Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 2.0.

Element 

Performance Criteria 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare to install DWDM units

1.1 Determine number of racks and DWDM units at each site by referring to installation documents

1.2 Determine DWDM unit and equipment positions within the individual racks

1.3 Assemble equipment racks according to safe industry practice and manufacturer’s instructions

1.4 Select tools and equipment

1.5 Prepare patch panels with connectors according to installation plan

2. Install DWDM units and associated cabling

2.1 Install DWDM unit in the designated rack position to maintain the planned link budget margin

2.2 Install patch panels and ancillary equipment and connections into equipment rack in preparation for commissioning procedures

2.3 Insert circuit cards into specified slot locations in readiness for commissioning procedures, but do not seat cards into backplane nor lock into position at this stage

2.4 Connect optical fibre cables between circuit cards, optical multiplexers, adjoining DWDM units and patch panels according to manufacturer’s specifications

3. Test power connections and complete installation report

3.1 Measure main and redundant power supplies to verify correct polarity of ground and power connections

3.2 Rectify any identified power wiring fault if applicable

3.3 Confirm cooling fans, panel lights, indicator lights and alarms behave according to manufacturer’s prescribed specifications when power is applied

3.4 Complete installation report and reinstate site

Skill 

Performance Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1, 1.3, 1.5, 2.4, 3.3

• Interprets textual information from relevant sources to identify and adhere to procedures and standards

Writing

3.4

• Uses clear, specific and industry related terminology to complete and update workplace documentation

Numeracy

1.1, 2.1, 3.1

• Uses mathematical formulae to calculate measurements and determine equipment requirements

Navigate the world of work

1.3, 3.4

• Recognises and follows explicit and implicit protocols and meets expectations associated with own role
• Takes personal responsibility for adherence to legal and regulatory responsibilities relevant to own work context with specific reference to workplace safety

Get the work done

1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1-2.4, 3.1-3.4

• Implements actions according to a pre-determined plan, making slight adjustments if necessary and addressing some unexpected issues
• Takes responsibility for routine decision-making by selecting from a range of predetermined options in routine situations, identifying and taking some situational factors into account
• Initiates standard procedures when responding to familiar problems within immediate context
• Reflects on the ways digital systems and tools are used, or could be used to achieve work goals and begins to recognise strategic and operational applications

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

ICTOPN401 Install and test a dense wavelength division multiplexing system

ICTOPN4115A Install and test a dense wavelength division multiplexing system

Updated to meet standards for Training Packages

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 2.0.