Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 2 |
This version first released with ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package Version 3.0. Change in WHS core unit. Additional elective units included. |
Release 1 |
This version first released with ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package Version 1.0. |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of an operator in the telecommunications industry who can apply a broad range of competencies using a defined range of skills where some discretion and judgement is required in the selection, installation and configuration of equipment in convergence technologies that integrate radio, optical and internet protocol (IP) based applications.
This role includes assessing installation requirements, planning and performing installations, testing installed equipment and fault finding. It involves a degree of autonomy and may include some supervision of others involving known routines and procedures and some accountability for the quality of outcomes.
This qualification prepares an individual for entry to the industry into the mainstream of telecommunications convergence technologies of radio, optical, data and IP networks.
Job Roles
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors of the industry. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- telecommunications network equipment installer
- telecommunications voice and data equipment installer
- IP-based security alarms installer
- telecommunications equipment operator
- telecommunications tradesperson.
Prerequisite units
The following units within this qualification have prerequisites. This is detailed as follows:
Code and title |
Prerequisite unit required |
ICTCBL2137B Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Open Rule |
ICTCBL2136B Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Restricted Rule |
ICAICT304A Implement system software changes |
ICAICT302A Install and optimise operating system software |
Pathways Information
Pathways into the qualification
Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
- after achieving a Certificate II qualification from this or another accredited Training Package or accredited course
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- with substantial vocational experience but without a formal qualification.
Pathways from the qualification
After achieving ICT30213 Certificate III in Telecommunications, candidates seeking to develop more specialised technical skills and knowledge, may select from a range of Certificate IV qualifications in the ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
All training programs must be undertaken with reference to the regulatory regime of the prevailing statutory authority (currently ACMA).
National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work
Some cabling and installation work may fall within the definition of construction work. If so, people entering the construction site are required to complete the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (Australian Safety Compensation Council, May 2007).
Achievement of the unit CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry from the CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package fulfils this requirement.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Employability Skills Summary
Employability Skill |
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 12
6 core units, plus
1 elective unit from Group A workplace units, plus
5 elective units from Group B general units
Elective units must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level.
A maximum of two units from Group B general elective units may be substituted with two units of competency from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Certificate III or Certificate IV level. One of those two units from Group B general elective units may be substituted from Group A workplace elective units where required by a specific job role.
Units selected from other Training Packages or accredited courses must not duplicate units selected from or available within the ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package.
CORE UNITS
BSBSUS301A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
ICTCBL3015A Locate and identify cable system faults
ICTTEN2008A Use electrical skills in telecommunications work
ICTTEN2140B Use hand and power tools
ICTTEN3056A Install telecommunications network equipment
ICTWHS2170B Follow work health and safety and environmental policies and procedures
ELECTIVE UNITS
Group A - Workplace elective units
BSBSMB305A Comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for the micro business
BSBSMB306A Plan a home based business
ICASAS305A Provide IT advice to clients
ICTEDU3053A Train customers in new technology
ICTSMB4160A Set up and operate a contractor business
ICTSMB4161A Operate a contractor business with employees
ICTWOR3028A Organise resources
ICTWOR3035A Organise material supply
ICTWOR3041A Schedule resources
ICTWOR3093A Manage spare parts
ICTWOR3127A Supervise worksite activities
ICTWOR3231A Resolve technical enquiries using multiple information systems
ICTWOR3232A Collect and analyse technical information
Group B - General elective units
Broadband and wireless networks
ICTBWN3082B Perform tests on optical communication system and components
ICTBWN3088B Install optical fibre splitters in fibre distribution hubs
ICTBWN3090B Install lead-in module and cable for fibre to the premises
ICTBWN3100B Work safely with live fibre to test and commission a fibre to the x installation
ICTBWN3205B Use optical and radio frequency measuring instruments
Cabling
ICTCBL2064A Haul underground cable
ICTCBL2065B Splice and terminate optical fibre cable for carriers and service providers
ICTCBL2136B Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Restricted Rule (where ACMA Restricted Registration is necessary)
ICTCBL2137B Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Open Rule
