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Certified Network Associate Technology Specialist Skill Set
Certified Network Associate Technology Specialist Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
ICTSS00169
ICTSS00169
State Code
AE720
AE720
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
Statement of Attainment at Diploma Level
Field of Education
0203 - Information Systems
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
03/02/2022
Current Release Date
03/02/2022
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
25/05/2022
Nominal Hours
355
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 03/02/2022 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set addresses the skills and knowledge required at an associate level to manage and troubleshoot networks, routers and switches.
Pathway Information
This skill set provides credit towards ICT50120 Diploma of Information Technology and other qualifications that allow for selection of these units.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals who work in IT support desk roles, including help desk technicians, network support technicians, and other related roles, who are responsible for configuring, installing, operating and troubleshooting networks, routers and switches.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units of competency from the ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package meet competency requirements for associate level skills in networking contexts.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBT61 | ICTNWK541 | Configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services | 90 | Unit of competency |
| AUV29 | ICTNWK529 | Install and manage complex ICT networks | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OBT59 | ICTNWK542 | Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise routers | 120 | Unit of competency |
| OBT58 | ICTNWK543 | Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise switches | 90 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC921 | ICTSS00036 | Certified Network Associate Technology Specialist Skill Set | Skill set |