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

ICTTEN418 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Install and test a radio frequency identification system

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency ICTTEN418 - Install and test a radio frequency identification system
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required for installation of either a new logistical or security network or upgrade of an existing system.It applies to individuals who integrate new and converging functionalities to information and communications technology (ICT) networks. They are employed by telecommunications and information technology networking provisioning companies specialising in radio frequency identification (RFID) technology.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances should be typical of those experienced in the telecommunications networks engineering field of work and include access to:

a site where RFID installation may be conducted

field measurement equipment currently used in industry

relevant network element specifications

technical requirements for an RFID network

cabling

networked (LAN) computers

workstations

RFID diagnostic software

wide area network (WAN) service point of presence.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
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: Prepare to install specified RFID system
  • Prepare for given work according to relevant legislation, work health and safety (WHS) regulations, codes, and standards
  • Arrange site access according to required procedure
  • Choose the most suitable RFID system based on specifications and in consultation with appropriate person
  • Evaluate options for equipment installation siting and antenna positioning to include effects of electromagnetic interference and shielding
  • Investigate causes of interference with RFID systems
  • Specify network element requirements for the installation and any training requirements for clients
  • Create a deployment plan including down times and advise the user group
  • Obtain all components and devices required for the RFID system
       
Element: Install specified RFID system and resolve any faults
  • Install interrogators or readers according to given plan
  • Install tags and document correct procedures for locating and orienting tags
  • Install and undertake network configuration activities using relevant operating system and application upgrades to integrate RFID system into the overall network
  • Troubleshoot problems between interrogators or readers, tags and networks, including tuning for optimum performance and rectify any faults
       
Element: Test RFID installation according to specification and standards
  • Test system installation according to design specifications and standards including optimum placement of tags, data transmission completeness and record outcomes
  • Carry out any changes
  • Validate changes or additions against specifications
  • Document the test results
       
Element: Complete documentation in compliance with customer requirements and clean worksite
  • Complete all documentation for users according to the design and customer requirements
  • Complete report and notify client of network status and standards applying to the installation
  • Clean up and restore worksite to client’s satisfaction
  • Secure sign-off from appropriate person
       


Evidence Required

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 install specified RFID system

1.1 Prepare for given work according to relevant legislation, work health and safety (WHS) regulations, codes, and standards

1.2 Arrange site access according to required procedure

1.3 Choose the most suitable RFID system based on specifications and in consultation with appropriate person

1.4 Evaluate options for equipment installation siting and antenna positioning to include effects of electromagnetic interference and shielding

1.5 Investigate causes of interference with RFID systems

1.6 Specify network element requirements for the installation and any training requirements for clients

1.7 Create a deployment plan including down times and advise the user group

1.8 Obtain all components and devices required for the RFID system

2. Install specified RFID system and resolve any faults

2.1 Install interrogators or readers according to given plan

2.2 Install tags and document correct procedures for locating and orienting tags

2.3 Install and undertake network configuration activities using relevant operating system and application upgrades to integrate RFID system into the overall network

2.4 Troubleshoot problems between interrogators or readers, tags and networks, including tuning for optimum performance and rectify any faults

3. Test RFID installation according to specification and standards

3.1 Test system installation according to design specifications and standards including optimum placement of tags, data transmission completeness and record outcomes

3.2 Carry out any changes

3.3 Validate changes or additions against specifications

3.4 Document the test results

4. Complete documentation in compliance with customer requirements and clean worksite

4.1 Complete all documentation for users according to the design and customer requirements

4.2 Complete report and notify client of network status and standards applying to the installation

4.3 Clean up and restore worksite to client’s satisfaction

4.4 Secure sign-off from appropriate person

Evidence of ability to:

plan installation

use basic research skills for adapting radio frequency identification (RFID) technologies to specified plan and design

implement and verify RFID operations

implement RFID architecture across a secure environment

encode RFID tags and attach to items

integrate RFID information into business applications

configure network with IP addressing

cable and test RFID network

create technical and user documentation.

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

describe common network cable types and connectors

summarise compatibility issues and resolution procedures

describe configuration of internet protocol (IP) networks

describe current industry-accepted hardware and software products used in RFID systems

explain desktop applications and operating systems as required

summarise enterprise communication and training systems in relation to training and advising staff involved in deployment

summarise network topologies

outline RFID technologies including:

network operating systems

protocols

interrogators and sensors

wireless technologies

cabling standards.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare to install specified RFID system

1.1 Prepare for given work according to relevant legislation, work health and safety (WHS) regulations, codes, and standards

1.2 Arrange site access according to required procedure

1.3 Choose the most suitable RFID system based on specifications and in consultation with appropriate person

1.4 Evaluate options for equipment installation siting and antenna positioning to include effects of electromagnetic interference and shielding

1.5 Investigate causes of interference with RFID systems

1.6 Specify network element requirements for the installation and any training requirements for clients

1.7 Create a deployment plan including down times and advise the user group

1.8 Obtain all components and devices required for the RFID system

2. Install specified RFID system and resolve any faults

2.1 Install interrogators or readers according to given plan

2.2 Install tags and document correct procedures for locating and orienting tags

2.3 Install and undertake network configuration activities using relevant operating system and application upgrades to integrate RFID system into the overall network

2.4 Troubleshoot problems between interrogators or readers, tags and networks, including tuning for optimum performance and rectify any faults

3. Test RFID installation according to specification and standards

3.1 Test system installation according to design specifications and standards including optimum placement of tags, data transmission completeness and record outcomes

3.2 Carry out any changes

3.3 Validate changes or additions against specifications

3.4 Document the test results

4. Complete documentation in compliance with customer requirements and clean worksite

4.1 Complete all documentation for users according to the design and customer requirements

4.2 Complete report and notify client of network status and standards applying to the installation

4.3 Clean up and restore worksite to client’s satisfaction

4.4 Secure sign-off from appropriate person

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
Prepare for given work according to relevant legislation, work health and safety (WHS) regulations, codes, and standards 
Arrange site access according to required procedure 
Choose the most suitable RFID system based on specifications and in consultation with appropriate person 
Evaluate options for equipment installation siting and antenna positioning to include effects of electromagnetic interference and shielding 
Investigate causes of interference with RFID systems 
Specify network element requirements for the installation and any training requirements for clients 
Create a deployment plan including down times and advise the user group 
Obtain all components and devices required for the RFID system 
Install interrogators or readers according to given plan 
Install tags and document correct procedures for locating and orienting tags 
Install and undertake network configuration activities using relevant operating system and application upgrades to integrate RFID system into the overall network 
Troubleshoot problems between interrogators or readers, tags and networks, including tuning for optimum performance and rectify any faults 
Test system installation according to design specifications and standards including optimum placement of tags, data transmission completeness and record outcomes 
Carry out any changes 
Validate changes or additions against specifications 
Document the test results 
Complete all documentation for users according to the design and customer requirements 
Complete report and notify client of network status and standards applying to the installation 
Clean up and restore worksite to client’s satisfaction 
Secure sign-off from appropriate person 

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