ICTTEN622 Produce ICT network architecture designs Assignment Help

This document is for the student and provides all the assessment tasks which need to be completed to be deemed competent in this unit. The document also provides instructions and information to assist the student to complete each assessment task. Students must respond to all questions and submit the assessment to their Assessor.

Assessment Pack (UAP) – Cover Sheet

Student and Trainer/Assessor Details

Student ID
Student name
Trainer/Assessor name

Course and Unit Details

Course code
Course name
Unit code	ICTTEN622
Unit name	Produce ICT network architecture designs

Assessment Submission Method

☐ By hand to trainer/assessor

☐ By email totrainer/assessor

☐Online submission via Learning Management System (LMS)

☐ By Australia Post to RTO

☐ Any other method _________________________________________________

(Please mention here)

Student Declaration

I certify that the work submitted for this assessment pack is my own. I have clearly referenced any sources used in my submission. I understand that a false declaration is a form of malpractice.
I have kept a copy of this assessment pack and all relevant notes, attachments, and reference material that I used in the production of the assessment pack;
For the purposes of assessment, I give the Trainer/Assessor of this assessment the permission to:
- Reproduce this assessment and provide a copy to another member of staff; and
- Take steps to authenticate the assessment, including communicating a copy of this assessment to a checking service (which may retain a copy of the assessment on its database for future plagiarism checking).

Student signature

Date

Assessment Plan

To demonstrate competence in this unit, the student must be assessed as satisfactory in each of the following assessment tasks.

Evidence recorded	Evidence Type/ Method of assessment		Sufficient evidence recorded/Outcome
Unit Assessment Task 1	Unit Knowledge Test (UKT)		S / NS (First Attempt) S / NS (Second Attempt)
Unit Assessment Task 2	Unit Skills Test (UST)		S / NS (First Attempt) S / NS (Second Attempt)
Unit Assessment Task 3	Unit Project (UP)		S / NS (First Attempt) S / NS (Second Attempt)
Final result	C ☐ NYC ☐	Date assessed
Final result	C ☐ NYC ☐	Trainer/Assessor Signature

Unit information pack

The student and Trainer/Assessor must read and understand all the information in the unit information pack before completing the unit assessment pack.

Pre-assessment checklist

Purpose

The pre-assessment checklist helps students determine if they are ready for assessment. The Trainer/Assessor must review the checklist with the student before the student attempts the assessment task. If any items of the checklist are incomplete or not clear to the student, the Trainer/Assessor must provide relevant information to the student to ensure they understand the requirements of the assessment task. The student must ensure they are ready for the assessment task before undertaking it.

Information for students

Please make sure you have completed the necessary prior learning before attempting this assessment.
Please make sure your Trainer/Assessor has clearly explained the assessment process and tasks to be completed.
Please make sure you understand what evidence is required to be collected and how.
Please make sure you know your rights and the complaints and appeal process.
Please make sure you discuss any special needs or reasonable adjustments to be considered during the assessment (refer to the Reasonable Adjustments Strategy Matrix and negotiate these with your Trainer/Assessor).
Please make sure that you have access to a computer and the internet (if you prefer to type the answers).
Please ensure that you have all the required resources needed to complete this Unit Assessment Task (UAT).
Due date of this assessment task is according to your timetable.
In exceptional (compelling and compassionate) circumstances, an extension to submit an assessment can be granted by the Trainer/Assessor.
Evidence of the compelling and compassionate circumstances must be provided together with your request for an extension to submit your assessment work.
Request for an extension to submit your assessment work must be made before the due date of this assessment task.

Reasonable adjustments

If student has requested a reasonable adjustment, then complete the reasonable adjustment form included in the unit information pack.

Student declaration

I confirm that Trainer/Assessor has provided all the information related to the assessment task as included in the information for student section and I am ready for the assessment.

