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

ICTTEN422 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Configure and troubleshoot advanced network switching

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Issue Date: March 2024


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Unit of Competency ICTTEN422 - Configure and troubleshoot advanced network switching
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform network switch configuration and troubleshooting. This unit applies to large networks involving wireless local area networks (WLANs), virtual local area networks (VLANs), interVLAN routing, remote access management and operating system management of network devices.It applies to individuals who work cooperatively with others, interpret technical information accurately, and work proficiently with information communication technology (ICT). Installers of internet protocol (IP), enterprise network technicians, network administrators and network support personnel complete this type of work.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 configuring advanced network switching may be conducted

tools, equipment and materials currently used in industry

relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.

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 work on switched network
  • Prepare for given work according to work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements with appropriate personnel
  • Identify safety hazards and implement risk control measures in consultation with appropriate personnel
  • Determine nature and scope of network and network topology from job briefs or appropriate personnel
  • Select and obtain wireless and wired network components requirements according to enterprise procedures
  • Obtain operating instructions, manuals, hardware and software testing methodologies
  • Consult appropriate personnel to ensure task is coordinated effectively with others involved at the worksite
       
Element: Configure network switches
  • Set up and configure network switches according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures
  • Build and configure a routed network using remote access management
  • Establish multiple VLANs across the network to manage access and traffic across the network
       
Element: Troubleshoot network
  • Monitor network traffic and assess performance against manufacturer’s specifications and established procedures
  • Troubleshoot network according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures
  • Identify and rectify faults according to enterprise procedures
       
Element: Complete and document network installation and configuration
  • Restore worksite to safe condition according to established safety procedures
  • Record and store essential configuration information according to enterprise procedures
  • Notify appropriate personnel of completion of the task according to enterprise procedures
       


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 work on switched network

1.1 Prepare for given work according to work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements with appropriate personnel

1.2 Identify safety hazards and implement risk control measures in consultation with appropriate personnel

1.3 Determine nature and scope of network and network topology from job briefs or appropriate personnel

1.4 Select and obtain wireless and wired network components requirements according to enterprise procedures

1.5 Obtain operating instructions, manuals, hardware and software testing methodologies

1.6 Consult appropriate personnel to ensure task is coordinated effectively with others involved at the worksite

2. Configure network switches

2.1 Set up and configure network switches according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures

2.2 Build and configure a routed network using remote access management

2.3 Establish multiple VLANs across the network to manage access and traffic across the network

3. Troubleshoot network

3.1 Monitor network traffic and assess performance against manufacturer’s specifications and established procedures

3.2 Troubleshoot network according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures

3.3 Identify and rectify faults according to enterprise procedures

4. Complete and document network installation and configuration

4.1 Restore worksite to safe condition according to established safety procedures

4.2 Record and store essential configuration information according to enterprise procedures

4.3 Notify appropriate personnel of completion of the task according to enterprise procedures

Evidence of ability to:

build and configure a routed network

configure a virtual local area networks (VLAN) on a given network topology

configure VLAN trunking and spanning tree protocols

establish VLANs over a wireless network

design and deploy remote access and network security.

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:

outline enterprise work health and safety (WHS) procedures

explain interVLAN routing

describe spanning tree protocol

clarify switch and remote network security management

describe the tool and equipment required, and their correct usage

outline troubleshooting procedures

summarise VLAN trunking protocol

explain wireless local area network (LAN) set-up and access configuration.


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 work on switched network

1.1 Prepare for given work according to work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements with appropriate personnel

1.2 Identify safety hazards and implement risk control measures in consultation with appropriate personnel

1.3 Determine nature and scope of network and network topology from job briefs or appropriate personnel

1.4 Select and obtain wireless and wired network components requirements according to enterprise procedures

1.5 Obtain operating instructions, manuals, hardware and software testing methodologies

1.6 Consult appropriate personnel to ensure task is coordinated effectively with others involved at the worksite

2. Configure network switches

2.1 Set up and configure network switches according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures

2.2 Build and configure a routed network using remote access management

2.3 Establish multiple VLANs across the network to manage access and traffic across the network

3. Troubleshoot network

3.1 Monitor network traffic and assess performance against manufacturer’s specifications and established procedures

3.2 Troubleshoot network according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures

3.3 Identify and rectify faults according to enterprise procedures

4. Complete and document network installation and configuration

4.1 Restore worksite to safe condition according to established safety procedures

4.2 Record and store essential configuration information according to enterprise procedures

4.3 Notify appropriate personnel of completion of the task according to enterprise procedures

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 work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements with appropriate personnel 
Identify safety hazards and implement risk control measures in consultation with appropriate personnel 
Determine nature and scope of network and network topology from job briefs or appropriate personnel 
Select and obtain wireless and wired network components requirements according to enterprise procedures 
Obtain operating instructions, manuals, hardware and software testing methodologies 
Consult appropriate personnel to ensure task is coordinated effectively with others involved at the worksite 
Set up and configure network switches according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures 
Build and configure a routed network using remote access management 
Establish multiple VLANs across the network to manage access and traffic across the network 
Monitor network traffic and assess performance against manufacturer’s specifications and established procedures 
Troubleshoot network according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures 
Identify and rectify faults according to enterprise procedures 
Restore worksite to safe condition according to established safety procedures 
Record and store essential configuration information according to enterprise procedures 
Notify appropriate personnel of completion of the task according to enterprise procedures 

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