Assessor Resource

ICAS5192B
Configure an internet gateway

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit defines the competency required to connect network hardware devices, mainly personal computers, to a internet gateway.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Prerequisites

ICAI4097C

Install and configure a network

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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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 following is essential:

Assessment must confirm the ability to connect network hardware devices to an internet gateway and configure and test them.

To demonstrate competency in this unit the learner will require access to:

Network with internet access

Personal computer

Context of and specific resources for assessment

An internet gateway is the hardware or software set-up that translates between two dissimilar protocols and which provides a system for converting messages between TCP/IP and other protocols. Using internet gateways, various networks around the world can effectively become one large network. By reviewing a variety of internet gateways and talking with ISPs, a better understanding of gateway products and their applications will be achieved.

Any internet gateway needs to be configured according to the needs of the client and consideration should be given to redundancy with reference to fault tolerance and back-up links.

The breadth, depth and complexity covering planning and initiation of alternative approaches to skills or knowledge applications across a broad range of technical and/or management requirements, evaluation and coordination would be characteristic.

The demonstration of competency may also require self-directed application of knowledge and skills, with substantial depth in some areas where judgement is required in planning and selecting appropriate equipment, services and techniques for self and others.

Assessment must ensure:

Applications involve participation in development of strategic initiatives as well as personal responsibility and autonomy in performing complex technical operations or organising others. It may include participation in teams including teams concerned with planning and evaluation functions. Group or team coordination may also be involved.

Method of assessment

The purpose of this unit is to define the standard of performance to be achieved in the workplace. In undertaking training and assessment activities related to this unit, consideration should be given to the implementation of appropriate diversity and accessibility practices in order to accommodate people who may have special needs. Additional guidance on these and related matters is provided in ICA05 Section 1.

Competency in this unit should be assessed using summative assessment to ensure consistency of performance in a range of contexts. This unit can be assessed either in the workplace or in a simulated environment. However, simulated activities must closely reflect the workplace to enable full demonstration of competency.

Assessment will usually include observation of real or simulated work processes and procedures and/or performance in a project context as well as questioning on underpinning knowledge and skills. The questioning of team members, supervisors, subordinates, peers and clients where appropriate may provide valuable input to the assessment process. The interdependence of units for assessment purposes may vary with the particular project or scenario.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.

An individual demonstrating this competency would be able to:

Demonstrate understanding of a broad knowledge base incorporating theoretical concepts, with substantial depth in some areas

Analyse and plan approaches to technical problems or management requirements

Transfer and apply theoretical concepts and/or technical or creative skills to a range of situations

Evaluate information, using it to forecast for planning or research purposes

Take responsibility for own outputs in relation to broad quantity and quality parameters

Take some responsibility for the achievement of group outcomes

Maintain knowledge of industry products and services

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

Installation and configuration of computer hardware and software

Use of proprietary software

Business analysis skills

Communicating with clients

Required knowledge

Features and functions of network gateways; network architecture, including switches, routers, hubs, bridges as required; network operating systems and desktop operating systems

Gateway software (e.g. Cisco IpeXchange, Postoffices, Lotus Notes

Domain name server (DNS) resolution

Current browser software (e.g. MS Explorer, Netscape Navigator, Mozilla, Konqueror, Opera)

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.

Software may include but is not limited to:

commercial, in-house, packaged or customised software

Hardware may include but is not limited to:

workstations

personal computers

modems or other connectivity devices

networks

DSL modems

remote sites

servers

Architecture may include but is not limited to:

Operating system: Novell NetWare 5 or above or other operating system that has multi-user ability, Linux, Mac OS, Windows 2000 or above

Database software: Oracle, Sybase, Microsoft SQL server, Ingres, DB2, Informix, mSQL, MySQL, SQL server

Configuration: small memory model, large memory model, requests per second

Security plan may include:

theft

viruses

standards (including archival, back-up, network)

privacy

audits

alerts

usually relates directly to the security objectives of the organisation

Firewalls may include:

hardware appliances

proxy servers or individual PC solutions, with varying functionality, including network address translation (NAT)/IP masquerading and routing to specific machines

Client may include but is not limited to:

internal departments

external organisations

individual people

employees

Network may include but is not limited to:

large and small LANs

VPNs

WANs

the internet

the use of the PSTN for dial-up modems only

private lines

data

voice

Connection type may include:

dial-up

dedicated or proxy connections

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Confirm and validate client requirements 
Determine scope of internet services with reference to client requirements 
Identify and install components, both hardware and software 
Verify equipment specifications and availability of components 
Assess security features of internet gateways with reference to architecture and securityplan 
Review security measures with the internet serviceprovider (ISP) with reference to firewalls and other measures as required 
Brief users on the security plan with reference to internet use and hazard possibilities 
Identify and select installation and configuration options 
Install and configure gateway products and equipment as required by technical guidelines 
Plan and execute tests with reference to client requirements and network impact 
Analyse error reports and make changes as required 
Assign node to specific gateway as required by network architecture and client requirements 
Determine connection type and configure with reference to network architecture and client requirements 
Ensure node software and/or hardware is configured as required according to vendor specifications and client requirements 

Forms

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