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Title
Repair data communications equipment to module level
Level
5
Credits
10
Purpose
People credited with this unit standard are able to: diagnose
faults with data communications equipment to module level;
plan the repair of data communications equipment to module
level; replace faulty modules; and restore to service data
communications equipment. The performance of all outcomes
is to a standard that is expected in a professional environment.
Classification
Computing > Computer Support
Available grade
Achieved
Entry information
Critical health and
safety prerequisites
Open. The credit value of this unit standard is calculated
assuming a person has the prior knowledge and skills to
demonstrate an understanding of personal computer hardware
components, and operate personal computer peripherals.
Explanatory notes
1
2
Range data communications equipment – modems, network termination units,
multiplexors, cards (e.g. network), network hubs, network routers, communications
cables;
faults – mechanical, power supply, logic board, input and output system, memory,
operating system, cables.
This unit standard is
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The term Industry recommended procedure refers to a procedure used and
recommended by an organisation involved in the computer industry.
3
Performance of all outcomes 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.
4
Performance of all outcomes is to be completed within the normal range of time that
would be expected in a professional environment, e.g. in a commercial or
government organisation.
5
Performance of all outcomes is to be within the normal range of cost, or cost
estimate, that would be expected in a commercial environment.
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Performance of all outcomes complies with the laws of New Zealand, especially with
regard to copyright, privacy, health and safety, consumer rights, and electricity
regulations.
Outcomes and evidence requirements
Outcome 1
Diagnose faults with data communications equipment to module level.
Evidence requirements
1.1
An investigation of each fault verifies the reported symptoms, and identifies any
further symptoms.
1.2
The cause(s) of the symptoms are identified using diagnostic procedures
recommended by industry, and according to the user’s requirements.
1.3
Known problems are identified using information sources.
Range
reference manuals, databases, supplier staff.
Outcome 2
Plan the repair of data communications equipment to module level.
Evidence requirements
2.1
A review of the diagnosis identifies and explains the feasibility of the repair.
2.2
The plan outlines the strategy for repairing the fault.
2.3
A review procedure is adopted which ensures the final outcome meets user
requirements.
2.4
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The plan estimates the effort, duration,
and resources required for the repair.
expiring
2.5
The resources required to complete the repair are available at the repair site
and are in working order.
2.6
Replacement modules are compatible with the computer system, and carry
evidence of integrity.
Outcome 3
Replace faulty modules in data communications equipment.
Evidence requirements
3.1
Testing demonstrates that the replacement modules function according to the
manufacturer’s specification.
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3.2
The replacement modules are installed according to the manufacturer’s
specifications.
3.3
The data communications equipment operates according to the manufacturer’s
specifications.
Outcome 4
Restore to service data communications equipment.
Evidence requirements
4.1
The data communications equipment operates according to the manufacturer’s
specifications.
4.2
The data communications equipment is available to the user.
4.3
The data communications equipment user’s data and configuration are restored
according to the repair plan.
This unit standard is expiring. Assessment against the standard must take place by
the last date for assessment set out below.
Status information and last date for assessment for superseded versions
Process
Version Date
Last Date for Assessment
Registration
1
8 July 1996
31 December 2015
Revision
2
28 November 2000
31 December 2015
Review
3
17 October 2008
31 December 2015
This
standard
is
16 Aprilunit
2015
31 December 2017
Consent and Moderation Requirementsexpiring
(CMR) reference
0011
Rollover
4
Rollover
5
21 July 2011
31 December 2015
This CMR can be accessed at http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/framework/search/index.do.
Please note
Providers must be granted consent to assess against standards (accredited) by NZQA,
before they can report credits from assessment against unit standards or deliver courses
of study leading to that assessment.
Industry Training Organisations must be granted consent to assess against standards by
NZQA before they can register credits from assessment against unit standards.
Providers and Industry Training Organisations, which have been granted consent and
which are assessing against unit standards must engage with the moderation system that
applies to those standards.
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Requirements for consent to assess and an outline of the moderation system that applies
to this standard are outlined in the Consent and Moderation Requirements (CMR).
The CMR also includes useful information about special requirements for organisations
wishing to develop education and training programmes, such as minimum qualifications for
tutors and assessors, and special resource requirements.
This unit standard is
expiring
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