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ICTCBL325 - Maintain cable network (Release 1)

Summary

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Supersedes and is equivalent to ICTCBL315 - Maintain cable network 29/Aug/2019

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1 1 (this release) 30/Aug/2019

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SchemeCodeClassification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 031309 Communications Equipment Installation And Maintenance  

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SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 031309 Communications Equipment Installation And Maintenance  30/Aug/2019 
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Modification History

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 5.0.

Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain indoor or outdoor, domestic, commercial or industrial cable network on customer premises or service provider access networks. This may include communications applications in telephony, broadband, data, video, radio frequency (RF) equipment, security and computer networks, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs) and multimedia.

It applies to technicians and lines workers who install and maintain network cable equipment within the broadband infrastructure deployment. They may upgrade a coaxial or optical fibre cable as part of a hybrid fibre coaxial (HFC) network, a broadband access network or a large customer private network.

Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. All customer cabling work in the telecommunications, fire, security and data industries must be performed by a registered cabler. All cablers are required to register with an Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) accredited registrar. Refer to the ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide or the relevant regulator for specific guidance on requirements.

Unit Sector

Telecommunications – Cabling

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 cable maintenance

1.1 Scope work by obtaining project plan from appropriate personnel and arrange for site access according to security arrangements

1.2 Notify appropriate personnel of identified worksite hazards

1.3 Determine cable route and type of cable from schedule, and identify and avoid other services

1.4 Obtain plant, tools, safety equipment and material to perform tasks safely and efficiently

2 Maintain cables, cable supports and enclosures

2.1 Clean area of debris, vegetation and foreign matter as required

2.2 Conduct visual inspections of cable infrastructure, enclosures and carrier interfaces for assessment of evident damages according to enterprise guidelines, and notify appropriate personnel

2.3 Check customer interface units for correct operation and rectify identified faults

2.4 Undertake remedial action on damages according to warranties and service level agreements, prior to maintenance routine

2.5 Perform maintenance tasks and tests in a safe manner and note activities on maintenance schedule

3 Complete maintenance documentation

3.1 Record test results, maintenance activities and corrective actions for future reference and complete maintenance schedule attendance chart according to enterprise requirements

3.2 Recover obsolete materials and return to appropriate point for disposal

3.3 Restore siteaccording to enterprise or approving authority requirements and customer satisfaction

3.4 Notify appropriate personnel of job completion and obtain sign-off

Foundation Skills

This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance, but not explicit in the performance criteria.

Skill 

Description 

Reading
  • Reads and interprets plans, specifications and other documentation from a variety of sources and consolidates information to determine requirements
  • Analyses and consolidates test results and data from a range of sources, against defined criteria and requirements

Writing
  • Prepares documentation and correspondence using clear language and correct spelling and terminology
  • Documents outcomes and changes to plans using industry relevant terminology and recognised plan symbols

Oral Communication
  • Conveys and clarifies information effectively to a range of personnel using collaborative techniques, including active listening and questioning
  • Presents complex information in formal situations using clear and convincing language, tone and pace appropriate for the audience and purpose

Numeracy
  • Makes calculations appropriate for measuring and estimating materials for maintenance works
  • Performs mathematical calculations to check, interpret and confirm results of system tests

Navigate the world of work
  • Takes personal responsibility for following explicit and implicit policies, procedures and legislative requirements
  • Identifies and acts on issues that contravene relevant policies, procedures and legal requirements

Interact with others
  • Uses a range of strategies, reads verbal and non-verbal signals, establishes a sense of connection and builds rapport with customers and co-workers

Get the work done
  • Takes responsibility for planning, sequencing and prioritising tasks and own workload for efficiency and effective outcomes
  • Addresses less predictable problems and initiates standard procedures in response, applying problem solving processes in determining solutions

Unit Mapping Information

ICTCBL325 Maintain cable network supersedes and is equivalent to ICTCBL315 Maintain cable network.

Links

Companion Volume Implementation Guides are available from VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a53af4e4-b400-484e-b778-71c9e9d6aff2

 

Assessment requirements

Modification History

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 5.0.

Performance Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate the ability to perform the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria, and foundation skills, and to:

  • test cables and equipment and interpret results
  • undertake remedial action on damages
  • safely use specialised hand or power tools and equipment
  • apply regulations and standards related to maintenance
  • comply with all related health, safety and environmental requirements and work practices.

Note: Evidence must be provided at least once when a specific volume or frequency is not stated.

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate the knowledge required to perform the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria, and foundation skills, which includes knowledge about:

  • relevant legislation, regulations, codes and standards
  • cabling types, connectors and cabling structures
  • connections to carrier infrastructure or equipment, such as main distribution frame (MDF) or customer interface units (CIU)
  • maintenance requirements of equipment at customer premises
  • electrical and optical properties to be measured
  • health, safety and environmental considerations including:
  • electrical safety and lifting hazards
  • manufacturer requirements for safe operation of equipment
  • typical safety issues and challenges that occur on the worksite
  • test methods and performance requirements for the maintenance work
  • purpose of warranties and service level agreements in relation to maintenance work.

Assessment Conditions

Skills must be assessed in a workplace or simulated environment where conditions are typical of those in a telecommunications work environment or workplace.

Access is required to:

  • site/s where maintenance of network cable can be conducted
  • equipment currently used in industry
  • relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on maintenance activities.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Links

Companion Volume Implementation Guides are available from VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a53af4e4-b400-484e-b778-71c9e9d6aff2

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