Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to compile and evaluate business specifications from a client and produce viable business solutions.
It applies to individuals who carry out network design and implementation of practical technical solutions of information and communication technology (ICT) networks. They are employed by telecommunications and information technology networking provisioning companies specialising in integrating converging and emerging technologies of ICT networks.
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. Prepare to produce technical solutions from business specifications | 1.1 Obtain business requirements and business specifications for the client from appropriate person 1.2 Research and identify the client’s business model 1.3 Determine technical specifications for the business 1.4 Clarify and confirm the business problem and key stakeholders’ requirements with stakeholders |
2. Evaluate the impact of the technical requirements | 2.1 Review and assess business problems, opportunities and objectives 2.2 Determine technical requirements in respect of input and output, interface, process flow or quality requirements 2.3 Analyse hardware, software and network requirements 2.4 Build business platform based on software solutions 2.5 Investigate processes to be changed by the business solution 2.6 Produce an evaluation document on the impact of the technical requirements on the business |
3. Produce technical business solutions | 3.1 Develop technical solutions in response to problems and business requirements 3.2 Determine costs involved to implement the technical business solution 3.3 Investigate a range of supplier products to determine which one best meets technical requirements 3.4 Produce a report on the technical solutions addressing the business specifications and recommendations against business requirements |
4. Document and validate agreed solutions | 4.1 Forward technical requirements and solution overview to appropriate person for feedback 4.2 Analyse feedback and incorporate change as required 4.3 Document changes and distribute to appropriate person 4.4 Obtain sign-off on final business solution |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of ability to:
adapt technologies for required technical solutions
use site design software and hardware
evaluate client specifications against accepted industry practices
develop technical solutions from business specifications
document information that can be shared between businesses
apply design concepts to business solutions
document technical reports
make recommendations and offer optimum design solutions.
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:
explain the client business domain, business function and organisation
explain compatibility issues and resolution procedures
outline configuration of internet protocol (IP) networks
describe common desktop applications and operating systems
explain how to document technical specifications
summarise security protocols, standards and data encryption
explain the role of the following technologies in business systems:
network topologies
network protocols and operating systems
radio frequency (RF) networks
optical networks
mobile cellular networks
core networks
access networks
radio frequency identification.
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 networks engineering field of work and include access to:
client functional requirements
business specifications
database software
simulation software
organisational guidelines
network and computer layouts
site design software and hardware
information on a range of ICT business solutions.
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 | 1.2, 2.1, 4.2 | Organises, evaluates and critiques workplace documentation from a range of complex texts |
Writing | 1.5, 2.6, 3.4, 4.3 | Prepares clear and concise workplace documentation including reports and design solutions incorporating technical language to communicate complex information clearly and effectively |
Oral communication | 1.4 | Uses active listening, observational and questioning techniques to identify different perspectives and confirm, clarify or revise understanding |
Numeracy | 3.2 | Uses mathematical formulas and calculations to interpret business costs and evaluate possible technical design solutions |
Interact with others | 1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 1.5, 4.1, 4.3, 4.4 | Recognises and applies protocols governing what to communicate, with whom and how in context of own work Selects appropriate communication protocols and conventions in a broad range of work contexts |
Get the work done | 1.3, 2.1-2.5, 3.1, 3.3 | Uses a combination of formal, logical planning processes and an increasingly intuitive understanding of context for complex, high-impact activities with strategic implications Demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of principles, concepts, language and practices associated with the digital world and uses these to understand uses and potential of technology Implements actions according to a predetermined plan, making adjustments if necessary and addressing unexpected issues Considers strategic and operational potential of digital trends to achieve work goals, enhance work processes and enhance solutions Uses formal, analytical and lateral thinking techniques for identifying issues, generating and evaluating possible solutions |
Sectors
Telecommunications – Telecommunications Networks Engineering