Install and commission a local area computer network 114072 This unit standard is intended: To provide fundamental knowledge of the areas covered. For those working in, or entering the workplace in the area of Data Communication & Networking. As additional knowledge for those wanting to understand the areas covered. People credited with this unit standard are able to: Install local area network devices. Install local area network system software and application software. Test the installation of local area computer networks. The performance of all elements is to a standard that allows for further learning in this area. LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING The credit value of this unit is based on a person having prior knowledge and skills to: Demonstrate competence to resolve technical computer problems Demonstrate an understanding of wide-area networks (WAN`s), comparing them with local area networks (LAN`s). Module 5 – Network Support Skills Author: LEARNER MANUAL Rel Date: 27/01/2018 Rev Date: 01/06/2023 Doc Ref: 48573 LM Mod 1 v-1 PAGE 166 INDEX Competence Requirements Page Unit Standard 114072 alignment index Here you will find the different outcomes explained which you need to be 168 proved competent in, in order to complete the Unit Standard 114072. Unit Standard 114072 170 Install local area network devices 174 The installation ensures that LAN system software and application software are 186 installed according to manufacturer’s guidelines Test the installation of local area computer networks 192 Self-assessment Once you have completed all the questions after being facilitated, you need to check the progress you have made. If you feel that you are competent in the areas mentioned, you may tick the blocks, if however you feel that you 197 require additional knowledge, you need to indicate so in the block below. Show this to your facilitator and make the necessary arrangements to assist you to become competent. Module 5 – Network Support Skills Author: LEARNER MANUAL Rel Date: 27/01/2018 Rev Date: 01/06/2023 Doc Ref: 48573 LM Mod 1 v-1 PAGE 167 Unit Standard 114072 – Alignment Index SPECIFIC OUTCOMES AND RELATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA SO 1 Install local area network devices The installation ensures that LAN devices complete the manufacturer’s diagnostic tests free AC 1 of errors The installation ensures that the LAN devices are located and interconnected according to AC 2 manufacturer’s specifications and installation specifications The installation ensures that the LAN devices are configured and customised according to AC 3 manufacturer’s specifications and installation specifications The installation ensures that LAN system software and application software are SO 2 installed according to manufacturer’s guidelines The installation ensures that the LAN system software and application software operates AC 1 according to manufacturer’s and installation specification The installation ensures that the LAN system software and application software is AC 2 configured and customised according to installation specification The installation ensures that the LAN system software and application software performs AC 3 according to manufacturer’s and installation specification SO 3 Test the installation of local area computer networks The testing ensures that the LAN operates according to manufacturer’s and installation AC 1 specification AC 2 The testing procedure meets the manufacturer’s guidelines and installation specification AC 3 The testing ensures that results are recorded according to installation specification Module 5 – Network Support Skills Author: LEARNER MANUAL Rel Date: 27/01/2018 Rev Date: 01/06/2023 Doc Ref: 48573 LM Mod 1 v-1 PAGE 168 CRITICAL CROSS FIELD OUTCOMES UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING Work effectively with others as a member of an organisation. UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING Organise and manage him/her self and his/her activities responsibly and effectively. UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING Collect, analyse, organise, and critically evaluate information. UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others. UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem solving contexts do not exists in isolation. UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING Contribute to his/her full personal development and the social and economic development of the society at large by being aware of the importance of: reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively, exploring education and career opportunities and developing entrepreneurial opportunities ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 1. Performance of all elements is to be carried out in accordance with organisation standards and procedures, unless otherwise stated. Organisation standards and procedures may cover: quality assurance, documentation, security, communication, health and safety, and personal behaviour. An example of the standards expected is the standards found in ISO 9000 Certified Organisations. 2. Performance of all elements complies with the laws of South Africa, especially with regard to copyright, privacy, health and safety, and consumer rights. 3. All activities must comply with any policies, procedures and requirements of the organisations involved, the ethical codes of relevant professional bodies and any relevant legislative and/ or regulatory requirements. 4. Performance of all elements is to be completed within the normal range of time and cost that would be expected in a professional environment (eg. In a commercial or government organisation). 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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD: Install and commission a local area computer network SAQA US UNIT STANDARD TITLE ID 114072 Install and commission a local area computer network ORIGINATOR SGB Information Systems and Technology PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY - FIELD SUBFIELD Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences Information Technology and Computer Sciences ABET UNIT STANDARD PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS BAND TYPE Undefined Regular Level 5 Level TBA: Pre-2009 was 9 L5 REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START REGISTRATION END SAQA DECISION DATE DATE NUMBER Reregistered 2018-07-01 2023-06-30 SAQA 06120/18 LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT 2024-06-30 2027-06-30 In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise. This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD This unit standard is intended: To provide fundamental knowledge of the areas covered. For those working in, or entering the workplace in the area of Data Communication & Networking. As additional knowledge for those wanting to understand the areas covered. People credited with this unit standard are able to: Install local area network devices. Install local area network system software and application software. Test the installation of local area computer networks. The performance of all elements is to a standard that allows for further learning in this area. Module 5 – Network Support Skills Author: LEARNER MANUAL Rel Date: 27/01/2018 Rev Date: 01/06/2023 Doc Ref: 48573 LM Mod 1 v-1 PAGE 170 LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING The credit value of this unit is based on a person having prior knowledge and skills to: Demonstrate competence to resolve technical computer problems Demonstrate an understanding of wide-area networks (WAN`s), comparing them with local area networks (LAN`s). UNIT STANDARD RANGE N/A Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 Install local area network devices. ASSESSMENT CRITERIA ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 1. The installation ensures that the LAN devices complete the manufacturer`s diagnostic tests free of errors. ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 2. The installation ensures that the LAN devices are located and interconnected according to manufacturer`s specifications and installation specifications. ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 3. The installation ensures that the LAN devices are configured and customised according to manufacturer`s specifications and installation specifications. SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 The installation ensures that the LAN system software and application software performs accordingly. OUTCOME RANGE The installation ensures that LAN system software and application software are installed according to manufacturer`s guidelines. ASSESSMENT CRITERIA ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 1. The installation ensures that the LAN system software and application software operates according to manufacturer`s and installation specification. ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 2. The installation ensures that the LAN system software and application