Modification History
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Release 2 |
This version first released with ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package Version 3.0. Units updated to current versions. |
Release 1 |
This version first released with ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package Version 1.0. |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of an individual involving a high level of specialist technical skills and knowledge in optical telecommunications and IT networks using internet protocol (IP) systems who can:
- forecast network growth for enterprise network planning
- design and manage IP based optical network telecommunications equipment
- implement convergence technologies in enterprise telecommunications networks
- design and manage optical and wireless network telecommunications architectures for high speed broadband capability.
Job Roles
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors of the industry. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- telecommunications network manager
- optical network designer
- IP based convergence integrator
- IP based optical network designer
- network security manager.
Prerequisite units
There are no prerequisite requirements for individual units of competency.
Pathways Information
Pathways into the qualification
Candidates may enter this qualification through a number of entry points demonstrating potential to undertake vocational education and training at advanced diploma level, including:
- after achieving the ICT50110 Diploma of Optical Networks or another relevant accredited Training Package qualification or relevant accredited course
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- providing evidence of competency in the core units required for the ICT50110 Diploma of Optical Networks or equivalent units with vocational experience
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- with substantial vocational experience but without a formal qualification.
Pathways from the qualification
For candidates seeking to develop more specialised technical skills and knowledge, the electives selected in the ICT60110 Advanced Diploma of Optical Networks should include ICTPMG6034A and ICTTEN6206A with a view to undertaking the ICT70110 Vocational Graduate Certificate in Telecommunications Network. Or, after achieving the ICT60110 Advanced Diploma of Optical Networks, candidates may seek articulation into a University program.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
All training programs must be conducted with the reference to the regulatory regime of the prevailing statutory authority (currently ACMA).
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Employability Skills Summary
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Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include : |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Self-management |
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Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 10
6 core units, plus
4 elective units
Elective units must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level.
A maximum of two elective units may be substituted with two units of competency from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Advanced Diploma or Vocational Graduate Certificate level.
Units selected from other Training Packages or accredited courses must not duplicate units selected from or are available within the ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package.
CORE UNITS
ICTOPN6124A Manage optical ethernet transmission
ICTOPN6125A Manage dense wavelength division multiplexing transmission system
ICTOPN6128A Design a dense wavelength division multiplexing system
ICTOPN6129A Analyse optical transmission systems
ICTPMG6033A Develop a project management plan
ICTSUS6233A Integrate sustainability in ICT planning and design projects
ELECTIVE UNITS
ICT use
IP networks
ICANWK502A Implement secure encryption technologies
ICANWK503A Install and maintain valid authentication processes
ICANWK517A Determine best-fit topology for a wide area network
ICANWK518A Design an enterprise wireless local area network
ICANWK509A Design and implement a security perimeter for ICT networks
ICASAS409A Manage risks involving ICT systems and technology
ICASAS505A Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans
Network planning
ICTNPL6029A Plan the development and growth of the telecommunications network
ICTNPL6030A Forecast service demand
ICTNPL6046A Undertake network performance analysis
Occupational health and safety
BSBWHS501A Ensure a safe workplace
BSBWHS504A Manage WHS hazards and risks
Project management
ICTPMG6034A Prepare a detailed design brief
Radio frequency networks
ICTRFN6098B Monitor the capacity of and recommend changes to the cellular mobile network
ICTRFN6171A Produce and evaluate architecture designs for WiMAX networks
Sustainability
ICTSUS6234A Establish a business case for sustainability and competitive advantage in ICT projects
Telecommunications engineering networks
ICTTEN6036A Undertake qualification testing of new or enhanced equipment and systems
ICTTEN6042A Undertake system administration
ICTTEN6043A Undertake network traffic management
ICTTEN6044A Coordinate fault rectification and restoration of service following network outages
ICTTEN6045A Implement planned network changes with minimal impact to the customer
ICTTEN6047A Manage a common channel signalling network
ICTTEN6091A Analyse and organise repair of highly complex telecommunications network faults
ICTTEN6094A Verify new software and hardware releases
ICTTEN6169A Produce and evaluate architecture designs for convergent cellular mobile networks
ICTTEN6206A Produce an ICT network architecture design
Emerging technologies
ICTTEN6216A Design and manage internet protocol TV in a service provider network
IP networks
ICTTEN6172A Install and configure an IP-MPLS network with virtual private network tunnelling