ICTCBL2139B Apply safe technical work practices for cabling registration when configuring ADSL circuits
ICTCBL3009B Install, terminate and certify structured cabling installation
ICTCBL3010B Install and terminate optical fibre cable on customer premises
ICTCBL3011B Install and terminate coaxial cable
ICTCBL3013A Perform cable and system test on customer premises
ICTCBL3014A Hand over systems and equipment
ICTCBL3018A Install underground enclosures and conduit
ICTCBL3019A Install underground cable
ICTCBL3020A Construct aerial cable supports
ICTCBL3021A Install aerial cable
ICTCBL3049A Install systems and equipment on customer premises
ICTCBL3052A Cut over new systems and equipment on customer premises
ICTCBL3067A Modify and cut over cable
ICTCBL3069A Install network cable equipment
ICTCBL3103A Maintain cable network
Digital reception technology
ICTDRE3156B Install digital reception equipment
ICTDRE3157B Locate and rectify digital reception equipment faults
ICTDRE3165A Install a complex digital reception system
ICT use
ICAICT302A Install and optimise operating system software
ICAICT303A Connect internal hardware components
ICAICT304A Implement system software changes
ICAICT306A Migrate to new technology
ICANWK305A Install and manage network protocols
ICASAS303A Care for computer hardware
ICASAS304A Provide basic system administration
ICASAS301A Run standard diagnostic tests
Occupational health and safety
CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry
ICTOHS2153B Work safely near power infrastructure
ICTOHS2080A Provide telecommunications services safely on roofs
Radio frequency networks
ICTRFN3055A Install a radio communications antenna and feedline
ICTRFN3070A Install mobile telecommunications in motor vehicles
ICTRFN3146A Install WiMAX customer premises equipment broadband wireless access equipment
ICTRFN3155A Construct and test a radio communications device
ICTRFN3175A Operate and maintain radio communications technical instruments and field equipment
Telecommunications engineering networks
ICTTEN2219A Install and test internet protocol devices in convergence networks
ICTTEN3054B Provide infrastructure for telecommunications network equipment
ICTTEN3063A Locate, identify and rectify recurrent network faults
ICTTEN3074A Recover customer premises equipment
ICTTEN3075A Refurbish customer premises equipment
ICTTEN3077B Commission an electronic unit
ICTTEN3089A Repair and replace telecommunications network hardware
ICTTEN3104A Maintain an electronic system
ICTTEN4198A Install, configure and test an internet protocol network
Selecting electives for different outcomes
The context of this qualification varies and this must guide the selection of elective units.
The following examples are designed to assist in the selection of appropriate electives for particular outcomes at this level but they are in no way prescriptive.
Broadband optical network installer
Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:
- ICTBWN3082B Perform tests on optical communication system and components
- ICTBWN3088B Install optical fibre splitters in fibre distribution hubs
- ICTBWN3090B Install lead-in module and cable for fibre to the premises
- ICTBWN3100B Work safely with live fibre to test and commission a fibre to the x installation
- one additional unit from Group B general elective units or Group A workplace elective units as appropriate to the specific job role
Broadband wireless network installer
Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:
- ICTRFN3055A Install a radio communications antenna and feedline
- ICTRFN3146A Install WiMAX customer premises equipment broadband wireless access equipment
- ICTRFN3175A Operate and maintain radio communications technical instruments and field equipment
- two additional units from Group B general elective units, with a maximum of one of those additional units from Group A workplace elective units as appropriate to the specific job role
Home network installer
Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:
- ICTDRE3156B Install digital reception equipment
- ICTDRE3157B Locate and rectify digital reception equipment faults
- ICTDRE3165A Install a complex digital reception system
- ICTTEN4198A Install, configure and test an internet protocol network
- one additional unit from Group B general elective units or Group A workplace elective units as appropriate to the specific job role
IP equipment installer
Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:
- ICAICT302A Install and optimise operating system software
- ICAICT304A Implement system software changes
- ICANWK305A Install and manage network protocols
- ICASAS301A Run standard diagnostic tests
- ICTTEN4198A Install, configure and test an internet protocol network
Network infrastructure installer
Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:
- ICTCBL3009B Install, terminate and certify structured cabling installation
- ICTCBL3011B Install and terminate coaxial cable
- ICTCBL3069A Install network cable equipment
- two additional units from Group B general elective units, with a maximum of one those additional units from Group A workplace elective units as appropriate to the specific job role
Technical support
Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:
- ICASAS304A Provide basic system administration
- ICASAS305A Provide IT advice to clients
- ICTWOR3231A Resolve technical enquiries using multiple information systems
- ICTWOR3232A Collect and analyse technical information
- one additional unit from Group B general elective units or Group A workplace elective units as appropriate to the specific job role
Voice and data installer
Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:
- ICTCBL3009B Install, terminate and certify structured cabling installation
- ICTCBL3010B Install and terminate optical fibre cable on customer premises
- ICTCBL3011B Install and terminate coaxial cable
- two additional units from Group B general elective units, with a maximum of one of those additional units from Group A workplace elective units as appropriate to the specific job role