Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 2.0.

Element 

Performance Criteria 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare to produce a DWDM system design

1.1 Obtain the planning document from appropriate person and determine site details

1.2 Obtain the service type and number of channels required between customer traffic sources and destinations and the type of protection required

1.3 Obtain specifications of optical fibre between sites

1.4 Determine fibre loss between sites

2. Calculate link budget for each wavelength path

2.1 Use vendor’s engineering design rules, specifications and data to calculate link budget and link margin for each DWDM wavelength and path

2.2 Evaluate link budget and assess calculated margin and make recommendations for improvement if warranted

2.3 Analyse specifications of installed optical fibre and determine if dispersion will limit the maximum traffic data rate

2.4 Generate options for system design that are realistic for the enterprise and network

2.5 Evaluate and select preferred option based on enterprise business strategy outcomes, service policy and compliance with relevant legislation

2.6 Discuss and confirm selected option with customer

3. Prepare detailed configuration documents for the DWDM system

3.1 Outline detailed requirements of the DWDM system for configuration document

3.2 Prepare a configuration document according to customer’s traffic needs

3.3 Prepare an internet protocol (IP) address allocation for all DWDM shelves and associated routers and gateways

3.4 Submit documentation to appropriate person for approval and sign off

4. Investigate upgrade options using emerging technologies

4.1 Investigate option of using a reconfigurable optical add-drop multiplexer (ROADM) and make recommendations outlining benefits

4.2 Investigate feasibility of a future upgrade up to 100 Gbps system using optical transport network (OTN) - DWDM technology

Skill 

Performance Criteria 

Description 

Reading

2.1, 2.3, 2.5

• Interprets textual information from relevant sources to identify and plan for all job requirements and adhere to procedures and standards

Writing

1.1, 2.2, 2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4, 4.1

• Accurately prepares project briefs, technical documentation and reports using clear and technically specific language, numerical data and diagrammatic information

Oral Communication

1.1, 2.2, 2.6, 4.1

• Uses listening and questioning skills to confirm technical and operational requirements and participates in a verbal exchange of ideas and solutions and uses appropriate, detailed and clear language to address installation personnel, vendors, customers and contractors

Numeracy

1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3

• Uses mathematical equations to evaluate all relevant technical data

Navigate the world of work

2.5

• Monitors adherence to legal and regulatory rights and responsibilities

Interact with others

3.4

• Actively identifies requirements of important communication exchanges, selecting appropriate channels, format, tone and content to suit purpose and audience and monitoring impact

Get the work done

1.1-1.4, 2.2, 2.4, 2.5, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2

• Understands key principles and concepts underpinning the design and operation of digital systems and tools and applies these when seeking to understand the potential of new technology
• Takes responsibility for defining key aspects of workload, balancing own needs and priorities with job requirements
• Takes responsibility for high-impact decision in complex situations involving many variables and constraints
• Recognises and addresses complex problems involving multiple variables

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

ICTOPN603 Design a dense wavelength division multiplexing system

ICTOPN6128A Design a dense wavelength division multiplexing system

Updated to meet standards for Training Packages

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 2.0.