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Administer a data communications network
Administer a data communications network
Unit of competency
National Code
ICTTEN5147A
ICTTEN5147A
State Code
D3486
D3486
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/11/2010
Field of Education
031309 - Communications Equipment Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
01/11/2010
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage and administer a data communications network in a local area network (LAN) or wide area network (WAN).The activity may involve new facilities and applications for an existing network or new infrastructure for convergence to Next Generation Networks (NGN).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. Install and configure a network
- 1.1. Prepare the physical and logical structure of a LAN design to resolve hardware and software compatibility conflicts
- 1.2. Prepare file server and install network server software
- 1.3. Execute workstation boot procedures and verify network and work station functionality
- 1.4. Document network physical connections and workstation characteristics
2. Set up network facilities
- 2.1. Configure set-up procedures for a network print server, network printer and a shared file system
- 2.2. Connect a bridge or router between two networks
- 2.3. Set up a gateway for a network
- 2.4. Set up a logical disk or volume structure
3. Administer user accounts
- 3.1. Create a user account and a user log script
- 3.2. Produce a document of network users for notification of their access rights and privileges
- 3.3. Add and delete users to maintain an update user list
- 3.4. Establish disk quotas for users
- 3.5. Develop common user security procedures and set up user profiles
4. Install common applications
- 4.1. Install and configure an application in client-server mode
- 4.2. Establish security and multiple access to an application
- 4.3. Set up and configure an email client and a browser for the client
5. Install and configure systems applications
- 5.1. Configure a backup system for redundancy according to customer policy
- 5.2. Administer disk fault tolerance and redundancy techniques
6. Maintain system integrity
- 6.1. Implement system integrity and system monitoring techniques to provide a reliable customer data network
- 6.2. Use diagnostic software to detect and isolate system faults
- 6.3. Produce a report to the customer on the network performance and fault occurrence with recommendations for improving the integrity of the data communications network
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.
Network may include:
billing network
computers and communications technology:
applications and systems software
bridge
cabling
network printer
remote user equipment
router
servers
switch
workstations
internet protocol (IP) access network
LAN
mesh network
multi protocol label switching (MPLS) network
storage network
WAN.
Software may include:
free downloads
open source
patches
proprietary.
Application may include:
applications in NGN delivering multiple services:
◦ broadband access
◦ data transfer
◦ internet protocol TV (IPTV)
◦ mobile data
◦ multimedia
voice over IP (VoIP).
Backup system may be:
local backup
remote backup.
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.
Network may include:
billing network
computers and communications technology:
applications and systems software
bridge
cabling
network printer
remote user equipment
router
servers
switch
workstations
internet protocol (IP) access network
LAN
mesh network
multi protocol label switching (MPLS) network
storage network
WAN.
Software may include:
free downloads
open source
patches
proprietary.
Application may include:
applications in NGN delivering multiple services:
◦ broadband access
◦ data transfer
◦ internet protocol TV (IPTV)
◦ mobile data
◦ multimedia
voice over IP (VoIP).
Backup system may be:
local backup
remote backup.
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:
establish and configure a data communications network
set up and maintain systems, facilities, applications, and software
administer user accounts
diagnose and isolate system faults.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
sites where communications network and systems user accounts can be administered
use of equipment currently used in industry
relevant regulations and company policies that impact on communications network activities.
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:
review of report prepared by the candidate outlining network performance and fault occurrence with recommendations for improvement
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of establishment and administration of communications network
direct observation of the candidate performing installation of network (LAN or WAN), applications, and backup, and administering network system testing.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICTTEN5200A Install, configure and test a local area network switch
ICTTEN5201A Install, configure and test a server.
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:
establish and configure a data communications network
set up and maintain systems, facilities, applications, and software
administer user accounts
diagnose and isolate system faults.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
sites where communications network and systems user accounts can be administered
use of equipment currently used in industry
relevant regulations and company policies that impact on communications network activities.
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:
review of report prepared by the candidate outlining network performance and fault occurrence with recommendations for improvement
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of establishment and administration of communications network
direct observation of the candidate performing installation of network (LAN or WAN), applications, and backup, and administering network system testing.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICTTEN5200A Install, configure and test a local area network switch
ICTTEN5201A Install, configure and test a server.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWD09 | ICTTEN511 | Administer a data communications network | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W815 | ICT50410 | Diploma of Radio Frequency Networks | Qualification |
| W813 | ICT50210 | Diploma of Telecommunications Network Engineering | Qualification |