Release 

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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 for installation and maintenance of network with WAN access

1.1 Prepare for given work according to work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements with appropriate personnel

1.2 Identify safety hazards and implement risk control measures in consultation with appropriate personnel

1.3 Determine network nature and scope from job briefs or appropriate personnel

1.4 Select and obtain network hardware, software, WAN protocol and technology requirements according to enterprise procedures

1.5 Obtain operating instructions, manuals, installation procedures, hardware and software testing methodologies and testing resources

1.6 Consult appropriate personnel to ensure task is coordinated effectively with others involved at the worksite

2. Install and maintain WAN accessible network

2.1 Determine network addressing scheme for network connectivity, and confirm using calculations

2.2 Identify security threats and initiate control measures according to enterprise procedures

2.3 Set up and configure network to provide WAN access according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures

2.4 Use hardware and software analysis and diagnostic methodologies to test network connectivity

3. Complete and document WAN network installation

3.1 Restore worksite to safe condition according to established safety procedures

3.2 Record and store essential installation information according to enterprise procedures

3.3 Notify appropriate personnel of completion of the task according to enterprise procedures

Skill 

Performance 

Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 2.2, 2.3, 3.2, 3.3

• Recognises and interprets enterprise procedures, manuals and specifications to determine job requirements

Writing

1.2, 3.2, 3.3

• Uses clear, specific and industry-related terminology to develop network documentation and maintain network records
• Writes concisely when communicating with relevant personnel

Oral Communication

1.2, 1.3, 1.6, 3.3

• Liaises and negotiates with others to achieve outcomes
• Uses listening and questioning skills to confirm understanding for requirements

Numeracy

2.1

• Interprets technical data and performs calculations to verify information

Navigate the world of work

1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1-3.3

• Takes personal responsibility for adherence to legal and regulatory responsibilities relevant to own work, and draws attention to any issues that may affect self or others
• Recognises and follows organisational procedures and protocols and meets expectations associated with own role

Interact with others

1.6

• Collaborates with others to achieve joint outcomes, playing an active role in facilitating effective group interaction

Get the work done

1.4, 1.5, 2.1-2.4, 3.2, 3.3

• Understands key principles and concepts underpinning design and operation of digital systems and tools, and applies these as required including using industry-standard troubleshooting
• Takes responsibility for planning and organising own workload, identifying ways of sequencing and combining elements for greater efficiency
• 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 unexpected problems, their symptoms and causes, on the basis of safety and specified work outcomes

Code and title  

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Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

ICTTEN423 Install and maintain a wide area network

ICTTEN4214A Install and maintain a wide area network

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.