Student signature

Date

Assessment task instructions

Assessment type:

Written Questions

Instructions provided to the student:

Assessment task description:

This is the first (1) unit of assessment task that the student must successfully complete to be deemed competent in this unit of competency.
The Unit Knowledge Test is comprised of twenty-one (21) written questions.
Student must respond to all the questions and submit them to the Trainer/Assessor.
Student must answer all questions to the required level, e.g. provide the number of points, to be deemed satisfactory in this task.
Trainer/Assessor is required to provide feedback within two weeks and notify students when results are available.

Applicable conditions:

This knowledge test is untimed and is conducted as an open book test (this means student can refer to textbooks during the test).
Student must read and respond to all questions.
Student may handwrite/use computers to answer the questions.
Student must complete the task independently.
No marks or grades are allocated for this assessment task. The outcome of the task will be Satisfactory or Not Satisfactory.
Trainer /Assessor must assess student’s written skills and knowledge as he/she completes this assessment task.
The Trainer/Assessor may ask the student relevant questions on this assessment task to ensure that this is his/her own work.

Resubmissions and reattempts:

Where a student’s answers are deemed not satisfactory after the first attempt, a resubmission attempt will be allowed.
Student may speak to their Trainer/Assessor if the student has any difficulty in completing this task and requiresa reasonable adjustment (e.g., can be given as an oral assessment).
For more information, please refer to the RTO Student Handbook.

Location:

This assessment task may be completed in (tick the relevant box):

☐ Learning Management System	☐ Classroom
☐ Simulated learning environment	☐ Workplace
Other: ____________________________________

Trainer/Assessor will provide the student with further information regarding the location for completing this assessment task.

Purpose of the assessment

The purpose of the assessment is to check knowledge relevant to the unit.

Instructions for answering written questions:

Students must complete a written assessment consisting of a series of questions.
It is expected from students to correctly answer all the questions.
Answers must demonstrate an understanding and application of relevant concepts, critical thinking, and good writing skills.
Students must respond to all questions for this assessment in a concise manner, providing only information that is relevant.
Student must use non-discriminatory language. The language should not devalue, demean, or exclude individuals or groups on the basis of such attributes including gender, disability, culture, race, religion, sexual preference, age and/or any other basis. Gender inclusive language should be used.
Assessors must not accept responses/answers that have been copied directly from other sources materials.

Resources required to complete the assessment task:

Computer
Internet
MS Word
Learning management system
Learning material such as textbooks.

Question 1: Explain the stakeholder consultation process. Answer in 100-200 words.	Satisfactory response
	Yes ☐	No ☐

Question 2: As an ICT manager, what steps will you follow to evaluate business problems and opportunities? Answer in 60-120 words.	Satisfactory response
	Yes ☐	No ☐

Question3: Briefly explain the term access network and write four types of the access network. Answer in 100-150 words.	Satisfactory response
	Yes ☐	No ☐

Question4: Explain the term core network. Answer in 100-150 words.	Satisfactory response
	Yes ☐	No ☐

Question5: Answer the following questions.

A) Explain the main function of the network topologies. Answer in 15-35 words.

B) Explain the following topologies including their features, advantages, and disadvantages. Answer in 200-300 words.

Ring topology
Hybrid topology

Satisfactory response

A) Yes ☐

B) Yes ☐

No ☐

Question6: Answer the following questions.

A) Explain the term cell in the cellular network. Answer in 20-50 words.

B) In a cellular network, why cells are slightly overlapping at the edges? Answer in 20-50 words.

C) Explain the term cellular network. Answer in 100-180 words.

Satisfactory response

A) Yes ☐

B) Yes ☐

C) Yes ☐

No ☐

Question7: Answer the following questions.

A) What are the main functions of network protocols? Answer in 30-60 words.

B) Explain the following network protocol. Answer in 250-350 words.

TCP/IP
Ethernet

C) Explain the operating system and its two functions. Answer in 150-250 words.

D) Compare Linux and Windows server operating systems including advantages and disadvantages. Answer in 300-400 words.

Satisfactory response

A) Yes ☐

B) Yes ☐

C) Yes ☐

D) Yes ☐

No ☐

Question8: Answer the following questions.

A) Explain the term optical network. Answer in 50-100 words.

B) Explain the principals of optical fiber communication. Answer in 100-200 words.

