of uncertainty for confirmation with the vendor
  • 1.2 Plan the testing environment of the software release and likely impact with network management centre
  • 1.3 Determine resources required to assist with the test, and negotiate their availability
  • 1.4 Determine and plan outage and notify network management centre as required
  • 1.5 Notify customers of impact on the network during the test
  • 1.6 Develop contingency plans to cater for likely problems during the test, including health and safety issues
2. Test software and hardware units
  • 2.1 Load new software and conduct tests using appropriate test equipment according to vendor specifications
  • 2.2 Evaluate test results to assess functionality and features of software and hardware according to vendor documentation
  • 2.3 Test compatibility with existing network and take corrective action with vendor as required
  • 2.4 Implement contingency plans in conjunction with network management if integrity of the network is compromised by the new release
3. Undertake administrative work
  • 3.1 Document test results and store according to enterprise policy
  • 3.2 Discuss ongoing or likely problems with the vendor and initiate follow-up arrangements to ensure a permanent solution
  • 3.3 Provide clearance for software and hardware release to be put in service in the system, according to enterprise procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3500 ICTTEN6094A Verify new software and hardware releases Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCV62 ICTTEN619 Test new software and hardware releases Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZI7 ICT60615 Advanced Diploma of Telecommunications Network Engineering Qualification