Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 1.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Confirm client requirements and network equipment required

1.1 Identify and clarify organisational requirements of the client

1.2 Evaluate client requirements along with business needs in order to translate into technical requirements

1.3 Review existing network design documentation to ensure it is authorised, current and complete

1.4 Identify network topology

1.5 Identify the components required to be installed to meet the technical requirements

1.6 Contact vendors and service suppliers to obtain specifications and availability of identified components

1.7 Ensure preliminary work is completed within the required timeframe

2. Prepare for installation

2.1 Ensure client and users are aware of date and time of installation

2.2 Gather, prepare and check installation and safety equipment

2.3 Assess on-site safety arrangements for installers and users

3. Select, install and configure access points and other wireless devices

3.1 Select appropriate hardware based on identified components

3.2 Install and configure hardware to provide wireless access to network

3.3 Ensure connections are secured against intrusion or data access by unauthorised persons, are safe for users, and are protected from the environment

3.4 Configure security, monitoring, logging and quality of service features consistent with standards and protocols

3.5 Ensure test equipment is calibrated

3.6 Test wireless network systems performance and verify that it meets enterprise requirements and is consistent with standards and protocols

4. Select, install and configure antennas

4.1 Select appropriate antennas based on design plan

4.2 Safely install and configure antennas to provide wireless access to network

4.3 Measure and assess signal strength within and outside building

4.4 Resolve and report radio frequency interference issues

5. Select, install and configure antennas

5.1 Identify possible security threats to assets

5.2 Configure client server and helper security devices

5.3 Configure associations and filters

6. Train users

6.1 Provide training for users to establish and manage network connections

6.2 Resolve pairing and log-on difficulties for users

6.3 Inform users of wireless network etiquette and traffic capacity issues

6.4 Advise users of help desk contact details

7. Monitor and administer wireless network

7.1 Monitor wireless network performance using diagnostic tools, including appropriate software

7.2 Debug networking issues to maintain trouble-free wireless connection

7.3 Document current settings and store securely, consistent with commercial and business requirements

8. Finalise build process

8.1 Review network for performance issues, planned maintenance or upgrade requirements

8.2 Report to client with network documentation and recommendations for performance issues

8.3 File documentation according to organisational guidelines

Skill 

Performance Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 3.4, 3.6, 4.1, 8.3

• Gathers, interprets and analyses information from a range of sources and identifies relevant and key information

Writing

4.4, 7.3

• Prepares workplace documentation that incorporates an evaluation of information and specialised language in a format and style appropriate to a specific audience

Oral Communication

1.1, 1.2, 1.6, 2.1, 4.4, 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2

• Uses active listening and observational and questioning techniques to identify information and confirm, clarify or revise understanding
• Articulates requirements and strategies clearly and distinctively, using technical language appropriate to audience and environment

Numeracy

3.5, 4.3

• Interprets numerical information to calibrate equipment and measure and assess signal strength

Navigate the world of work

8.3

• Complies with explicit organisational policies and procedures

Interact with others

6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2

• Recognises and applies the protocols governing what to communicate, with whom and how in a range of different contexts

Get the work done

1.4, 1.5, 1.7, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1-3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 4.4, 5.1-5.3, 6.2, 7.1-7.3, 8.1, 8.3

• Uses a combination of formal, logical planning processes to ensure work is completed according to time constraints and an increasingly intuitive understanding of context to identify relevant information and risks
• Understands the importance of secure information in relation to own work and takes personal responsibility for identifying and managing risk
• Understands the purposes, specific functions and key features of common digital systems and tools, and operates them effectively to complete routine tasks
• Initiates standard procedures when solving a broad range of ICT problems
• Uses familiar digital systems and tools to access, organise, analyse and store information

Code and title 

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

ICTNWK417 Build an enterprise wireless network

ICANWK417A Build an enterprise wireless 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 1.0.