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. Define network | 1.1 Identify current and future network requirements based on the organisation's business and technical requirements 1.2 Design an appropriate structure to meet client requirements, such as video, audio or data application services 1.3 Design a network addressing system with subnet and host identities (IP addressing) and virtual LANs (VLANs) 1.4 Identify and document resource requirements according to network design |
2. Install and configure network backbone | 2.1 Install and configure switches and routers according to network requirements and resources 2.2 Install network protocol suites using configurations on switch uplink ports as required by network design specifications 2.3 Configure hosts and workstations for network access |
3. Test and validate network | 3.1 Test network connectivity to ensure operation parameters are met between hosts on segments or VLANs 3.2 Make adjustments as required 3.3 Validate and document network performance |
Evidence of the ability to:
define, design and document the structure of the network and subnets required for the network
build and test an asynchronous transfer mode (ATM) local area network (LAN) that provides the required services at the required communication standards
document resource requirements and network performance.
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:
outline current and emerging industry practice associated with:
bandwidth limitations, measuring and testing
LAN and wide area network (WAN) network topologies (three-layer LAN hierarchy: core distribution and access)
MAC addresses, network layer protocols
open systems interconnect (OSI) layer modelling
routers
virtual LANs
identify and describe network interface cards (NICs) and switches, including:
fast Ethernet
gigabit
10-gigabit Ethernet
store-and-forward
fast-forward
fragment-free
identify and describe internetworking protocol suites, including:
TCP/IP
IPX
DECnet
AppleTalk
IPv6.
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:
local area network infrastructure
switches with various interfaces.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.