UNIT OF COMPETENCY : SET-UP COMPUTER NETWORKS

MODULE TITLE : SETTING-UP COMPUTER NETWORKS

MODULE DESCRIPTOR : This module covers the outcomes required in setting-up

computers networks for LANs and SOHO systems. It
consists of competencies to install network cables, set
network configuration, set router/Wi-Fi/ wireless access
point/repeater configuration as well as to inspect and test
the configured computer networks.

NOMINAL DURATION : 40 hours

QUALIFICATION LEVEL : NC II

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of this module, the trainee/student must be able to:

LO1. Install network cables

LO2. Set network configuration

LO3. Set router/Wi-Fi/ wireless access point/repeater configuration

LO4. Inspect and test the configured computer networks

LO1. INSTALL NETWORK CABLES

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1 Cable routes are determined and planned in accordance with network design
and actual installation site.
2 Network materials necessary to complete the work are identified and obtained
in accordance with established procedures and checked against systems
requirements
3 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the installation work
are obtained in accordance with established procedures and checked for
correct operation and safety
4 Appropriate personal protective equipment is used and OHS policies and
procedures are followed
5 Copper cable splicing is performed based on Electronic Industries Alliance/
Telecommunications Industry Association (EIA/TIA) standards
6 Network cables and cable raceway are installed in accordance with established
procedures and installation requirements
7 Installation work is performed and is checked to ensure no unnecessary
damage has occurred and complies with requirements
8 5S and 3Rs are followed according to environmental policies

CONTENTS:

 Computer networking concepts

o Open system interconnection (OSI) model
 Physical layer
 Data link layer
 Network layer
 Transport layer
o Network components
 Computer system
 Media
- Wired or wireless
 Protocol
 Interface / Network devices
- Hubs, Switches, Routers and Bridges
o Network topology
o Types of networks
 Size/geographical
- Local area network (LAN)
- Wide area network (WAN)
 Role
- Peer-to-peer
- Client Server
  Network cable installation
o Types of cable
 Unshielded Twisted Pair/Shielded Twisted Pair (UTP/STP)
 Coaxial
 Fiber optic
o Copper cable splicing standards
 Straight-through
 Cross-over
o Fiber optic cable installation
o Copper cable standards
 CAT5, CAT5e and CAT6
 Roughing- in activities
o Installation of cable raceways/ducts
o Installation of modular panel/box
o Installation of patch panel
 Cable testing
 Principles of 5S and 3Rs

CONDITIONS:

The students/trainees must be provided with the following:

 PC or workstation
 Access to network cable installation board
 Ladder
 PPEs (i.e. goggles, gloves, safety shoes, working clothes, etc.)

Network materials Tools and test instruments

 Network cables  Crimping tool
- UTP CAT5e  Side-cutting pliers
- UTP CAT6  Screwdriver set
- STP CAT5  Portable hand drill with bit set
- Terminated fiber optic cables  Hammer
 Slotted PVC  Hacksaw
 Modular box/panel  Pull-push rule
 Patch panel  Tool holster
 Cable organizer kit  LAN tester
 RJ 45
 Fastener (i.e. screw, hole-filler/tox)

METHODOLOGIES:

 Lecture/ Discussion
 Demonstration
  Viewing multimedia

ASSESSMENT METHODS:
 Written exam
 Practical exam/demonstration
 Observation in workplace
LO2. SET NETWORK CONFIGURATION

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1 Network connectivity of each terminal is checked in accordance with network

design.
2 Any fault or problem in the network system is diagnosed and remedied in line
with the standard operating procedures.
3 Network interface card (NIC) settings are configured in accordance with
network design.
4 Communication checking between terminals are carried out in accordance with
OS network configuration guides
5 Unplanned events or conditions are responded to in accordance with
established procedures

CONTENTS:

 Network design
o Data packet principles
o IP address configuration
 IPV4
 IPV6
o Subnet configuration
o Procedures in configuring Network interface card (NIC) for network
communication
 Protocol
 IP address
 Subnet mask
 Gateway
 Network configuration
o Peer-to-peer cross-over connection
o Peer-to-peer using switch
 Network connectivity testing
o Wizard–based testing
o Command line interface testing

CONDITIONS:

The students/trainees must be provided with the following:

 2 units desktop computers

 Laptop
 Terminated network cables
 Switch
 Access to installed network cables
METHODOLOGIES:

 Lecture/ Discussion
 Demonstration
 Viewing multimedia

ASSESSMENT METHODS:
 Written exam
 Practical exam/demonstration
 Observation in workplace
LO3. SET ROUTER/WI-FI/ WIRELESS ACCESS POINT/REPEATER
CONFIGURATION

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1 Client Device systems settings are configured in accordance with

manufacturers’ instructions and end-user preferences
2 Local area network (LAN) port is configured in accordance with manufacturers’
instructions and network design
3 Wide area network (WAN) port is configured in accordance with manufacturers’
instructions and network design
4 Wireless settings are configured in accordance manufacturers’ instructions,
network design and end-user preferences
5 Security/Firewall/Advance settings are configured in accordance with
manufacturers’ instructions and end-user preferences

CONTENTS:

 Router/Wi-Fi/ wireless access point/repeater configuration

 Network interface card (NIC) settings
 Device systems settings configuration
 Local area network (LAN) port configuration
 Wide area network (WAN) port configuration
 Wireless settings configuration
 Security/Firewall/Advance settings and configuration
 Cloud computing

CONDITIONS:

The students/trainees must be provided with the following:

 2 units desktop computers

 Laptop
 Terminated network cables
 Switch
 Access to installed network cables
 Router/Wi-Fi/ wireless access point/repeater

METHODOLOGIES:

 Lecture/ Discussion
 Demonstration
 Viewing multimedia
ASSESSMENT METHODS:
 Written exam
 Practical exam/demonstration
 Observation in workplace
LO4. INSPECT AND TEST THE CONFIGURED COMPUTER NETWORKS

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1 Final inspections are undertaken to ensure that the configuration done on the
computer networks conforms with the manufacturer’s instruction/manual
2 Computer networks are checked to ensure safe operation.
3 Reports are prepared/completed according to company requirements.

CONTENTS:

 Network connectivity testing

 Documentation procedures
 Philippine Electrical Code relevant to data connection
 Principles of 5S and 3Rs

CONDITIONS:

The students/trainees must be provided with the following:

 2 units desktop computers

 Laptop
 Terminated network cables
 Switch
 Access to configured computer network systems
 Router/Wi-Fi/ wireless access point/repeater
 Tools and test instruments
 PPEs

METHODOLOGIES:

 Lecture/ Discussion
 Demonstration
 Viewing multimedia

ASSESSMENT METHODS:
 Written exam
 Practical exam/demonstration
 Observation in workplace