Course Title: Install, configure and test an internet protocol network

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2012

Course Code: COSC6094C

Course Title: Install, configure and test an internet protocol network

School: 155T Vocational Health and Sciences

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4299 - Certificate IV in Information Technology Networking

Course Contact: Geoff Moss

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4852

Course Contact Email: geoff.moss@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teacher: Alex Buono
Phone: 9925 4475
Email: alex.buono@rmit.edu.au
Office: 51.07.01

Nominal Hours: 50

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

Nil

Course Description

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to carry out the installation of network hardware and software, initial configuration according to organisational requirements and testing of an internet protocol (IP) network. This may be part of the upgrade of an existing network or the implementation of a new network.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

ICTTEN4198A Install, configure and test an internet protocol network

Element:

Complete documentation and clean up worksite

Performance Criteria:

1.1. Prepare for given work according to relevant legislation, occupational health and safety (OHS), 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 components and 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

Element:

Install and configure an IP network

Performance Criteria:

2.1. Install and configure server hardware and software according to organisational and industry standards, following plans
2.2. Install and configure computer, other hardware and software according to organisational and industry standards and plans
2.3. Install and configure other software required for the network to operate with security and integrity according to the plan

Element:

Prepare to install an IP network

Performance Criteria:

3.1. Test the installed software and hardware, utilising available technical tools, to ensure that all components are functioning as expected
3.2. Test the network to ensure it is functioning according to specifications
3.3. Resolve problems identified in the modified network

Element:

Test and reconfigure the IP network

Performance Criteria:

4.1. Complete hardware and asset recording document in line with organisational requirements
4.2. Document installation, boot-up and configuration procedures according to organisational requirements
4.3. Tabulate test results and complete all user reports
4.4. Complete client report and notify of status of the network


Learning Outcomes


Activities in this course aim to enhance your knowledge required to carry out the installation of network hardware and software, initial configuration according to organisational requirements and testing of an internet protocol (IP) network. This may be part of the upgrade of an existing network or the implementation of a new network. The Internet will be used as a learning tool and a resource for students to seek and locate relevant information.


Details of Learning Activities

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to carry out the installation of network hardware and software, initial configuration according to organisational requirements and testing of an internet protocol (IP) network. This may be part of the upgrade of an existing network or the implementation of a new network.


Teaching Schedule

WeeksTopicSoftware/ReadingAssessment
1 Introduction    
2 Computer and Network Components    
3 Wireless Networks CCNA 3 Chapter 7  
4 Install, Configure and test an Internet Protocol   Lab Based Assessment


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources


Overview of Assessment

Assessment occurs throughout the program and includes learning and assessment activities conducted in the classroom, online and in the workplace giving you the opportunity to practice and be assessed on what you are learning in a work context. You must demonstrate an understanding of all elements of a particular competency to be deemed competent. Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks.

Assessment will incorporate a variety of methods including technical requirements, documentation, workplace activities, in class exercises, quizzes, practical problem solving exercises and presentations. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment work to their teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met.

If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or the Disability Liaison Unit if you would like to find out more.


Assessment Tasks

Case Study/Report
You will be required to complete a case study where they will need to complete the following
• Research new components
• Make recommendations to a client
• Develop a plan to implement the designs which will have a minimum disruption to the client
• Document the installation, configuration, assets and test-results

Skills Based Assessments:
These assessments can be done either at RMIT or at the workplace, providing appropriate equipment is available.
Students must demonstrate they are competent in each of the following areas in order to complete the course satisfactorily.

Skills required to be demonstrated:
• Install and configure an IP network
• Test and reconfigure the IP network if required


Assessment Matrix

ElementAssignmentPractical TasksIn Class/ Work ObservationIn Class Testing
1.1     x  
1.2     x  
1.3 x      
1.4 x      
1.5 x      
1.6 x      
1.7 x      
2.1   x x x
2.2   x x x
2.3   x x x
3.1   x x x
3.2   x x x
3.3   x x x
4.1 x      
4.2 x      
4.3 x      
4.4 x      

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