Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install, configure and secure devices to a small home based local network.
It applies to individuals who, while working under a level of supervision, have responsibility in a frontline technical support capacity.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Systems administration and support
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. Confirm requirements for home office wireless network |
1.1 Document client requirements and confirm with appropriate person 1.2 Identify available documentation and technical support options 1.3 Identify the digital devices to be connected to the network and confirm wireless network component requirements 1.4 Take action to ensure client support expectations are covered by vendor warranty and support services 1.5 Ensure required work health and safety (WHS) standards are incorporated as part of the installation process |
2. Prepare for installation |
2.1 Obtain digital devices and wireless network components 2.2 Validate that contents of delivered components and physical contents match the packing list and resolve discrepancies if necessary 2.3 Determine internet service provider (ISP) connection properties |
3. Install and configure the wireless router and adapters |
3.1 Install the wireless router 3.2 Configure the wireless router using the router configuration properties 3.3 Install the wireless adapters 3.4 Configure the wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) system |
4. Secure the wireless system |
4.1 Set the security components of the system 4.2 Test the security components 4.3 Review any updated documentation regarding security issues and the components used |
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 |
Learning |
1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 3.1-3.4, 4.3 |
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Reading |
1.2-1.5, 2.1-2.3, 3.1-3.4, 4.1-4.3 |
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Writing |
1.1 |
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Oral Communication |
1.1, 1.4 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.1-1.5, 2.1-2.3, 3.1-3.4, 4.1-4.3 |
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Interact with others |
1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 2.2 |
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Get the work done |
1.1-1.5, 2.1-2.3, 3.1-3.4, 4.1-4.3 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
ICTSAS209 Connect and use a home based local wireless network |
ICASAS209A Connect and use a home based local wireless network |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a53af4e4-b400-484e-b778-71c9e9d6aff2