List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
Element | Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Evaluate core network requirements and infrastructure capability | 1.1 Estimate likely growth in core network use by analysing forecasting market intelligence data on customer demand 1.2 Analyse current traffic and growth trends in edge and backbone networks to forecast traffic growth and capacity demand for the core network 1.3 Compare available capacity, capability and parameters of current core infrastructure deployment against researched demand data to identify infrastructure shortfalls 1.4 Quantify network requirements for any upgrades or network augmentation 1.5 Determine relevant standards and regulatory requirements to be considered in core network planning 1.6 Formulate justification to proceed by analysing business requirements and benefits to the business |
2. Prepare strategic plan and scoping document | 2.1 Determine appropriate technologies and network elements for core network deployment, including new or alternative solutions to meet business requirements 2.2 Select commercially viable technology compatible with the existing network to deploy with existing and future network 2.3 Prepare a planning document, and supporting documentation with recommendations, that complies with deployment standards and regulatory requirements 2.4 Provide estimated costs and schedule for a planning solution |
3. Produce project brief | 3.1 Evaluate and summarise project scope into required briefing format with supporting documentation, that complies with core network deployment rules 3.2 Plan project delivery to suit business requirements and practical limitations 3.3 Produce core networks specifications with approvals and present to the design section to produce detailed design specifications |
Evidence of ability to:
use data to accurately interpret growth patterns and develop options for core network designs which satisfy customer and enterprise financial goals
develop a network plan which is current with emerging technologies
produce specifications and costing
document a project brief with accompanying project implementation documentation.
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:
explain the capability and limitations of the various core network technologies for present and future needs
outline the following specific features of core network design:
elements and architecture of core networks
limits of a core network
typical core network technologies
identify and describe elements and architectures of the various core technologies
explain key technologies that make up the core network
outline the following general features of core network design:
distribution structure of networks including backbone, core and edge
levels of reliability performance standards applicable to specific equipment deployment needs
network design including routing and redundancy
standards and regulations.
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:
computer aided design (CAD)
computer networks
data for network planning
network equipment deployment plans
planning models
relevant standards and regulations.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.