Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit defines the competency required to install and configure a router to a basic level. The following units are linked and form an appropriate cluster:
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Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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ICAI3101B |
Install and manage network protocols |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Select and install router |
1.1. Select router based on organisational needs and criteria 1.2. Assemble router and peripherals in accordance with manufacturer requirements, enterprise guidelines and protocols 1.3. Configure router according to manufacturer instructions and technical requirements, taking into account interoperability requirements with network components 1.4. Reconfigure individual workstations to operate within the new environment, if required |
2. Configure and test router |
2.1. Test router and peripherals in accordance with manufacturer instructions and technical requirements 2.2. Test hardware and router to ensure full functionality and interoperability 2.3. Reconfigure additional hardware as required 2.4. Make adjustments to network depending on test results |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
To demonstrate competency in this unit the person will require access to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Routers are devices or sometimes software in a computer that directs information packets to the next point in their destination. Routers are generally located at any juncture of networks, including each internet point of presence. Poorly configured routers can have significant negative consequences and care must be taken to reduce risk associated with router settings and security. The breadth, depth and complexity covering planning and initiation of alternative approaches to skills or knowledge applications across a broad range of technical and/or management requirements, evaluation and coordination would be characteristic. Assessment must ensure:
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Method of assessment |
The purpose of this unit is to define the standard of performance to be achieved in the workplace. In undertaking training and assessment activities related to this unit, consideration should be given to the implementation of appropriate diversity and accessibility practices in order to accommodate people who may have special needs. Additional guidance on these and related matters is provided in ICA05 Section 1.
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
An individual demonstrating this competency would be able to:
Additionally, an individual demonstrating this competency would be able to:
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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Router may include: |
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Peripherals may include but are not limited to: |
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Hardware may include but is not limited to: |
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Network may include but is not limited to: |
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Protocols |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Implement |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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Competency field
Competency field |