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ICTNPL413 Student Assessment 1
ICTNPL413 Student Assessment 1
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ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry Assessment 1 Version 1.0 Oct
2023
Valley International College RTO No: 41413 | CRICOS 03989C |
ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry Assessment 1 Version 1.0 Oct
2023
Valley International College RTO No: 41413 | CRICOS 03989C |
Assessment Submission details
Trainer/Assessor Name
Declaration:
I certify the above to be true. By signing this statement, I agree to the penalties that apply in the event of
any breach of academic conduct, including copying, cheating, and plagiarism.
Gue26 Archna
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Assessment 2: ProjectPortfolio
Assessment Description The assessment consists of 3 sections.
Section 1: Research and plan to develop reports
Section 2: Assess research
Section 3: Produce reports
Assessment Outcomes By completing this assessment, you will demonstrate the knowledge
and skills in the following elements for the unit.
Assess economic and political influences on networking
regulations and legislation
When and where This assessment is a Project portfolio that will be completed in class
and at your own time.
What do I have to do? Assessment consists of three sections. Details of activities that needs
to be completed for each of the parts are detailed below. You need to
provide all evidences with the assessment submission.
Assessment Purpose Successful completion of this Project will contribute to the evidence
collected by your Trainer/Assessor to demonstrate that you possess
the required knowledge and skills for the unit.
Students will be asked questions about the project by the Assessor
during the different stages of the Project. Students must answer the
questions satisfactorily and this will form part of
Resources and Equipment To complete this assessment you will organise meetings, complete
templates, send emails and conduct research. You will need access to
student guide, computer/laptop with internet access and maybe zoom if
you plan to conduct online meetings.
Timeline This assessment will take approximately 4 – 4.5 hours to complete,
however this is only a guide.
This assessment is due to be submitted with all other assessments for
this unit on the due date as instructed by your Trainer/Assessor.
Submission Instruction Submit completed assessment via the LMS and ensure that you
ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry Assessment 1 Version 1.0 Oct
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Valley International College RTO No: 41413 | CRICOS 03989C |
complete the assessment Proof of Submission sheet with your full
name, date (DD/MM/YYYY) and signature in the declaration section.
Remember to retain copies of your assessments for your own records.
Prior to commencing the task, you are to meet with the client to
find out about their requirements in relation to the ICT network
architecture designs.
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If you are completing this in your RTO, the client will be your
assessor and you will meet with them.
the two networks for which the designs are required and current
issues, problems, and opportunities.
scope of the work to be conducted, including objectives.
specifications for the network
network traffic demands
budget available
other details including site access arrangements and timelines.
During the meeting, your assessor will be looking to see that
you can demonstrate oral communication skills including:
ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry Assessment 1 Version 1.0 Oct
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Valley International College RTO No: 41413 | CRICOS 03989C |
Speaking clearly and concisely using relevant language.
Using observational and questioning techniques to confirm and
clarify and revise understanding as required information.
Using active listening techniques
You should ensure that all arrangements for access are
confirmed at the meeting by finding out the information you
need to.
ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry Assessment 1 Version 1.0 Oct
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Introduction
The assessment tasks for ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the
telecommunications industryare outlined in the assessment plan below. These tasks have been designed
to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge that you have learnt during your course.
Please ensure that you read the instructions provided with these tasks carefully. You should also follow
the advice provided in the IT Works Student User Guide. The Student User Guide provides important
information for you relating to completing assessment successfully.
Assessment Task 1: Project – You must work through a range of activities and complete a project
portfolio.
ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry Assessment 1 Version 1.0 Oct
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Valley International College RTO No: 41413 | CRICOS 03989C |
Assessment Task 1: Project Portfolio
a suitable place to complete activities that replicates a business environment including a meeting
space and computer and internet access
review the advice to students regarding responding to written tasks in the IT Works Student User
Guide
comply with the due date for assessment which your assessor will provide
Assessment information
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Information about how you should complete this assessment can be found in Appendix
A of the IT Works Student User Guide.Refer to the appendix for information on:
Note: You must complete and submit an assessment cover sheet with your work. A
template is provided in Appendix B of the Student User Guide. However, if your RTO
has provided you with an assessment cover sheet, please ensure that you use that.
ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry Assessment 1 Version 1.0 Oct
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Activities
Complete the following activities:
two comprehensive reports that evaluate the economic and political influences
on the networking industry in Australia and describe the impact of regulations
and legislation on the networking industry.
one comprehensive report that evaluates the economic and political influences
on the networking industry in Australia and describes the impact of regulations
and legislation on the networking industry.
one comprehensive report that evaluates the economic and political influences
on the networking industry in Australia and describes the impact of regulations
and legislation on the networking industry.
Choose any two carriers/service providers in Australia and complete page 4 of your
Project Portfolio before starting the assessment.
ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry Assessment 1 Version 1.0 Oct
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This section outlines the requirements and process for research and planning the report
content.
Identify the telecommunications Below are the available telecommunications options in Australia:
carriers and service providers in
1. Vodafone
Australia.
2. Telstra
List the carriers and service
providers in Australia. 3. TPG
4. Optus
Consumers safeguard.
ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry Assessment 1 Version 1.0 Oct
2023
Valley International College RTO No: 41413 | CRICOS 03989C |
ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry Assessment 1 Version 1.0 Oct
2023
Valley International College RTO No: 41413 | CRICOS 03989C |
Identify the regulators of the
networking industry.
Identify at least two.
ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry Assessment 1 Version 1.0 Oct
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Valley International College RTO No: 41413 | CRICOS 03989C |
Plan and summarise additional research required for your reports.
Australian economic
conditions
Describe the current
economic conditions in
Australia.
Political influences on
public and commercial
enterprises that provide
services in networking
markets
Accessibility of networking
services to individuals and
organisations across
Australia
Describe the accessibility of
your carrier/service
providers.
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Research on: Information sources (include Research summary
both visual and textual
information)
Add links to information sources
here or attach the source to your
portfolio.
one).
Other research
If you require any further
research, summarise it
here.
Attach:
Information sources (if they need to be attached) ☐
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2. Keep your legislative and regulatory knowledge up to date.
Use the internet to search for an appropriate Training and Development Policy and
Procedure that may apply to your consulting business. Based on the Policy and
Procedure you sourced, outline the different ways available to keep your legislative
and regulatory knowledge up to date. Choose the option that matches your
personal learning style and preferences best.
Legislation includes:
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Legislation Link
Radiocommunications https://www.legislation.gov.au/Details/C2021C00277
Act 1992
Telecommunications https://www.legislation.gov.au/Details/C2020C00180
(Consumer Protection
and Service Standards)
Act 1999
Telecommunications https://www.legislation.gov.au/Details/C2021C00440
(Interception and Access)
licensing requirements
You may find the following compliance enforcement policy of ACCC helpful as you
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answer this step:
https://www.accc.gov.au/about-us/australian-competition-consumer-commission/
compliance-enforcement-policy-priorities
Information about USO policies and procedures are summarised at:
https://accan.org.au/files/Tip%20Sheets/USO%20Tip%20sheet.pdf
Licensing requirements may include:
https://www.acma.gov.au/radiocommunications-licences
https://www.acma.gov.au/work-registered-cabler
https://www.acma.gov.au/register-carrier-licences-and-nominated-carrier-
declarations
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5. Plan and do further research.
Plan any additional research (using both written and visual texts) required to
produce your reports and then do the research. Your research must include:
a summary of the Australian economic conditions (at the time you are doing
the assessment)
You may use the template in the Project Portfolio to plan and summarise your
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research.
The Australian Bureau of Standards (ABS) database provides information about the
Australian economy. You may use the following link to access the database to help
you answer this section:
https://www.abs.gov.au
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Section 2: Assess research
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Evaluate how the political influences
impact your chosen carriers/service
providers
6.
Attach:
Digital tool showing recorded and presented data ☐
7.
