Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 2.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to test optical communication systems and components using advanced optical test equipment. It involves using the optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR), optical spectrum analyser (OSA) and optical return loss (ORL) test set for performance testing and link budget calculation.
It applies to individuals who combine technical skills with organisational and administrative skills. They may be installation contractors, technical staff and field officers from telecommunications carriers or other private and public organisations or regulatory authorities.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Telecommunications – Optical Networks
Elements and Performance Criteria
Element |
Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare to use advanced optical measuring instruments |
1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards for compliance when conducting work 1.2 Notify customer for site access, security arrangements and location details of optical system and test purpose 1.3 Identify site hazards and notify appropriate personnel to make site safe 1.4 Devise and implement risk control measures of hazards with handling of optical fibres and lasers in consultation with appropriate personnel 1.5 Prepare a testing plan indicating the type of measurement, procedures and nominated wavelength, and seek approval from customer 1.6 Select appropriate tools and test instruments according to required measurement and enterprise practice |
2. Evaluate optical performance and link budget using advanced optical test equipment |
2.1 Set up test instrument according to manufacturer’s instructions and work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements 2.2 Perform measurement using knowledge of appropriate testing techniques and advanced test equipment in a safe manner to evaluate performance of optical system and component 2.3 Record test results and compare with standard test specifications from manufacturer’s and enterprise guidelines 2.4 Perform end-to-end measurements on an optical link to a customer and record test results and test points 2.5 Calculate optical losses for a link budget figure of an optical link to determine if within operational margins as specified in manufacturer’s manual 2.6 Evaluate test results and report on functionality of the optical component or equipment and performance of the optical link |
3. Document measurement results |
3.1 Document test results for future reference and make recommendations on optimising component and system performance 3.2 Clean worksite and make safe according to enterprise requirements and to customer satisfaction 3.3 Notify appropriate personnel of job completion for sign off and present test documentations |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Reading |
1.1, 1.6, 2.1, 2.3, 2.5, 2.6 |
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Writing |
1.2-1.5, 2.3, 2.6, 3.1, 3.3 |
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Oral Communication |
1.2-1.5, 2.6, 3.3 |
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Numeracy |
1.5, 1.6, 2.2, 2.4, 2.5 |
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Navigate the world of |
1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 3.2 |
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Interact with others |
3.3 |
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Get the work done |
1.1, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 2.2, 2.6 |
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Range of Conditions
This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) should be included.
Test equipment that must be used includes: |
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Measurements that must be performed include: |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
ICTOPN402 Use advanced optical test equipment |
ICTOPN4116A Use advanced optical test equipment |
Updated to meet standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent unit |
Links
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