Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

ICANWK604A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Plan and configure advanced internetwork switching solutions

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Issue Date: April 2024


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Unit of Competency ICANWK604A - Plan and configure advanced internetwork switching solutions
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan, configure and support advanced enterprise switching. The unit also covers secure integration of virtual local area networks (VLANs), wireless local area networks (WLANs), voice and video into campus networks.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to an information and communications technology (ICT) network specialist, network engineer, network infrastructure engineer, senior network administrator, network and systems manager, ICT security specialist, security engineer, communications engineer, and communications manager.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Plan, configure and test a VLAN-based solution
  • Determine network resources required for implementing a VLAN-based solution for a given network design and requirements
  • Produce an implementation plan and a verification plan for the VLAN-based network solution
  • Configure and verify switch-to-switch connectivity, loop prevention and access ports for the VLAN-based solution using network tools
  • Document results of the VLAN implementation and verification plans
       
Element: Plan, configure and test a secure layer 2 network solution and a switch-based layer 3 services solution
  • Determine network resources required for implementing a secure layer 2 network solution and a switch-based layer 3 solution against vulnerabilities with organisational security policies
  • Produce an implementation plan and a verification plan for each of the layer 2 and layer 3 network solution
  • Configure and verify a private VLAN, and features for port security and general switch security for the layer 2 network solution using network tools
  • Configure and verify routing interfaces and layer 3 security for the switch-based layer 3 network solution using network tools
  • Document results of security implementation and verification plans for each of the layer 2 and the layer 3 network solution
       
Element: Prepare infrastructure to support advanced services
  • Implement a wireless extension of a layer 2 solution
  • Implement a support solution for a voice over internet protocol (VoIP) and a video application
       
Element: Plan, configure and test high-availability networks using multilayer switches solution
  • Determine network resources needed for implementing high-availability solution for a given network design and requirements
  • Produce an implementation plan and a verification plan for the high-availability network using multilayer switches
  • Configure, verify and manage first hop redundancy protocols (FHRP)
  • Implement switch supervisor redundancy and use network tools to verify the high-availability solution
  • Document results of high-availability implementation and verification plans
       


Evidence Required

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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 ability to:

design, configure and support advanced switched network infrastructure

implement wireless extension solution with multi-layered (layer 3) switches

prepare infrastructure to support advanced services

use network tools.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

site where network installation may be conducted

hardware and software

organisational guidelines

computers

LAN and WAN systems, including voice and video (hardware or software)

appropriate learning and assessment support when required

modified equipment for people with special needs.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

direct observation of the candidate installing, configuring and testing a new or updated network

evaluation of documentation prepared by the candidate outlining testing procedures, test results, recommendation to network changes and completion records

verbal or written questioning of required knowledge.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support.

In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

analytical skills to identify functional, performance and management features associated with the operation of complex switched networks

communication skills to:

communicate complex concepts and issues technically and in plain language

liaise with diverse clients

literacy skills to:

develop and prepare operational documentation, such as policies and procedures, and technical and management reports

interpret and prepare technical documentation

prepare project-management documentation

problem-solving skills suitable for complex and dynamic environments with demanding service level

technical skills to:

design, implement and maintain availability of complex switched networks to industry standards and best practice

identify viable complementary and emerging technologies

use network tools.

Required knowledge

benefits of formal or structured approach to network management

business justifications for having integrated and unified enterprise networks

current wireless regulations, standards and certifications

emerging viable business and social technologies

external developments or factors that affect switched network design

maintenance and management tools and practices suitable for complex networks to achieve availability and resilience

network topologies

organisational policies for internetworking

risk management strategies and practices suitable for a complex switched network environment

security for an enterprise-switched environment

security standards and technologies for switched network environments

switching and routing technologies for an enterprise-switched environment.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Network may include:

integrated network

internet

intranet

local area network (LAN)

router-based network

switch-based network

virtual private network (VPN)

wide area network (WAN)

WLAN.

Network tools may include:

baseline network

bridge protocol data unit (BPDU) guard

debug commands

port analysers:

remote switched port analyser (RSPAN)

switched port analyser (SPAN)

virtual local area network switched port analyser (VSPAN)

embedded event manager (EEM)

show commands

simple network management protocol (SNMP)

SNMP version 3

syslog.

Vulnerabilities may include:

media access control (MAC) attacks

multi or unicast attacks

spoofing attacks

unauthorised access

VLAN attacks.

Organisational security policies may include:

access control list types:

access control list (ACL)

port-based access control list (PACL)

virtual local area network access control list (VACL)

dynamic address resolution protocol inspection (DAI)

device hardening

dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) snooping

IEEE 802.1x Port security measures

internet protocol (IP) source guard.

First hop redundancy protocols may include:

gateway load balancing protocol (GLBP)

hot standby router protocol (HSRP)

virtual router redundancy protocol (VRRP).

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Determine network resources required for implementing a VLAN-based solution for a given network design and requirements 
Produce an implementation plan and a verification plan for the VLAN-based network solution 
Configure and verify switch-to-switch connectivity, loop prevention and access ports for the VLAN-based solution using network tools 
Document results of the VLAN implementation and verification plans 
Determine network resources required for implementing a secure layer 2 network solution and a switch-based layer 3 solution against vulnerabilities with organisational security policies 
Produce an implementation plan and a verification plan for each of the layer 2 and layer 3 network solution 
Configure and verify a private VLAN, and features for port security and general switch security for the layer 2 network solution using network tools 
Configure and verify routing interfaces and layer 3 security for the switch-based layer 3 network solution using network tools 
Document results of security implementation and verification plans for each of the layer 2 and the layer 3 network solution 
Implement a wireless extension of a layer 2 solution 
Implement a support solution for a voice over internet protocol (VoIP) and a video application 
Determine network resources needed for implementing high-availability solution for a given network design and requirements 
Produce an implementation plan and a verification plan for the high-availability network using multilayer switches 
Configure, verify and manage first hop redundancy protocols (FHRP) 
Implement switch supervisor redundancy and use network tools to verify the high-availability solution 
Document results of high-availability implementation and verification plans 

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