Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners
ICTNWK406 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Install, configure and test network security
Version 1.0
Issue Date: June 2024
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Unit of Competency | ICTNWK406 - Install, configure and test network security |
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Learning Outcomes and Application | This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install, configure and test network security in an information and communications technology (ICT) network.It applies to individuals working as ICT professionals who install, configure and test secure networks of any size.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. | ||
Duration and Setting | X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting. 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 secure network installation may be conducted network security documentation equipment specifications network components hardware and software firewalls (hardware and software) a live network organisational guidelines networked (LAN) computers WAN service point of presence. Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements. |
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Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners | Student Learning Resources | Handouts Activities |
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Elements of Competency | Performance Criteria | |||||||
Element: Assess network security threats and vulnerabilities to identify risk |
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Element: Implement countermeasures for identified vulnerabilities and threats |
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Element: Test and verify functionality and performance of security system implemented |
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Element: Provide systems for monitoring and maintaining security |
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