Technical staff who specify, install or upgrade ICT networks apply the skills and knowledge in this unit.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan to install and test power saving hardware

1.1. Arrange access to site according to required procedure

1.2. Assess extent of system implementation using feasibility report and organisational guidelines

1.3. Produce a report to meet the customer and organisational requirements

1.4. Liaise with appropriate person to obtain approval for the plans with recommendations

1.5. Determine and source power saving hardware components according to the agreed plan

2. Install, test and evaluate power saving hardware

2.1. Install and configure components and according to occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental requirements, plan, manufacturer's and industry standards

2.2. Resolve identified problems

2.3. Test and enhance system performance to meet organisational requirements

3. Complete documentation and clean up worksite

3.1. Produce an evaluation report on the actual cost-benefits of implementing the power saving hardware to the organisation

3.2. Provide a support manual for the customer

3.3. Record all test results and records for the customer

3.4. Restore any changes made to the worksite to customer's satisfaction and obtain sign off

Required skills

communication skills to liaise with internal and external personnel on technical, operational and business related matters

literacy skills to:

read technical documentation

write reports with design solutions and recommendations in required formats

numeracy skills to assess cost benefits of power saving hardware

planning and organisational skills to plan, prioritise and monitor own work

problem solving skills to resolve installation issues

research skills to interrogate vendor databases and websites to identify solutions to meet client business specifications

technical skills to evaluate low power devices and methodologies

Required knowledge

broad knowledge of systems diagnostic features

business processes

client business domain, business function and organisation

compatibility issues and resolution procedures

configuration of internet protocol (IP) networks

current industry accepted hardware products

customer and business liaison

documenting technical specifications

linkage between processes

set-up and configuration procedures

technologies such as:

areas of the hardware relevant to configuration and testing

installation procedures

power saving hardware functionality

vendor specifications and requirements for component installation

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:

ascertain and meet client requirements for installation and testing of power saving hardware

plan and connect the hardware components according to vendor and technical specifications.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

site on which energy saving solutions can be implemented

use of current power saving hardware currently used in industry

relevant documentation, feasibility studies, equipment manuals and other site related documentation.

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 carrying out installation and testing activities

review of feasibility report and plans completed by the candidate for different sites

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

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Aboriginal people and other people from a non-English speaking background may have second language issues.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.

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

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.

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.

Organisational guidelines may include:

budget constraints

communication methods

dispute resolution

documenting procedures and templates

financial control mechanisms

infrastructure

operational costs.

Customer may include:

department within the organisation

government department

person within a department

private organisation

third party.

Organisational requirements may include:

preventative maintenance and diagnostic policy

problem solution processes

roles and technical responsibilities in the IT department

vendor and product service level support agreements

work environment.

Appropriate person may include:

authorised business representative

infrastructure administrator

network administrator

power systems manager

property manager

supervisor.

Power saving hardware components may include:

extremely low power motherboards

memory devices:

compact flash

electronic drives

flash drives

USB

power supply

processor.

Unit sector

Telecommunications

Sustainability

This unit contains employability skills.