CPPSEC4018 — Program and configure networked security systems

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What an assessment for CPPSEC4018 must cover

59 assessable components: 5 elements (21 performance criteria), 1 performance evidence and 35 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 2 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Confirm security system and network requirements.

1.1Access and interpret key requirements of legislation, regulations and workplace policies and procedures, including work health and safety (WHS), and apply to work instructions to ensure compliance.
1.2Review work instructions to confirm client requirements and work timeframes.
1.3Obtain and confirm security system installation specifications and network configurations.
1.4Review installation documentation to confirm equipment, cabling and connection requirements.
1.5Check proposed configurations against operational parameters and specifications for security system and type of network.

2 Plan and organise work tasks.

2.1Plan and prioritise work tasks allowing sufficient time to meet work instructions.
2.2Select and organise required materials, tools, testing devices and equipment including personal protective equipment and check for safe and correct operation.
2.3Arrange access to security system and network in consultation with relevant persons.
2.4Identify hazards in the work area and apply risk control measures.

3 Conduct system and network programming and configuration.

3.1Access networked security system with minimal disruption to services and others in the work area.
3.2Use safe work practices when working with electronic equipment and cables according to WHS requirements.
3.3Assess security system design and existing infrastructure to identify and verify program parameters.
3.4Install and program system software according to manufacturers’ instructions.
3.5Configure and secure networked security system according to work instructions.

4 Inspect and test network configurations.

4.1Test networked security system to confirm correct configuration, operation and connections.
4.2Inspect networked security system configuration and confirm compliance with regulatory and client requirements.
4.3Identify and rectify or report configuration faults or deficiencies.

5 Finalise work tasks and complete documentation.

5.1Notify completion of work to relevant persons.
5.2Complete documentation detailing work undertaken and identified faults or deficiencies according to workplace and regulatory requirements.
5.3Check tools and equipment for faults, wear or damage and rectify or report problems.
5.4Restore work area to original condition and remove waste caused by work tasks.

Performance evidence

To demonstrate competency, a candidate must meet the performance criteria of this unit by programming and configuring three different internet protocol (IP) networked security systems.

Knowledge evidence

workplace policies and procedures that ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements when programming and configuring networked security systems: licensing requirements and limits of own authority
workplace policies and procedures that ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements when programming and configuring networked security systems: requirements for complying with Australian Communications and Media Authority cabling rules
workplace policies and procedures that ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements when programming and configuring networked security systems: work health and safety
cable identification methods and techniques
common computer commands used to verify and manage internet protocol and network performance
difference between programming and configuration of security equipment and systems
documentation to be completed when programming and configuring networked security systems to ensure compliance with licensing and warranty requirements
fundamentals of routers, switches, firewalls and wireless access points
fundamentals of scripting language
keypad and control panel types and functions for a range of security equipment and systems
local area network and wide area network capabilities
meaning of multiple form factor authentication
methods for ensuring IP networked systems and equipment are properly secured
principles of security system networking and integration including IP addresses and devices
tests to confirm correct configurations, operation and connections for networked security systems
tools and equipment including personal protective equipment (PPE) used when programming and configuring networked security systems at client sites
types, functions and features of computerised, electronic and manual security equipment and systems that require programming and configuration: access control systems
types, functions and features of computerised, electronic and manual security equipment and systems that require programming and configuration: audible and visual warning devices
types, functions and features of computerised, electronic and manual security equipment and systems that require programming and configuration: cameras and monitors
types, functions and features of computerised, electronic and manual security equipment and systems that require programming and configuration: commercial and residential alarm systems
types, functions and features of computerised, electronic and manual security equipment and systems that require programming and configuration: detection devices
types, functions and features of computerised, electronic and manual security equipment and systems that require programming and configuration: electronic and mechanical fire safety and fire locking systems
types, functions and features of computerised, electronic and manual security equipment and systems that require programming and configuration: electronic locks and locking systems
types, functions and features of computerised, electronic and manual security equipment and systems that require programming and configuration: electronic readers
types, functions and features of computerised, electronic and manual security equipment and systems that require programming and configuration: electronic screen equipment
types, functions and features of computerised, electronic and manual security equipment and systems that require programming and configuration: intercoms and control panels
types, functions and features of computerised, electronic and manual security equipment and systems that require programming and configuration: security doors and door controls
types of earthing systems used in electrical installations
typical hazards encountered when programming and configuring networked security systems and the control measures for each: confined spaces
typical hazards encountered when programming and configuring networked security systems and the control measures for each: electrical
typical hazards encountered when programming and configuring networked security systems and the control measures for each: hazardous materials and chemicals
typical hazards encountered when programming and configuring networked security systems and the control measures for each: hidden utilities
typical hazards encountered when programming and configuring networked security systems and the control measures for each: people in the work area
typical hazards encountered when programming and configuring networked security systems and the control measures for each: power tools
typical hazards encountered when programming and configuring networked security systems and the control measures for each: vermin

Foundation skills

reading skills: reading skills to interpret key requirements of: specifications for networked system architecture and configuration, system installation plans and specifications, manufacturers’ instructions
numeracy skills: numeracy skills to interpret multimeter readings when installing and programming networked security system.

Unit content sourced from training.gov.au — © Commonwealth of Australia, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Auditori is not affiliated with the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations.

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