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 conduct acceptance tests

1.1 Obtain installation and commissioning documents and planning specifications from appropriate personnel to ensure installed optical network is as planned and specified

1.2 Conduct visual inspection of new installation and verify system compliance against relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards, and accepted industry practice

1.3 Select and obtain required test equipment for suitability of acceptance testing

1.4 Prepare acceptance schedule and test criteria in consultation with appropriate personnel

2. Conduct acceptance testing

2.1 Conduct and evaluate performance tests to ensure measurements meet with predetermined specifications and approved operating margins

2.2 Verify performance levels to be within tolerance specifications set in manufacturer’s instructions

2.3 Test protection mechanisms to ensure performance criteria meets specified standard

2.4 Test alarms for satisfactory operation and refer identified problems to appropriate personnel for remedial action

2.5 Record all acceptance test procedures and results

3. Complete administrative tasks

3.1 Complete acceptance documentation including recommendations

3.2 Notify appropriate personnel and obtain sign-off

Skill 

Performance Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1, 1.2, 2.2, 2.3

• Interprets textual information from relevant sources, including equipment readings to identify and plan for all job requirements and adhere to procedures and standards

Writing

1.1, 1.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2

• Accurately completes relevant reports and documentation using clear and technically specific language and numerical data

Oral Communication

1.1, 1.4, 3.2

• Uses listening and questioning skills to confirm understanding for requirements, participates in a verbal exchange of ideas and solutions, and uses appropriate, detailed and clear language to address key personnel

Numeracy

2.1

• Uses mathematical equations to evaluate technical data to determine measurements and any required calibration changes

Navigate the world of work

1.1, 1.2

• Understands how own role meshes with others and contributes to broader work goals
• Monitors adherence to legal and regulatory rights and responsibilities

Interact with others

3.2

• Actively identifies requirements of important communication exchanges, selecting appropriate channels, format, tone and content to suit purpose and audience and monitoring impact

Get the work done

1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 2.3, 2.4

• Develops plans to manage relatively complex, non-routine tasks with an awareness of how they may contribute to longer term operational and strategic goals
• Takes responsibility for high-impact decisions in complex situations involving many variables and constraints
• Demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of principles, concepts, language and practices associated with the digital world
• Recognises and addresses some unfamiliar problems of increasing complexity within own scope, recognising when to seek the expertise of others

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

ICTOPN502 Perform acceptance and commissioning tests on optical network

ICTOPN5119A Perform acceptance and commissioning tests on optical network

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.