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 use systematic and logical fault-finding techniques according to all safety requirements and work practices.
It applies to individuals working as cablers and technicians who install and maintain a broad range of telecommunications networks.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Telecommunications – Telecommunications Networks Engineering
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 for fault- finding activity |
1.1 Prepare for given work according to work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements 1.2 Arrange access to site according to required procedure 1.3 Locate existing and potential site hazards 1.4 Contact customer to verify nature of recurrent fault and the network type |
2. Conduct activities for recurrent network fault- finding |
2.1 Analyse fault history using fault records to establish nature of fault 2.2 Select test equipment and conduct appropriate test to identify potential faults ensuring the diagnostic process does not compromise the integrity of the network element or system 2.3 Evaluate test results to determine relevant symptoms of recurrent fault using appropriate methods and appropriate process 2.4 Locate probable cause, type and location of the fault 2.5 Rectify fault or escalate to appropriate level |
3. Report fault-findings and solutions |
3.1 Prepare customer report on the diagnostic procedure, fault identification and fault clearance 3.2 Update fault records database 3.3 Restore worksite to the customer’s satisfaction 3.4 Notify customer and obtain sign-off |
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 |
1.2, 2.1 |
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Writing |
1.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4 |
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Oral Communication |
1.4, 3.4 |
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Numeracy |
2.3 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.1, 3.3 |
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Get the work done |
1.2,1.3, 2.2, 2.4, 2.5 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
ICTTEN303 Locate, identify and rectify recurrent network faults |
ICTTEN3063A Locate, identify and rectify recurrent network faults |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages. |
Equivalent unit |
Links
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