Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to fit a physical model into the design phase of the methodology.
It applies to individuals working as system designers who are required to model proposed solutions.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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. Review and confirm information requirements and existing models | 1.1 Review information requirements and clarify areas that are not understood 1.2 Identify organisational standards for developing models, and check the model development method for consistency with organisational goals 1.3 Identify assumptions and incorporate into modelling process 1.4 Identify goals and resolve into tasks required to be performed to obtain goals 1.5 Define internal tasks needed to perform identified goals |
2. Resolve conflicts and inconsistencies | 2.1 Identify missed opportunities arising from previous and current model development 2.2 Identify bottlenecks, overlooked functionalities and other issues, and resolve with client input as required |
3. Build and test model | 3.1 Develop model based on existing architecture 3.2 Document details of model, according to agreed project or organisational standards 3.3 Develop model according to project deliverables and acceptance criteria within determined timeframe and project constraints 3.4 Test model against the test plan 3.5 Document test data to ensure that test procedures validate performance of the model |
4. Ensure that the model represents a workable solution | 4.1 Ensure a consensus view of key information and communications technology (ICT) stakeholders is represented in model 4.2 Ensure model is checked by key ICT stakeholders to confirm common knowledge of the model and the proposed solution 4.3 Submit model to appropriate person for sign-off |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
use two or more development tools
develop specific areas of a system for further information or to confirm a software or hardware direction
identify opportunities for expansion of the model
test the model to a test plan.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
Evidence of Knowledge
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
outline the client business domain in relation to the organisational structure
summarise current industry-accepted hardware and software products and standards
explain modelling techniques and methodologies
outline a range of development and test tools
explain systems development methodologies.
Assessment Conditions
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:
acceptance criteria
client requirements
future organisational business processes
organisational and process goals
project budget
project deliverables
standards for model development
technical specifications
a test plan.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
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 | 1.1, 1.2, 3.2, 3.4, 3.5 | Recognises and interprets technical material and organisational standards to determine job requirements |
Writing | 3.2, 3.5 | Develops material for a specific audience, using clear and detailed language to convey explicit information, requirements and recommendations |
Oral Communication | 1.1, 2.2 | Clearly articulates requirements, using relevant language suitable to diverse audiences, and employs listening and questioning techniques to confirm understanding |
Navigate the world of work | 1.2 | Takes full responsibility for identifying and considering relevant policies and requirements in the development of preferred system solutions |
Interact with others | 4.2, 4.3 | Actively identifies the requirements of important communication exchanges, selecting appropriate channels, format, tone and content to suit purpose and audience |
Get the work done | 1.3-1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1-3.4, 4.1 | Demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of principles, concepts, language and practices associated with the digital world Uses digital tools to access and organise complex data and analyse multiple sources of information for strategic purposes Is acutely aware of the importance of understanding, monitoring and controlling access to digitally stored and transmitted information Uses a combination of formal and logical planning processes and an increasingly intuitive understanding of context to set benchmarks and identify project scope when developing a model Makes a range of critical decisions in relatively complex situations, taking a range of constraints into account Recognises and addresses complex problems in systems models and may seek advice from relevant experts |
Sectors
Networking