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 document network related problems, determine solutions, or escalate problems to a new support level.
It applies to individuals, working as frontline technical support personnel, who maintain network continuity by isolating and rectifying network problems as they arise.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Networking
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. Determine client requirements and identify if problem exists |
1.1 Log calls from help-desk support staff 1.2 Determine and document problem based on client requirements |
2. Determine whether problem is covered by policy |
2.1 Verify the scope and coverage of maintenance and technical support agreements relative to the problem and client requirements 2.2 Provide assistance according to organisational guidelines |
3. Carry out maintenance support on identified problem |
3.1 Conduct diagnostic tests around identified problem 3.2 Complete maintenance according to organisational guidelines 3.3 Obtain new components as part of the resolution, where necessary 3.4 Store or dispose of components according to organisational and environmental guidelines |
4. Prepare maintenance report and confirm solution |
4.1 Prepare maintenance report according to organisational guidelines and support agreements 4.2 Refer unresolved maintenance requirements to appropriate higher level service area 4.3 Follow up with the client to determine solution success and close the report |
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 |
2.1, 2.2, 3.2, 3.4, 4.1 |
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Writing |
1.1, 1.2, 4.1 |
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Oral Communication |
4.2, 4.3 |
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Navigate the world of work |
2.2, 3.4 |
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Get the work done |
1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1-3.4, 4.3 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
ICTNWK302 Determine and action network problems |
ICANWK302A Identify and resolve network problems |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages. The title has been edited to correct the wording to that of the original competency intent. |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a53af4e4-b400-484e-b778-71c9e9d6aff2