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 access network requirements and infrastructure capability | 1.1 Estimate likely growth in access network use by analysing forecasting market intelligence data on customer demand 1.2 Compare available capacity and capability of current access infrastructure deployment against researched demand data to identify infrastructure and product shortfalls 1.3 Quantify network requirements for upgrades or network augmentation to increase capacity and capability of existing network 1.4 Determine relevant standards, business and regulatory requirements to be considered in access network planning 1.5 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, network elements and equipment for access 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 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 the required briefing format with relevant supporting documentation for a project brief that complies with access network deployment rules 3.2 Plan project delivery to suit business requirements and practical limitations 3.3 Produce access networks specifications with approvals and present to the design section to produce detailed design specifications |
Evidence of ability to:
interpret growth patterns using available data
develop options for access network design which satisfy customer and enterprise financial goals
develop a clearly documented network plan, within specifications and including merging technological development and product implementation.
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 capability and limitations of the various access network technologies
identify current equipment to meet future service obligations
outline the role of the following specific features of network planning:
broadband networks
data networks
elements and architecture of the various access networks and their technologies
facilities and environmental issues
limits of a fixed access transmission network
media and content
regional and metropolitan network
typical access network technologies
voice networks
wireless network
explain distribution structure of networks, including backbone, access and edge
identify key technologies that make up the access network
outline the following general features of network planning:
levels of reliability performance standards, applicable to specific equipment deployment needs
network design including routing and redundancy
standards and regulations
describe typical problems and challenges with the capability and limitations of the various access networks.
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.