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. Prepare to produce technical solutions from business specifications | 1.1 Obtain business requirements and business specifications for the client from appropriate person 1.2 Research and identify the client’s business model 1.3 Determine technical specifications for the business 1.4 Clarify and confirm the business problem and key stakeholders’ requirements with stakeholders |
2. Evaluate the impact of the technical requirements | 2.1 Review and assess business problems, opportunities and objectives 2.2 Determine technical requirements in respect of input and output, interface, process flow or quality requirements 2.3 Analyse hardware, software and network requirements 2.4 Build business platform based on software solutions 2.5 Investigate processes to be changed by the business solution 2.6 Produce an evaluation document on the impact of the technical requirements on the business |
3. Produce technical business solutions | 3.1 Develop technical solutions in response to problems and business requirements 3.2 Determine costs involved to implement the technical business solution 3.3 Investigate a range of supplier products to determine which one best meets technical requirements 3.4 Produce a report on the technical solutions addressing the business specifications and recommendations against business requirements |
4. Document and validate agreed solutions | 4.1 Forward technical requirements and solution overview to appropriate person for feedback 4.2 Analyse feedback and incorporate change as required 4.3 Document changes and distribute to appropriate person 4.4 Obtain sign-off on final business solution |
Evidence of ability to:
adapt technologies for required technical solutions
use site design software and hardware
evaluate client specifications against accepted industry practices
develop technical solutions from business specifications
document information that can be shared between businesses
apply design concepts to business solutions
document technical reports
make recommendations and offer optimum design solutions.
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 client business domain, business function and organisation
explain compatibility issues and resolution procedures
outline configuration of internet protocol (IP) networks
describe common desktop applications and operating systems
explain how to document technical specifications
summarise security protocols, standards and data encryption
explain the role of the following technologies in business systems:
network topologies
network protocols and operating systems
radio frequency (RF) networks
optical networks
mobile cellular networks
core networks
access networks
radio frequency identification.
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 networks engineering field of work and include access to:
client functional requirements
business specifications
database software
simulation software
organisational guidelines
network and computer layouts
site design software and hardware
information on a range of ICT business solutions.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.