Satisfactory response

A) Yes ☐

B) Yes ☐

No ☐

Question 9: Answer the following questions.

A) Explain radio frequency (RF) technologies. Answer in 30-50 words.

B) Write three basic principles of radio frequency (RF). Answer in 200-300 words.

C) Briefly explain the following RFID (Radio-frequency identification) hardware and software. Answer in 150-250 words.

Barcode scanner/reader
Asset tracking software

Satisfactory response

A) Yes ☐

B) Yes ☐

C) Yes ☐

No ☐

Question10: Explain the following business processes related to ICT sector. Answer in 200-300 words.

Work health and safety process
Network management process
Software solutions process
Supplier costing process

Satisfactory response

Yes ☐

No ☐

Question11: Answer the following questions.

A) What do you understand from the term compatibility issues? Answer in 20-50 words.

B) Explain two compatibility issues and resolution processes related to Windows 10 operating system. Answer in 100-200 words.

Satisfactory response

A) Yes ☐

B) Yes ☐

No ☐

Question12: What steps will you follow to configure static IP in a Windows computer?	Satisfactory response
	Yes ☐	No ☐

Question 13: Summarise the following desktop applications in your own words. Answer in 60-120 words.

MS Office
Lucidchart

Satisfactory response

Yes ☐

No ☐

Question 14: Answer the following questions.

A) Explain the security protocols and provide three examples. Answer in 60-120 words.

B) What do you understand from the term network security standards and provide two examples? Answer in 60-120 words.

C) Briefly explain the data encryption. Answer in 30-50 words.

Satisfactory response

A) Yes ☐

B) Yes ☐

C) Yes ☐

No ☐

Question 15: What steps will you follow to create a network diagram in Lucidchart software. Answer in 50-100 words.	Satisfactory response
	Yes ☐	No ☐

Question16: What five principles will you follow before selecting the software for the business.	Satisfactory response
	Yes ☐	No ☐

Question 17: What are the things/information will you consider during the benchmarking design? Write five things/information.	Satisfactory response
	Yes ☐	No ☐

Question 18: What four steps will you follow to identify support and training required within organisation.	Satisfactory response
	Yes ☐	No ☐

Question 19: What 10 steps will you follow while preparing network documentation?	Satisfactory response
	Yes ☐	No ☐

Question 20: Answer the following:

A.) What is meant by the term network design documentation? The answer must be between 50-100 words.

B.) What is the importance of network documentation? Answer must be between 50-100 words.

Satisfactory response

A) Yes ☐

B) Yes ☐

No ☐

Question 21: Briefly explain the following legislation, codes, work practices, standards associated with the designing of the network:

WHS Act 2011
Telecommunications Regulations 2001
Safe work practices related to networking

The answer must be between 150-200 words.

Satisfactory response

Yes ☐

No ☐

Pre-assessment checklist

Purpose

Information for students

Please make sure you have completed the necessary prior learning before attempting this assessment.
Please make sure your Trainer/Assessor has clearly explained the assessment process and tasks to be completed.
Please make sure you understand what evidence is required to be collected and how.
Please make sure you know your rights and the complaints and appeal process.
Please make sure you discuss any special needs or reasonable adjustments to be considered during the assessment (refer to the Reasonable Adjustments Strategy Matrix and negotiate these with your Trainer/Assessor).
Please make sure that you have access to a computer and the internet (if you prefer to type the answers).
Please ensure that you have all the required resources needed to complete this Unit Assessment Task (UAT).
Due date of this assessment task is according to your timetable.
In exceptional (compelling and compassionate) circumstances, an extension to submit an assessment can be granted by the Trainer/Assessor.
Evidence of the compelling and compassionate circumstances must be provided together with your request for an extension to submit your assessment work.
Request for an extension to submit your assessment work must be made before the due date of this assessment task.

Reasonable adjustments

If a student requires a reasonable adjustment, then complete the reasonable adjustment form included in the unit information pack.

Student declaration

I confirm that the Trainer/Assessor has provided all the information related to the assessment task as included in the information for student section and I am ready for the assessment.

