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ICTNWK305
Install and manage network protocols

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install and manage network protocols in a networking environment.

It applies to individuals with competent information and communications technology (ICT) skills, working as network administrators who are required to ensure that appropriate protocols have been installed in networks to allow user functionality and maintenance.

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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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Install and manage network protocols

1.1 Select, test and validate appropriate network protocol services

1.2 Design a network addressing system, with subnet and host IDs, including appropriate devices

1.3 Configure hosts and workstations to use IP addresses either manually or through automatic allocation of addresses, such as found with dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP)

2. Identify network protocol applications

2.1 Review a range of well-known network protocol applications

2.2 Evaluate client user requirement and recommend network protocol services

2.3 Apply internet protocol (IP) addressing scheme according to approved policy and procedures

Evidence of the ability to:

configure, test and validate network protocols in order to facilitate interconnectivity

install and manage network protocols in a network, and troubleshoot problems.

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:

describe the client business domain, including client organisation structure and business functionality

list current communications technologies and their associated protocols

outline current industry accepted hardware and software products, and general features and capabilities

summarise network protocols currently in use in the organisation and industry, including:

transmission control protocol

internet protocol (TCP/IP)

OSI models

clarify the vendor product range and development directions

describe how network protocols transcend organisational size and network complexity.

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 network industry, and include access to:

a live network

application software and operating system

appropriate learning and assessment support when required

networked computers

organisational guidelines

technical documentation and installation manuals

vendor software.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

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. Install and manage network protocols

1.1 Select, test and validate appropriate network protocol services

1.2 Design a network addressing system, with subnet and host IDs, including appropriate devices

1.3 Configure hosts and workstations to use IP addresses either manually or through automatic allocation of addresses, such as found with dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP)

2. Identify network protocol applications

2.1 Review a range of well-known network protocol applications

2.2 Evaluate client user requirement and recommend network protocol services

2.3 Apply internet protocol (IP) addressing scheme according to approved policy and procedures

Evidence of the ability to:

configure, test and validate network protocols in order to facilitate interconnectivity

install and manage network protocols in a network, and troubleshoot problems.

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:

describe the client business domain, including client organisation structure and business functionality

list current communications technologies and their associated protocols

outline current industry accepted hardware and software products, and general features and capabilities

summarise network protocols currently in use in the organisation and industry, including:

transmission control protocol

internet protocol (TCP/IP)

OSI models

clarify the vendor product range and development directions

describe how network protocols transcend organisational size and network complexity.

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 network industry, and include access to:

a live network

application software and operating system

appropriate learning and assessment support when required

networked computers

organisational guidelines

technical documentation and installation manuals

vendor software.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
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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
Select, test and validate appropriate network protocol services 
Design a network addressing system, with subnet and host IDs, including appropriate devices 
Configure hosts and workstations to use IP addresses either manually or through automatic allocation of addresses, such as found with dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) 
Review a range of well-known network protocol applications 
Evaluate client user requirement and recommend network protocol services 
Apply internet protocol (IP) addressing scheme according to approved policy and procedures 

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