Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 2.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare design drawings and specification for indoor or outdoor, domestic, commercial or industrial cable installations for communications applications compliant with appropriate Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) technical standards.
It applies to technical staff who prepare design drawings and specifications for digital and analog, telephony, data, video, digital broadcasting, computer networks, local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN) and multimedia cable communication installations on a client's premises.
Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the Implementation Guide Companion Volume 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. Gather information on existing and proposed installation |
1.1 Confirm cable installation requirements with client 1.2 Inspect site to confirm building plans where possible 1.3 Review existing cable plans and drawings |
2. Determine installation options |
2.1 Assess available installation options against client requirements and relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards 2.2 Establish and assess cost of options against client’s budget 2.3 Select most suitable option based on function and cost considerations, and present to client |
3. Prepare suitable drawings |
3.1 Prepare clear and accurate cable installation drawings indicating proposed outlets and services 3.2 Provide drawings to relevant parties and file copies for later reference according to company policies |
4. Prepare cabling specifications |
4.1 Prepare detailed cabling specifications for cabling system 4.2 Prepare accurate costing from detailed specification, including equipment and material required |
5. Verify specifications with client |
5.1 Verify prepared documentation with client 5.2 Obtain authorisation and sign off from client to proceed according to company policy |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Reading |
1.1-1.3, 2.1-2.3 |
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Writing |
1.1, 2.3, 3.1, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2 |
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Oral Communication |
1.1, 2.3, 5.1, 5.2 |
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Numeracy |
1.2, 1.3, 2.1-2.3, 3.1, 4.1, 4.2 |
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Navigate the world of work |
2.1, 5.2 |
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Interact with others |
1.1, 2.3, 3.2, 5.1, 5.2 |
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Get the work done |
1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.3, 3.2 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
ICTCBL401 Prepare design drawings and specification for a cable installation |
ICTCBL4002A Prepare design drawings and specification for a cable installation |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a53af4e4-b400-484e-b778-71c9e9d6aff2