Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

ICTSAS209 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Connect and use a home based local wireless network

Version 1.0
Issue Date: June 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency ICTSAS209 - Connect and use a home based local wireless network
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install, configure and secure devices to a small home based local network.It applies to individuals who, while working under a level of supervision, have responsibility in a frontline technical support capacity.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 systems administration and support field of work, and include access to:

the internet to enable configuration procedures

Wi-Fi equipment currently used in industry

technical support to support the Wi-Fi installation

technical documentation.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Confirm requirements for home office wireless network
  • Document client requirements and confirm with appropriate person
  • Identify available documentation and technical support options
  • Identify the digital devices to be connected to the network and confirm wireless network component requirements
  • Take action to ensure client support expectations are covered by vendor warranty and support services
  • Ensure required work health and safety (WHS) standards are incorporated as part of the installation process
       
Element: Prepare for installation
  • Obtain digital devices and wireless network components
  • Validate that contents of delivered components and physical contents match the packing list and resolve discrepancies if necessary
  • Determine internet service provider (ISP) connection properties
       
Element: Install and configure the wireless router and adapters
  • Install the wireless router
  • Configure the wireless router using the router configuration properties
  • Install the wireless adapters
  • Configure the wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) system
       
Element: Secure the wireless system
  • Set the security components of the system
  • Test the security components
  • Review any updated documentation regarding security issues and the components used
       


Evidence Required

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. Confirm requirements for home office wireless network

1.1 Document client requirements and confirm with appropriate person

1.2 Identify available documentation and technical support options

1.3 Identify the digital devices to be connected to the network and confirm wireless network component requirements

1.4 Take action to ensure client support expectations are covered by vendor warranty and support services

1.5 Ensure required work health and safety (WHS) standards are incorporated as part of the installation process

2. Prepare for installation

2.1 Obtain digital devices and wireless network components

2.2 Validate that contents of delivered components and physical contents match the packing list and resolve discrepancies if necessary

2.3 Determine internet service provider (ISP) connection properties

3. Install and configure the wireless router and adapters

3.1 Install the wireless router

3.2 Configure the wireless router using the router configuration properties

3.3 Install the wireless adapters

3.4 Configure the wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) system

4. Secure the wireless system

4.1 Set the security components of the system

4.2 Test the security components

4.3 Review any updated documentation regarding security issues and the components used

Evidence of the ability to:

determine suitable wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) requirements for small home office style settings

connect and integrate Wi-Fi components into a small office system safely

install and configure wireless routers and adapters as part of a Wi-Fi system

secure components of a Wi-Fi system.

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 computer component installation procedures

describe current industry accepted Wi-Fi network products

describe Wi-Fi installation requirements

identify and describe common Wi-Fi systems and Wi-Fi security considerations

identify internet service provider (ISP) connection protocols

identify and describe relevant work health and safety (WHS) procedures for electrical equipment

identify wireless network components.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Confirm requirements for home office wireless network

1.1 Document client requirements and confirm with appropriate person

1.2 Identify available documentation and technical support options

1.3 Identify the digital devices to be connected to the network and confirm wireless network component requirements

1.4 Take action to ensure client support expectations are covered by vendor warranty and support services

1.5 Ensure required work health and safety (WHS) standards are incorporated as part of the installation process

2. Prepare for installation

2.1 Obtain digital devices and wireless network components

2.2 Validate that contents of delivered components and physical contents match the packing list and resolve discrepancies if necessary

2.3 Determine internet service provider (ISP) connection properties

3. Install and configure the wireless router and adapters

3.1 Install the wireless router

3.2 Configure the wireless router using the router configuration properties

3.3 Install the wireless adapters

3.4 Configure the wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) system

4. Secure the wireless system

4.1 Set the security components of the system

4.2 Test the security components

4.3 Review any updated documentation regarding security issues and the components used

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Document client requirements and confirm with appropriate person 
Identify available documentation and technical support options 
Identify the digital devices to be connected to the network and confirm wireless network component requirements 
Take action to ensure client support expectations are covered by vendor warranty and support services 
Ensure required work health and safety (WHS) standards are incorporated as part of the installation process 
Obtain digital devices and wireless network components 
Validate that contents of delivered components and physical contents match the packing list and resolve discrepancies if necessary 
Determine internet service provider (ISP) connection properties 
Install the wireless router 
Configure the wireless router using the router configuration properties 
Install the wireless adapters 
Configure the wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) system 
Set the security components of the system 
Test the security components 
Review any updated documentation regarding security issues and the components used 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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