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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Evaluate access network requirements and infrastructure capability
  2. Prepare strategic plan and scoping document
  3. Produce project brief

Knowledge Evidence

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.