Course Title: Install and manage complex ICT networks
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2015
Course Code: ISYS5690C
Course Title: Install and manage complex ICT networks
School: 345T Media and Communication
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5332 - Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services
Course Contact : Program Administration
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99254815
Course Contact Email:mcvet@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher: Greg Long
Email: greg.long@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 100
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
None
Course Description
The ability to work with an ever expanding range of data and information technologies is crucial to employment in all industries.The purpose of this course is to provide you with the skills and knowledge required to install and manage enterprise-wide information and communications technology (ICT) networks as used within the live event industry.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
ICANWK529A Install and manage complex ICT networks |
Element: |
1. Plan and design a complex network to meet business requirements. |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Review network design, business requirements and latest vendor technical specifications for network components |
Element: |
2. Design and implement a security strategy |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Analyse requirements for internal and external security |
Element: |
3. Install and configure a complex network to meet business requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Check and install cabling and associated components according to industry standards |
Element: |
4. Provide integrated network services across a complex network |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Integrate multiple network services across network |
Element: |
5. Plan, design and implement voice and video business communications system |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Install software and configure and test voice over internet protocol (VoIP) and videoconferencing services |
Element: |
6. Manage and support a complex network |
Performance Criteria: |
6.1 Identify and evaluate appropriate network management tools to assist in the administration of the complex network |
Element: |
7. Test network functionality and obtain sign-off |
Performance Criteria: |
7.1 Test network functionality and record results |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
You will have demonstrated your abiity to:
- design and implement a complex network that involves integrating multiple network services to meet business requirements
- design and implement an appropriate security strategy for a complex network
- monitor and test the performance of aspects of the solution
- provide ongoing management and support of the network.
Details of Learning Activities
- Practical theory sessions
- Equipment demonstrations, set-up and practical exercises in classroom as a simulated work environment
- Group discussions
- Class exercises to review discussions/lectures
- Practical assessment
- Group activities/projects
- Research
- Simulated workplaces
- External training with Extron Australia
Out of-class self-directed learner activities for this course include: private research at selected websites including but not limited to Extron Australia, and revision of notes to reinforce classroom content and preparation for end of course underpinning theory knowledge test. These activities will be monitored and assessed during class through question/answer sessions.
Teaching Schedule
Class | Planned Activities (Subject to change) | Elements Covered |
1 | FOCUS – Course overview outlining teaching schedule An introduction to what networks are and how we use them; INCLUDES |
1,2,3,5 |
2 | FOCUS In class Assessment Task: Terminate a patch cable and cross over cable INCLUDES |
1,3,4,5 |
3 | FOCUS Explore manufacturer’s equipment and components. INCLUDES |
1,4,5 |
4 | FOCUS Network models – a look at how networks exchange information; INCLUDES |
2,3,4,5,6 |
5 | FOCUS Diving deeper into TCP/IP network protocols;
|
3,4 |
6 | FOCUS Installation practices for AV network equipment;
|
5,6 |
7 | FOCUS Requirement gathering and scoping. INCLUDES |
1 |
8 | FOCUS Commissioning documents and quality control processes. INCLUDES |
6,7 |
9 | FOCUS Installation INCLUDES |
3,4,5,6 |
10 | FOCUS Installation INCLUDES |
2,3,4,5,6,7 |
11 | FOCUS External training with Extron Australia (Providing access to large amounts of IT and AV equipment). INCLUDES |
3,4,5,6 |
12 | FOCUS Installation, commissioning and monitoring. INCLUDES |
2,3,4,5,6,7 |
13 | FOCUS In class multiple choice assessment exam. INCLUDES |
1,2,3,4,5,6,7 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
You are advised to look at the course Blackboard site for ongoing updated information. Students are expected to make full use of University library facilities, in researching about Vision system designs. |
Other Resources
You should refer to Blackboard for recources for this course. The teacher may refer you to other resources.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing and will involve demonstration of practical tasks and testing of underpinning theory knowledge.
Assessment Tasks
This unit of competency is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment. To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessment to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available on Blackboard for full details of these assessment tasks.
Assessment Task 1 - Practical Assessment Task: Assemble and test network cable. Due: Class #2 Please refer to the Assessment Tool document for full details of this assessment task.
Assessment Task 2 - Practical Assessment Task: Work in a group to install and monitor a complex ICT network capable of audio visual signal transport. Due: Class # 10 & 11 Please refer to the Assessment Tool document for full details of this assessment task.
Assessment Task 3 - Theory Test: Open book multiple choice classroom underpinning knowledge theory test. Due: Class #13 Please refer to the Assessment Tool document for full details of this assessment task.
Grades that apply to courses delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency. These are available through the course contact in Program administration.
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: rmit.edu.au/students
Attendance
The major learning experience involves studio based exercises, demonstration and production. It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain the competency.
Cover Sheet for Submissions
You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications.
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning (web link)
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process through which people can gain entry to, or credit in, recognised courses based on competencies gained. The competencies may have been gained through experience in the workplace, in voluntary work, in social or domestic activities or through informal or formal training or other life experiences. Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) applies if a student has previously successfully completed the requirements of a unit of competency or module and is now required to be reassessed to ensure that the competency has been maintained.
Assessment and Feedback (web link)
You will receive verbal feedback during scheduled class times, and written feedback from teachers on your work . Where appropriate, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
Student Progress (web link)
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.
Special consideration for Late Submission (web link)
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level. If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension. You can apply in writing for up to a week’s extension from your course teacher. If you need a longer extension, you wil need to apply for special consideration.
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism (web link)
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy go to Academic Integrity
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