Student signature

Date

Assessment task instructions

Assessment type:

Unit Project

Instructions provided to the student:

Assessment task description:

This is the second (2) unit assessment task that student has to successfully complete to be deemed competent in this unit of competency.
The student is required to complete two activities.
- Activity 1: Review business requirements and prepare for ICT architecture design
- Activity 2: Prepare a draft report on ICT network architecture design
The student must attempt all criteria to the required level, e.g., Assessment criteria mentioned in the performance checklist to be deemed satisfactory in this task.

Applicable conditions:

Activity 2 is untimed and conducted as an open book test (this means the student can refer to textbooks or other learner materials during the test).
Activity 1 is timed.
The student must complete the task independently.
No marks or grades are allocated for this assessment task. The outcome of the task will be Satisfactory or Not Satisfactory.
Trainer /Assessor must assess student’s practical skills, technique, and knowledge as he/she completes this assessment task.
The Trainer/Assessor may ask the student relevant questions on this assessment task to ensure that this is his/her own work.

Resubmissions and reattempts:

Where a student’s performanceis deemed not satisfactory after the first attempt, a resubmission attempt will be allowed. Assessor must note any such submissions.
Student may speak to their Trainer/Assessor if the student has any difficulty in completing this task and requires a reasonable adjustment (e.g., can be given as an oral assessment).
For more information, please refer to the RTO Student Handbook.

Location:

This assessment task may be completed in (tick the relevant box):

☐ Learning Management System	☐ Classroom
☐ Simulated learning environment	☐ Workplace
Other: ____________________________________

Purpose of the assessment:

Purpose of this assessment is to check skills and knowledge related to performance criteria and performance evidence of the unit.

General Instructions for attempting the project:

Student must complete all the activities of this assessment task.
Answers must demonstrate an understanding and application of relevant concepts, critical thinking, and good writing skills.
The student must complete all the provided templates (if any).

Resources required to complete the assessment task:

Computer
Internet
MS Word
Printer or e-printer
Adobe acrobat/reader
Client functional requirements

Scenario:

Devon Technical College is a private Registered Training Organisation (RTO) with a campus based in Western Melbourne. It offers over 40 certificate and diploma level qualifications in the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector for a large number of subject areas including business, community services, education, information technology, health, hospitality, and many others.

Students select from one of two study shifts (morning or afternoons) to undertake study which is self-directed in nature or trainer-led and to undertake assessments. With the self-directed courses, trainers/assessors are on hand to handle student’s queries, while other courses are trainer-led.

There are currently 450 students that attend the institute across a wide range of classrooms. There is 50 staff including trainer, manager, administration, other.

Overall RTO is performing very well, and management is predicting a significant increase in the student no, staff and contractor. Organisation is forecasting 100% growth in the next two years.

RTO has the following hardware and software for the network.

Windows Server 2012
Windows 10 operating system
150 computers
Wi-Fi
Small server room
Server rack
One router
2 switches
15 hubs
Networking cables

RTO does not have any network diagram or documentation at the moment.

RTO has the following issues related to the current network:

Internet speed is low
Wi-Fi coverage issues
Printing issues
Client information is not secure

RTO Business specification and requirements:

All the staff and students should have a fast internet connection
Data must be backup every 2 hours and stored in-house and in other location, if a disaster happened
The network must meet the future business requirements
All the client information must be secure and kept at a secure location

Corporate purchasing procedures

All the order must be signed off by IT manager
Account will pay the invoice after the confirmation from IT manager
IT desktop support officer will order relevant hardware and software
IT desktop support officer will contact the vendor
IT desktop support officer will receive the order and install it to the relevant client’s location
Organisational guideline:
All the staff must follow client WHS and other relevant procedures
You must clean the worksite after the installation
Do not take any device or information from the client organisation
You must act professionally
Must follow the privacy policy
Provide clear information and guidelines to the client
Follow vendor licensing procedure
Only install licence product

Organisation policies and procedures:

Hardware collections policy and procedure

Only IT staff can collect the hardware
IT staff need to check all the hardware components according to purchase order
Check all the devices are included according to the vendor instruction
Update the IT resources register
If any issues in hardware then need to contact the relevant vendor and arrange replacement with any major issues or outage
Contact IT, manager, if the network will have any issue including downtime

You have recently joined the RTO as an IT manager and your roles and responsibilities:

Manager IT network with the team
Prepare new network diagram and documentation
Review business opportunities
Use innovation to update business process
Report to the higher management
Report to senior IT and compliance manager

Senior IT and compliance manager roles and responsibilities:

Manage all the IT project
Train and mentor the IT staff
Report to the higher management

You need to complete the following activities.

