Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit Descriptor |
1 ) 1 .1 ) Descriptor |
This unit covers the installation, positioning and securing of terrestrial and satellite arrays and dishes and associated amplifiers and the reticulation of cables and connection of multiple access outlets and associated equipment. It encompasses safe working practices, selection of antennae and distribution components, installation techniques, use of testing devices and following written and oral instruction and procedures. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
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This unit is intended for competency development in entry-level employment based programs incorporated in approved contracts of training or approved training programs. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
1 .2 ) License to practice |
The skills and knowledge described in this unit do not require a license to practice in the workplace. However, practice in this unit is subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: |
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite Unit (s ) |
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2 .1 ) Competencies |
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Granting competency in this unit shall be made only after competency in the following unit(s) has/have been confirmed. UEENEEE002B Dismantle, assemble and fabricate electrotechnology components UEENEEE005B Fix and secure equipment UEENEEE007B Use drawings, diagrams, schedules and manuals For the full prerequisite chain details for this unit please refer to Table 2 in Volume 1, Part 2 |
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
3 ) This unit contains Employability Skills The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged will assist in identifying Employability Skill requirements. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
6 ) Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the Element. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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Prepare to install and set-up reception antennae and signal distribution systems. |
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OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and understood through established routines. |
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Established OHS risk control measures are followed in preparation for the work. |
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Safety hazards, which have not previously been identified, are reported and advise on risk control measures, are sought from the work supervisor. |
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The nature and location of the work is obtained from work supervisor or other appropriate person to establish the scope of work to be undertaken. |
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Advice is sought from the work supervisor and/or other appropriate person to ensure the work is co-ordinated effectively with others. |
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Sources of materials that may be required for the work are established in accordance with established routines. |
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Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety. |
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Install reception antennae and signal distribution systems. |
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Established OHS risk control measures for carrying out the work are followed. |
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Circuits/components are checked as being isolated where necessary in strict accordance OHS requirements and procedures. |
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The optimum location for an antenna to be installed is determine from signal tests and limitation imposed by the customer and regulation. |
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Accessories are installed straight and square in the required locations and within acceptable tolerances. |
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Cables and conductors are terminated at accessories in accordance with manufacture's specifications and regulatory requirements. |
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Procedures for referring non-routine events to immediate supervisor for directions are followed. |
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2.7 |
The installation is carried out efficiently without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, circuits or the surrounding environment and using sustainable energy practices. |
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Set-up reception antennae and signal distribution systems and report. |
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OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are followed. |
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Adjustments are made to the antenna and the system to optimise reception at each outlet. |
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Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with established procedures. |
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3.4 |
Work supervisor is notified of the completion of the installation work in accordance with established routines. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
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7 ) This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
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Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired of safe working practices and assembling and erecting reception antennae and signal distribution equipment. All knowledge and skills detailed in this unit should be contextualised to current industry practices and technologies. The extent of the essential knowledge and associated skills (EKAS) required is given in Volume 2 - Part 2.2 EKAS. It forms an integral part of this unit. |
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2.1.7.2 |
Coaxial cable installation and terminations |
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2.10.14 |
TV antenna systems |
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2.10.15 |
Antenna installation and servicing |
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2.18.9 |
Electronic Safe working practices |
Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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9 ) The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. . The Evidence Guide forms an integral part of this unit. It must be used in conjunction with all parts of the unit and performed in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package. |
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Overview of Assessment |
9 .1 ) Longitudinal competency development approaches to assessment, such as Profiling, require data to be reliably gathered in a form that can be consistently interpreted over time. This approach is best utilised in Apprenticeship programs and reduces assessment intervention. It is the Industry-preferred model for apprenticeships. However, where summative (or final) assessment is used it must include the application of the competency in the normal work environment or, at a minimum, the application of the competency in a realistically simulated work environment. It is recognised that, in some circumstances, assessment in part or full can occur outside the workplace. However, it must be in accord with industry and regulatory policy. Methods chosen for a particular assessment will be influenced by various factors. These include the extent of the assessment, the most effective locations for the assessment activities to take place, access to physical resources, additional safety measures that may be required and the critical nature of the competencies being assessed. The critical safety nature of working with electricity, electrical equipment, gas or any other hazardous substance/material carries risk in deeming a person competent. Sources of evidence need to be 'rich' in nature to minimise error in judgment. Activities associated with normal everyday work influence decisions about how/how much the data gathered will contribute to its 'richness'. Some skills are more critical to safety and operational requirements while the same skills may be more or less frequently practised. These points are raised for the assessors to consider when choosing an assessment method and developing assessment instruments. Sample assessment instruments are included for Assessors in the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package. |
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Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
9 .2 ) Before the critical aspects of evidence are considered all prerequisites shall be met. |
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Evidence for competence in this unit shall be considered holistically. Each Element and associated performance criteria shall be demonstrated on at least two occasions in accordance with the 'Assessment Guidelines - UEE07'. Evidence shall also comprise:
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Reading and interpreting drawings of circuit arrangements and component locations. |
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Placing and securing antenna and accessories accurately. |
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Maintaining fire integrity. |
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Terminating cable and conductors correctly. |
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Adjusting for optimum reception at each outlet. |
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Dealing with unplanned events by drawing on essential knowledge and skills to provide appropriate solutions incorporated in a holistic assessment with the above listed items. |
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
9 .3 ) This unit should be assessed as it relates to normal work practice using procedures, information and resources typical of a workplace. This should include:
These should be part of the formal learning/assessment environment. Note: Where simulation is considered a suitable strategy for assessment, conditions must be authentic and as far as possible reproduce and replicate the workplace and be consistent with the approved industry simulation policy. |
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The resources used for assessment should reflect current industry practices in relation to assembling and erecting reception antennae and signal distribution equipment. |
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Method of assessment |
9 .4 ) This unit shall be assessed by methods given in Volume 1, Part 3 'Assessment Guidelines'. Note: |
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Concurrent assessment and relationship with other units |
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For optimisation of training and assessment effort, competency development in this unit may be arranged concurrently with unit: |
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UEENEEE002B |
Dismantle, assemble and fabricate electro technology components |
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UEENEEE005B |
Fix and secure equipment |
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UEENEEE007B |
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules and manuals |
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UEENEEE008B |
Lay wiring/cabling and terminate accessories for extra-low voltage circuits |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
8 ) This relates to the unit as a whole providing the range of contexts and conditions to which the performance criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance. |
This unit shall be demonstrated by installing, connecting and setting up a typically representative reception antennae and signal distribution systems on at least two occasions. Systems are to consist of multiple outlets for multiple users. |
Generic terms used throughout this Vocational Standard shall be regarded as part of the Range Statement in which competency is demonstrated. The definition of these and other terms that apply are given in Volume 2, Part 2.1. |
Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable
Competency Field
2 .2 ) Literacy and numeracy skills Participants are best equipped to achieve competency in this unit if they have reading, writing and numeracy skills indicated by the following scales. Description of each scale is given in Volume 2, Part 3 'Literacy and Numeracy' |
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Reading |
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Writing |
3 |
Numeracy |
3 |
Custom Content Section
Competency Field |
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Electronics |