Required skills

Project planning skills in relation to scope time cost quality communications and risk management eg when reviewing client user requirements and network requirements and for documenting network design and presenting it to senior managers client users and sponsors for approval

Research skills for specifying analysing and evaluating broad features of current security issues and best practice in security devices products and procedures eg when obtaining latest technical specifications and pricing by contacting possible vendors and for specifying the likely performance profile bestworst and for reviewing its effect on other systems

Financial modelling skills for specifying analysing and evaluating a range of different solutions eg when documenting network design and presenting it to senior managers client users and sponsor for approval

Plain English literacy and communication skills in relation to analysis evaluation and presentation of information eg when documenting network design and presenting it to senior managers client users and sponsor for approval

Problem solving skills for a defined range of unpredictable problems eg when predicting line traffic and the impact on inputoutput devices and processors from current and future demand requirements

Group facilitation and presentation skills in relation to transferring and collecting information and gaining consensus on concepts eg when documenting network design and presenting it to senior managers client users and sponsor for approval

Required knowledge

Detailed knowledge of current industryaccepted network protocols for data and voice eg when designing a network

Broad knowledge of current industryaccepted network hardware and software products including broad knowledge of general features and capabilities and detailed knowledge in some areas eg when evaluating network traffic and policing and shaping

Broad knowledge of current industry security products devices and procedures including broad knowledge of general features and capabilities and detailed knowledge in some areas eg when finalising network design

Broad knowledge of three or more current industry network development and design methodologies eg when designing a network

Detailed knowledge of the operating systems eg when evaluating network traffic

Broad knowledge of the client business domain eg when designing a network

Detailed knowledge of remote user issues eg when establishing the location and types of terminals voice communications and processors required protocols and network architecture based on technical specifications and user requirements and for predicting line traffic and the impact on inputoutput devices and processors from current and future demand requirements

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential

Assessment must confirm sufficient knowledge of communication hardware protocols and legacy systems

Assessment must confirm the ability to design viable network solutions and to assess network performance

To demonstrate competency in this unit the learner will need access to

Client requirements

Technical specifications

Expected traffic volume

Vendors and vendor offeringspricing

Information on a range of IT business solutions

Future organisational business processes

Budget for the scenarios

Context of and specific resources for assessment

An individual who has this competency should display selfdirected application of knowledge and skills with substantial depth in network design and operations where judgement is required in planning and selecting appropriate equipment services and techniques for self and others

The breadth depth and complexity covering planning and initiation of alternative approaches to skills or knowledge applications across a broad range of technical andor management requirements evaluation and coordination would be characteristic

The demonstration of competency may also require selfdirected application of knowledge and skills with substantial depth in some areas where judgement is required in planning and selecting appropriate equipment services and techniques for self and others

Assessment must ensure

Applications involve participation in development of strategic initiatives as well as personal responsibility and autonomy in performing complex technical operations or organising others It may include participation in teams including teams concerned with planning and evaluation functions Group or team coordination may also be involved

Method of assessment

The purpose of this unit is to define the standard of performance to be achieved in the workplace In undertaking training and assessment activities related to this unit consideration should be given to the implementation of appropriate diversity and accessibility practices in order to accommodate people who may have special needs Additional guidance on these and related matters is provided in ICA Section

The purpose of this unit is to define the standard of performance to be achieved in the workplace. In undertaking training and assessment activities related to this unit, consideration should be given to the implementation of appropriate diversity and accessibility practices in order to accommodate people who may have special needs. Additional guidance on these and related matters is provided in ICA05 Section 1.

Competency in this unit should to be assessed using summative assessment to ensure consistency of performance in a range of contexts This unit can be assessed either in the workplace or in a simulated environment However simulated activities must closely reflect the workplace to enable full demonstration of competency

Assessment will usually include observation of real or simulated work processes and procedures andor performance in a project context as well as questioning on underpinning knowledge and skills The questioning of team members supervisors subordinates peers and clients where appropriate may provide valuable input to the assessment process The interdependence of units for assessment purposes may vary with the particular project or scenario

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended n the case of this unit it could be assessed in a holistic manner with

ICAAC Develop system infrastructure design plan

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ICAIC Install and manage complex networks

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ICASC Identify and resolve network problems

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ICASC Manage network security

ICAS5123C Manage network security

ICAAB Prepare disaster recovery and contingency plans

ICAA5056B Prepare disaster recovery and contingency plans

An individual demonstrating this competency would be able to

Demonstrate understanding of a broad knowledge base incorporating theoretical concepts with substantial depth in some areas

Analyse and plan approaches to technical problems or management requirements

Transfer and apply theoretical concepts andor technical or creative skills to a range of situations

Evaluate information using it to forecast for planning or research purposes

Take responsibility for own outputs in relation to broad quantity and quality parameters

Take some responsibility for the achievement of group outcomes

Maintain knowledge of industry products and services

Specifications may include but is not limited to:

Requirements may be in reference to:

Network may include but is not limited to:

Architecture may include but is not limited to:

Input/output devices may include but is not limited to:

Systems may include but is not limited to:

Appropriate person may include:

Documentation may follow: