Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 2.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Prepare to install router

1.1 Prepare for given work according to relevant legislation, work health and safety (WHS) regulations, codes and standards

1.2 Arrange site access according to required procedure

1.3 Ascertain network topology from technical requirements

1.4 Determine the internet protocol (IP) addressing scheme for the network topology

1.5 Evaluate network management and security requirements, with reference to current and future requirements

1.6 Select a router with appropriate features according to technical requirements

1.7 Choose cables, wireless application protocol (WAP), wide area network (WAN) connectors and other peripherals according to network and router specification, and WAN protocols

2. Install and configure router

2.1 Assemble router and peripherals according to manufacturer’s requirements, enterprise guidelines and protocols

2.2 Connect communications cables and WAN connectors to the router and network

2.3 Configure router according to manufacturer’s instructions and technical requirements, taking into account interoperability requirements with network components

3. Test router and reconfigure network

3.1 Test the router for connectivity across the network and for routing protocol functions

3.2 Adapt or modify predetermined router configuration, depending on outcome of tests

3.3 Review router in line with organisational requirements

3.4 Test router and peripherals according to manufacturer’s instructions and technical requirements

3.5 Test hardware and router to ensure full functionality and interoperability

3.6 Reconfigure additional hardware as required

3.7 Make adjustments to network depending on test results

4. Complete documentation and clean worksite

4.1 Tabulate test results and complete all user reports

4.2 Complete report and notify client of network status

4.3 Clean up and restore worksite to client’s satisfaction

4.4 Secure sign-off from appropriate person

Skill 

Performance 

Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1-1.3, 2.1, 2.3, 3.2, 3.3

• Recognises and interprets technical, legislative and operational documentation to determine job requirements

Writing

3.4, 4.1, 4.2

• Uses clear, specific and industry-related terminology to produce and update workplace documentation in predetermined formats

Oral Communication

4.2

• Clearly liaises with internal and external personnel on technical, operational and business related matters
• Uses listening and questioning skills to confirm understanding for requirements

Numeracy

2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4-3.7

• Undertakes test measurements, interprets results and evaluates performance and interoperability of network

Navigate the world of work

1.1, 4.3

• Takes personal responsibility for adherence to legal and regulatory responsibilities relevant to own work
• Recognises and follows explicit and implicit protocols and meets expectations associated with own role

Interact with others

4.4

• Cooperates with others as part of familiar routine activities and contributes to specific activities requiring joint responsibility and accountability

Get the work done

1.2-1.7, 2.1-2.3, 3.1-3.7

• Understands key principles and concepts underpinning design and operation of digital systems and tools, and applies these as required
• Takes responsibility for own workload, negotiating some key aspects with others
• Implements actions according to a predetermined plan, making adjustments if necessary
• Makes decisions quickly and intuitively in familiar situations requiring immediate attention, drawing on past experience to identify key variables and determine the best course of action
• Recognises and anticipates an increasing range of familiar problems, their symptoms and causes, depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

ICTTEN417 Install, configure and test a router

ICTTEN4199A Install, configure and test a router

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 2.0.