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8. Assess the influence of economic conditions and political influences.
First, use an appropriate digital tool (such as Microsoft Excel) to record data from
your research. Also use appropriate functions (such as SUM or CHART) to code
and present the information.
Then:
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Section 3: Produce reports
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What is the difference between
a summary and comprehensive
report?
Use the templates to develop two comprehensive reports (approximately 3 - 4 pages) that evaluate
the economic and political influences on the networking industry in Australia and describe the
impact of regulations and legislation on the networking industry.
Write one report for each of your chosen carriers/service providers.
Use the work you’ve done in Section 1 and 2 in your report.
Executive Summary:
Summarise the contents of the report in one or two paragraphs.
Introduction:
Why are you developing this report?
Legislation:
List the legislation governing the service providers and carrier.
Explain how the legislation is implemented.
Explain the importance of data security and safety.
Describe regulatory requirements.
Discuss rights and obligations of the carriers/service providers.
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carriers/service providers.
Include visual representation of information.
Political influences:
Summarise the political influences on the networking industry.
Evaluate how the political influences impact your chosen carriers/service providers.
Issues:
Describe issues faced by the carrier and/or issues they may face in the future.
Recommend ways to address the issues.
Conclusion:
What are the main outcomes of your research?
References:
Reference all your sources.
Executive Summary:
Summarise the contents of the report in one or two paragraphs.
Introduction:
Why are you developing this report?
Legislation:
List the legislation governing the service providers and carrier.
Explain how the legislation is implemented.
Explain the importance of data security and safety.
Describe regulatory requirements.
Discuss rights and obligations of the carriers/service providers.
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Australian economic conditions:
Describe the current economic conditions in Australia.
Which factors are contributing to the growth of the economy?
Explain how the economic conditions of Australia will affect the growth and planning of your chosen
carriers/service providers.
Include visual representation of information.
Political influences:
Summarise the political influences on the networking industry.
Evaluate how the political influences impact your chosen carriers/service providers.
Issues:
Describe issues faced by the carrier and/or issues they may face in the future.
Recommend ways to address the issues.
Conclusion:
What are the main outcomes of your research?
References:
Reference all your sources.
Use the templates to produce two summary reports outlining the impact of Australian federal
legislation on network service planning processes and accessibility
.
Introduction:
Why are you developing this report?
Accessibility:
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Describe the current accessibility of the carrier/service provider across Australia.
Evaluate the accessibility of networking services of your chosen carriers/service providers to
individuals and organisations across Australia.
Use visual representation of information.
Impact:
How do regulatory and legislative requirements impact accessibility?
What are the carrier’s rights when providing network accessibility?
Introduction:
Why are you developing this report?
Accessibility:
Describe the current accessibility of the carrier/service provider across Australia.
Impact:
How do regulatory and legislative requirements impact accessibility?
What are the carrier’s rights when providing network accessibility?
Draft an email to share your reports with each service provider/carrier here:
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9. Determine functions and features of evaluation reports.
10. For each of your chosen carriers/service providers, develop a comprehensive report.
Use the template in the Project Portfolio to develop a comprehensive report that
evaluates the economic and political influences on the networking industry in
Australia and describes the impact of regulations and legislation on the networking
industry.
Keep your audience (the Board of Directors) in mind as you write the report. Use
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clear and detailed formal business language and vocabulary specific to the
networking industry.
11. For each of your chosen carriers/service providers, produce a summary report.
Use the template in the Project Portfolio to produce a summary report outlining the
impact of Australian federal legislation on network service planning processes and
accessibility.
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Keep your audience (the Board of Directors) in mind as you write the report. Adapt
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the report to suit each individual carrier/service provider.
Use clear and detailed formal business language and vocabulary specific to the
networking industry.
Draft an email to each carrier/service provider to share your reports with them and
highlight any issues that need to be addressed.
Make sure you have completed all sections of your Project Portfolio, answered all
questions, provided enough detail as indicated and proofread for spelling and
grammar as necessary. Remember to submit all necessary attachments as
indicated.
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