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ICTNPL410
Plan the telecommunications access network for an estate

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan access networks delivering voice, data and video services to customers, and involves the collation and evaluation of data relating to network shortfalls and projected usage, leading to the development of solutions and ultimately network plans for an estate.

It applies to individuals with a range of telecommunications skills and extensive knowledge of core and access network capabilities of the service provider. It prepares individuals for entry into planning and design for network additions and implementations to accommodate network growth and new technologies within the industry.

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

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Evidence Required

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Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Gather data on network usage for planning activity

1.1 Determine the type of access network by accessing and using network information sources

1.2 Collect planning data using network information sources to determine network trends

1.3 Evaluate new and emerging technologies to determine availability and compatibility with existing network equipment

1.4 Access relevant legislation and associated regulatory and operational codes

2. Evaluate need for network growth

2.1 Evaluate capacity of the existing network to absorb planned growth

2.2 Identify need and likely timing of necessary network increments

2.3 Assess new or alternate technologies to rectify network shortfall

2.4 Identify barriers relating to planned network extensions impacting planning the network realisation

2.5 Assess the impact of not meeting network shortfall needs and long term ramifications on the business

3. Develop solution and network plan to address network shortfall

3.1 Review overall planning parameters prior to commencement of the planning process to produce forecasts for specific network area and cost-benefit analysis

3.2 Establish the optimum solution to address network shortfall with justification for the proposal

3.3 Determine project details and ascertain preliminary costing and resource requirements

3.4 Determine availability of required technology or technology features within the specified timeframe

3.5 Produce a specific network plan with solution and recommendations for anticipated projects for approval according to enterprise procedures

Evidence of ability to:

implement planning processes including associated monitoring and control mechanisms

develop effective solutions to address access network shortfalls that satisfy customer and enterprise needs

develop network plans with consideration of appropriate technological developments and product implementation

produce accurate forecasts for a specific network including cost-benefit analysis.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

identify and summarise legislation affecting the telecommunications industry

outline the features of an access network and the influence on:

cost estimates and operating budgets according to enterprise policy

telecommunications industry in Australia

describe the theory of project management and associated databases and project management software programs

describe the process and features of planning for an access network on an estate

determine the economic and political influences on public and commercial enterprises

describe the financial authorities and delegations associated with an access network plan

define the influence of the local and international economic conditions on the telecommunications industry

describe the typical challenges and limits facing technology today and the consideration of future needs

describe the process of collating and writing project briefs, reports and project charters.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the Telecommunications – Network Planning field of work and include access to:

a network planning area systems and deployment

rules and standards

relevant databases

licensing requirements and other site related procedures.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Element

Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Gather data on network usage for planning activity

1.1 Determine the type of access network by accessing and using network information sources

1.2 Collect planning data using network information sources to determine network trends

1.3 Evaluate new and emerging technologies to determine availability and compatibility with existing network equipment

1.4 Access relevant legislation and associated regulatory and operational codes

2. Evaluate need for network growth

2.1 Evaluate capacity of the existing network to absorb planned growth

2.2 Identify need and likely timing of necessary network increments

2.3 Assess new or alternate technologies to rectify network shortfall

2.4 Identify barriers relating to planned network extensions impacting planning the network realisation

2.5 Assess the impact of not meeting network shortfall needs and long term ramifications on the business

3. Develop solution and network plan to address network shortfall

3.1 Review overall planning parameters prior to commencement of the planning process to produce forecasts for specific network area and cost-benefit analysis

3.2 Establish the optimum solution to address network shortfall with justification for the proposal

3.3 Determine project details and ascertain preliminary costing and resource requirements

3.4 Determine availability of required technology or technology features within the specified timeframe

3.5 Produce a specific network plan with solution and recommendations for anticipated projects for approval according to enterprise procedures

Evidence of ability to:

implement planning processes including associated monitoring and control mechanisms

develop effective solutions to address access network shortfalls that satisfy customer and enterprise needs

develop network plans with consideration of appropriate technological developments and product implementation

produce accurate forecasts for a specific network including cost-benefit analysis.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

identify and summarise legislation affecting the telecommunications industry

outline the features of an access network and the influence on:

cost estimates and operating budgets according to enterprise policy

telecommunications industry in Australia

describe the theory of project management and associated databases and project management software programs

describe the process and features of planning for an access network on an estate

determine the economic and political influences on public and commercial enterprises

describe the financial authorities and delegations associated with an access network plan

define the influence of the local and international economic conditions on the telecommunications industry

describe the typical challenges and limits facing technology today and the consideration of future needs

describe the process of collating and writing project briefs, reports and project charters.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the Telecommunications – Network Planning field of work and include access to:

a network planning area systems and deployment

rules and standards

relevant databases

licensing requirements and other site related procedures.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

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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
Determine the type of access network by accessing and using network information sources 
Collect planning data using network information sources to determine network trends 
Evaluate new and emerging technologies to determine availability and compatibility with existing network equipment 
Access relevant legislation and associated regulatory and operational codes 
Evaluate capacity of the existing network to absorb planned growth 
Identify need and likely timing of necessary network increments 
Assess new or alternate technologies to rectify network shortfall 
Identify barriers relating to planned network extensions impacting planning the network realisation 
Assess the impact of not meeting network shortfall needs and long term ramifications on the business 
Review overall planning parameters prior to commencement of the planning process to produce forecasts for specific network area and cost-benefit analysis 
Establish the optimum solution to address network shortfall with justification for the proposal 
Determine project details and ascertain preliminary costing and resource requirements 
Determine availability of required technology or technology features within the specified timeframe 
Produce a specific network plan with solution and recommendations for anticipated projects for approval according to enterprise procedures 

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