Modification History
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Release 2 |
This version first released with ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package Version 3.0. Change in WHS core unit. |
Release 1 |
This version first released with ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package Version 1.0. |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of an individual in the telecommunications industry who can apply a broad range of competencies in a varied work context of installation of a limited range of digital reception equipment for either a customer or an enterprise. Fault-finding skills on a range of digital reception equipment for Subscription TV and Free-to-air TV reception are acquired.
Any cabling at the customer premises must be carried out in accordance to requirements of the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) and relevant industry registration bodies, and in line with the specifications of the access network owner.
Job Roles
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors of the industry. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- audiovisual systems integrator
- field service technician – RF services
- free to air TV installers – multiple services
- subscription TV installer – multiple services.
Prerequisite units
The following unit within this qualification has a prerequisite. 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 |
Pathways Information
Pathways into the qualification
Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
- after achieving ICT20413 Certificate II in Telecommunications Digital Reception Technology or another relevant accredited Training Package qualification or relevant accredited course
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- providing evidence of competency in the core units required for ICT20413 Certificate II in Telecommunications Digital Reception Technology or equivalent units with vocational experience
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- with substantial vocational experience but without a formal qualification.
Pathways from the qualification
After achieving ICT30413 Certificate III in Telecommunications Digital Reception Technology, 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 conducted with the 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).
CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package fulfils this requirement.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Employability Skills Summary
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Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
Communication |
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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 = 9
4 core units, plus
1 elective unit from Group A workplace units, plus
4 elective units from Group B general units
Units completed in ICT20413 Certificate II in Telecommunications Digital Reception Technology cannot be selected in this qualification.
Elective units must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level. A minimum of 5 of these electives must be taken from Certificate III 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 any accredited course at Certificate III or Certificate IV level. The two units from Group B general elective units may be substituted with 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
ICTDRE3165A Install a complex digital reception system
ICTRFN2163B Install a satellite antenna
ICTRFN2164B Install a terrestrial antenna
ELECTIVE UNITS
Group A - Workplace elective units
BSBSMB305A Comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for the micro business
BSBSMB401A Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
BSBSMB405B Monitor and manage small business operations
BSBSMB407A Manage a small team
ICASAS305A Provide IT advice to clients
ICTSMB4161A Operate a contractor business with employees
Group B - General elective units
Cabling
ICTCBL2017B Alter services to existing cable system
ICTCBL2136B Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Restricted Rule
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
ICTCBL2163A Install a cable lead-in
ICTCBL3015A Locate and identify cable system faults
Broadband and wireless networks
ICTBWN3082B Perform tests on optical communication system and components
ICTBWN3205B Use optical and radio frequency measuring instruments
Digital reception technology
ICTDRE3156B Install digital reception equipment
ICTDRE3157B Locate and rectify digital reception equipment faults
ICTDRE3248A Design communications wiring systems for customer premises
ICTDRE3249A Develop integrated digital reception systems
ICTDRE4166A Integrate customer digital reception equipment
ICTDRE4167A Integrate data delivery modes
ICTTEN4126A Install and configure internet protocol TV in a home network
ICT use
ICAICT302A Install and optimise operating system software
ICAICT303A Connect internal hardware components
Occupational health and safety
CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry
ICTOHS2080A Provide telecommunications services safely on roofs
ICTOHS2153B Work safely near power infrastructure
Radio frequency networks
ICTRFN4095A Conduct radio frequency measurements
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.
Audiovisual systems integrator – includes integration of diverse technologies including RF services, and telephony services in complex equipment systems
Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:
- ICTDRE3165A Install a complex digital reception system
- ICTDRE4166A Integrate customer digital reception equipment
- ICTDRE4167A Integrate data delivery modes
- 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
Field service technician – ongoing maintenance of customer equipment
Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:
- ICTCBL3015A Locate and identify cable system faults
- ICTCBL2017B Alter services to existing cable system
- ICTRFN4095A Conduct radio frequency measurements
- 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
- ICTDRE3248A Design communications wiring systems for customer premises
- ICTDRE3249A Develop integrated digital reception systems
- ICTTEN4126A Install and configure internet protocol TV in a home network
- one additional unit from Group B general elective units or from Group A workplace elective units as appropriate to the specific job role
Installer of free-to-air TV
Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:
- ICTBWN3205B Use optical and radio frequency measuring instruments
- ICTDRE3165A Install a complex digital reception system
- ICTRFN4095A Conduct radio frequency measurements
- 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
Installer – subscription TV (multiple services) – includes campus installations
Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:
- ICTDRE3165A Install a complex digital reception system
- ICTDRE4166A Integrate customer digital reception equipment
- three 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
Small to medium contracting business operator
Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:
- ICTSMB4161A Operate a contractor business with employees
- four additional units from Group B general elective units, with a maximum of two of those additional units from Group A workplace elective units as appropriate to the specific job role