List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare to install a medium enterprise switch | 1.1 Prepare for given work according to legislation, workplace health and safety (WHS), codes, regulations and standards 1.2 Arrange access to the site according to required procedure 1.3 Review existing network design documentation to ensure it is current and complete 1.4 Select the network elements required to be installed to meet the technical requirements 1.5 Contact vendors and service suppliers to obtain specifications and availability of identified components 1.6 Develop plans, with prioritised tasks and contingency arrangements, for installation of components with minimum disruption to client 1.7 Liaise with appropriate person to obtain approval for the plans, including security clearance and timing |
2. Configure basic switch operation | 2.1 Determine network segmentation, basic traffic management and basic switching requirements 2.2 Perform, save and verify initial switch configuration tasks 2.3 Select the appropriate media, cables, ports, and connectors to connect switches to other network devices and hosts 2.4 Perform, save and verify initial switch configuration tasks 2.5 Upgrade firmware on a switch 2.6 Save and back up switch configuration files 2.7 Implement basic switch security |
3. Configure and verify advanced switching functions | 3.1 Determine enhanced switching technologies 3.2 Configure and verify virtual local area networks (VLANs) 3.3 Configure and verify trunks between switches 3.4 Configure and verify inter-VLAN routing 3.5 Configure and verify spanning tree protocol (STP) and rapid spanning tree protocol (RSTP) operation |
4. Troubleshoot medium enterprise switches | 4.1 Troubleshoot device configuration and network connectivity using basic utilities 4.2 Identify and resolve common switched network issues |
Evidence of the ability to:
prepare for the installation of an enterprise switch
install, configure and test network elements to ensure interoperability within the network
apply network topologies, protocols and security issues
apply solutions and troubleshoot defined network problems.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
identify and describe switches and their operation
describe the installation requirements of switches, including:
debug commands
routing between virtual local area networks (VLANs)
spanning tree protocol (STP)
switch calling line identification (CLI) commands
switch security, including:
port deactivation
port security
secure shell (SSH)
advanced switching technologies
common network switching issues
identify and describe the different types of network and related equipment
outline the types of documentation required when installing switches.
Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the network industry, and include access to:
a site where network installation may be conducted
enterprise switches and operating systems
equipment specifications
hardware and software
organisational guidelines.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.