Modification History
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Release 2 |
This version first released with ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package Version 3.0. Units updated to current versions. |
Release 1 |
This version first released with ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package Version 1.0. |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of an individual involving a high level of specialist technical skills and knowledge in telecommunications and IT networks using internet protocol (IP) systems who can:
- install, test and commission voice and data optical communications networks in medium to large enterprises using next generation networks technologies
- provide specialist technical support in monitoring and administering the installation and upgrade of large telecommunications optical networks
- install and maintain IP based optical network telecommunications equipment.
Job Roles
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors of the industry. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- installer of emerging technologies
- IP based optical network installer
- specialised optical network infrastructure planner
- telecommunications technical specialist
Prerequisite requirements
There are no prerequisite requirements for individual units of competency.
Pathways Information
Pathways into the qualification
Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
- after achieving the ICT40110 Certificate IV in Optical Networks 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 the ICT40110 Certificate IV in Optical Networks or equivalent units with vocational experience
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- with substantial vocational experience but without a formal qualification.
Pathways from the qualification
For candidates seeking to develop more specialised technical skills and knowledge, the electives selected in the ICT50110 Diploma of Optical Networks should be considered with a view to meeting pathways into the ICT60110 Advanced Diploma of Optical Networks qualification or the ICT60210 Advanced Diploma of Telecommunications Network Engineering or a range of other Advanced Diploma qualifications or University programs.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
All training programs must be conducted with the reference to the regulatory regime of the prevailing statutory authority (currently ACMA).
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 = 10
6 core units, plus
4 elective units
Elective units must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level.
A maximum of two elective units may be substituted with two units of competency from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Diploma or Advanced Diploma level.
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
BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability
ICTOPN5118A Plan and configure dense wavelength division multiplexing systems
ICTOPN5119A Perform acceptance and commissioning tests on optical network
ICTOPN5120A Plan for an optical system upgrade and cut over
ICTOPN5121A Test and commission a dense wavelength division multiplexing transmission system
ICTOPN5123A Analyse and integrate specialised optical devices in the network
ELECTIVE UNITS
Compliance
ICTCMP5176A Undertake radio communications site audit
Education
ICTEDU5025A Develop and deliver training associated with new and modified products
ICT use
IP networks
ICAICT508A Evaluate vendor products and equipment
ICANWK516A Determine best-fit topology for a local network
Optical networks
ICTOPN5122A Test the performance of specialised optical devices
Product skills and advice
ICTPRO5026A Develop training, marketing and sales resources for telecommunications products
Project management
BSBPMG522A Undertake project work
ICTPMG5027A Develop customer premises equipment installation project plans
ICTPMG5031A Prepare a project brief
ICTTEN5037A Design a telecommunications project
ICTPMG5039A Prepare project specifications
Sustainability
ICTSUS5187A Implement server virtualisation for a sustainable ICT system
Telecommunications engineering networks
ICTITU5144A Test telecommunications network using virtual instruments
ICTTEN5038A Design an electronic system for a telecommunications network
ICTTEN5058A Acceptance test new systems and equipment
ICTTEN5059A Commission telecommunications network equipment
ICTTEN5060A Integrate new systems and equipment into the telecommunications network
ICTTEN5061A Cut over new and replacement network equipment
ICTTEN5083A Locate, diagnose and rectify complex faults
ICTTEN5084A Provide expert advice and support on complex faults
ICTTEN5092A Undertake planned outage management
ICTTEN5204A Produce technical solutions from business specifications
Emerging technologies
ICTTEN5203A Dimension and design a radio frequency identification system
ICTTEN5217A Plan a wireless mesh network
IP networks
ICTTEN5147A Administer a data communications network
ICTTEN5168A Design and implement an enterprise voice over internet protocol and a unified communications network
ICTTEN5201A Install, configure and test a server