ICTNPL402
Plan the deployment of access network architectures


Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan deployment of network architecture when conducting access network telecommunications work.

It applies to individuals with a range of telecommunications skills and extensive knowledge of core and access network capabilities of the service provider. It prepares individuals for entry into planning and design for network additions and implementations to accommodate network growth and new technologies within the industry.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.


Elements and Performance Criteria

Element

Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes

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

1. Scope the project

1.1 Prepare for work according to site specific safety requirements and enterprise work health and safety (WHS) processes and procedures

1.2 Determine type of access network by accessing and using network information sources

1.3 Produce a brief on how access network architecture components relate to the larger network and their impact on the work

1.4 Evaluate equipment type and technologies to be considered, to determine availability and compatibility with existing network equipment

1.5 Obtain resources and equipment needed for the work according to enterprise procedures and check for correct operation and safety

1.6 Assess capacity limitations of various platforms in the context of the work to ensure maximum network performance

1.7 Determine product capability and calculate allowable capacity of the access network to allow for network growth

2. Produce deployment plan for an Access Network

2.1 Conduct planning work using current equipment components and complying with access network deployment rules and exemption process criteria

2.2 Produce a preliminary plan on deployment of the network that maintains integrity of the access network

2.3 Discuss unexpected situations with appropriate personnel, with consideration to job specifications, safety and enterprise procedures to establish a solution

2.4 Review plan to ensure it complies with all standards and codes required when working on network access, and where appropriate make adjustments

3. Complete work and report its impact on network access

3.1 Produce final deployment plan including recommendations agreed with customer

3.2 Provide a report on network monitoring techniques used to manage the network to ensure it is performing at optimum level

Evidence of Performance

Evidence of ability to:

gather data appropriately within information sources and evaluate how the data relates to the access architecture

source current major equipment and technologies used in an access network and detail their compatibilities

accurately plan deployment of an access network architecture, including deployment rules, capacity and capability management and monitoring techniques

complete work within a timeframe typically expected of the discipline, work function and industrial environment.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.


Evidence of Knowledge

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

outline the features of an access network, including:

architectures and geographical categorisation

information sources

technology and equipment

define capacity and capability management

identify capacity limitation of various platforms

describe commercial considerations of access network deployment

identify compatibility issues of technology and equipment

explain currency of technology and equipment use

summarise enterprise deployment rules and rationale

identify exemption process criteria

identify major equipment components of a modern access architecture

describe monitoring techniques to manage the access network

outline network topologies

identify product capability and availability allowable within an access network

outline telecommunications access networks issues and challenges.


Assessment Conditions

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the Telecommunications – Network Planning field of work and include access to:

network design documentation and other site-related documentation

equipment specifications

live network or training facilities

organisational guidelines

networked computers

networked telecommunications components.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.


Foundation Skills

This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.

Skill

Performance Criteria

Description

Reading

1.1, 1.2, 1.4-1.7, 2.1, 2.4

Identifies and evaluates written and visual text in specialised workplace documentation to determine key information and specific requirements

Writing

1.3, 2.2, 3.2

Develops material for a specific audience using clear and detailed language and expected forms and conventions

Oral Communication

1.6, 1.7, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2

Articulates specific information using an appropriate tone and vocabulary for the intended audience

Numeracy

1.6, 1.7, 3.1, 3.2

Employs mathematical calculations to determine features and limitations of different networks

Navigate the world of work

1.1, 1.5, 2.1, 2.3, 2.4

Takes personal responsibility for following explicit and implicit policies, procedures and legislative requirements

Identifies and acts on issues that contravene relevant policies, procedures and legal requirements

Interact with others

2.3

Selects and uses appropriate conventions and protocols when communicating with clients and co-workers in a range of work contexts

Uses a range of strategies to establish a sense of connection and build rapport with clients and co-workers

Get the work done

1.1-1.7, 2.1, 3.1

Takes responsibility for planning, sequencing and prioritising tasks and own workload for efficiency and effective outcomes

Makes routine decisions and implements standard procedures for routine tasks, using formal decision-making processes for more complex and non-routine situations

Addresses less predictable problems and initiates standard procedures in response, applying problem-solving processes in determining a solution


Sectors

Telecommunications – Network Planning