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You need to read and understand the above-given scenario prior to attempt this activity.

Your task

In this activity, you need to conduct a meeting with the senior IT and compliance manager and general manager to identify business requirements, specifications, and current ICT network status and needs. You also need to answer all the questions asked by the senior ICT and compliance manager.

You will act as IT manager and you need to discuss the following:

Business specification
Business requirements
Current network information
Current hardware and software
Future growth
Business problems, opportunities, and objectives and confirm with the senior IT and compliance manager
Relevant legislation, codes, regulations, and standards

Your trainer will act as senior IT and compliance manager and he/she will explain to you all the business information. He/she will ask you questions related to current technologies and how to make the current network efficient.

One of the classmates will act as a general manager.

You will be required to complete and/or attach.

You need to complete the following meeting minutes and submit them to your trainer/assessor.

Your trainer will observe you during the activity and complete the following observation checklist

Timeframe

You need to complete this meeting in 10-20 minutes. Your trainer/assessor will provide you additional time if required.

Meeting minute template
Minutes of Meeting Meeting Objective: Attendees: Venue: Date:
No	Points Discussed	Actions Suggested	Target Date




Signature of attendee 1: Signature of attendee 2: Signature of attendee 3: Signature of attendee 4:

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This activity is a continuation from the previous activity.

Your task.

In the previous activity, you have identified the information related to the current ICT network.

In this activity, you need to prepare a draft report on network design and you need to include the following information:

Business overview
Business specification and requirements
Business problems, opportunities, and objectives
List all the hardware, software, and elements required to develop the network
Select the software to develop network architecture design
Create a network diagram based on the given information
Diagram must clear
Add relevant tags and text to identify the device
Draw a clear connection between devices
Effect of network design on business requirements

You will be required to complete.

You also need to complete the given template and submit it to your trainer/assessor.

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	Performance criteria checklist for unit assessment task:
Trainer/ Assessor to complete
Does the candidate meet the following criteria		Yes	No	Trainer/Assessor Comments
Identify business requirements, specification, and current ICT network status and needs
Correctly answered all the questions asked by the senior ICT and compliance manager.
Discussed: Business specification Business requirements Current network information Current hardware and software Future growth Business problems, opportunities, and objectives and confirm with the senior IT and compliance manager Legislation, codes, regulations, and standards
Used active listening, observational and questioning techniques to confirm, clarify or revise understanding
Used appropriate conventions and protocols when communicating.

	Performance criteria checklist for unit assessment task:
Trainer/ Assessor to complete
Does the candidate meet the following criteria		Yes	No	Trainer/Assessor Comments
Report included: Business overview Business specification and requirements Business problems, opportunities, and objectives Hardware, software, and elements required to develop the network Software to develop network architecture design A network diagram based on the given information Relevant tags and text to identify the device Effect of network design on business requirements
The prepared clear and concise report, including diagrammatic material, incorporating technical language to communicate complex information clearly and effectively

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Table of Contents

Assessment Pack (UAP) – Cover Sheet

Student and Trainer/Assessor Details

Course and Unit Details

Assessment Submission Method

Student Declaration

Assessment Plan

Unit information pack

UAT 1 – Unit Knowledge Test (UKT)

Pre-assessment checklist

Purpose

Information for students

Reasonable adjustments

Student declaration

Assessment task instructions

Unit Assessment Result Sheet (UARS)

UAT 2 – Unit Skills Test

Pre-assessment checklist

Purpose

Information for students

Reasonable adjustments

Student declaration

Assessment task instructions

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