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 assemble, connect and test receiving antenna equipment according to plans, specifications and site specific requirements.
It applies to individuals who might work on single and multiple dwellings, commercial buildings and other telecommunications structures that may be new or existing, stand alone or be a part of a site with multiple antennas.
Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the ICT Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for details of licensing, legislative or certification requirements.
Unit Sector
Telecommunications – radio frequency networks
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements |
Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare for work on terrestrial antenna |
1.1 Prepare for installation, applying all relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards, and identify any safety issues 1.2 Organise resources to be available on site 1.3 Contact client to arrange access to site and notify about possible outage 1.4 Organise tools and equipment, and ensure they are in safe working order and adjusted to manufacturer's specifications |
2. Assemble and mount antenna and coaxial cable |
2.1 Assemble antenna on site according to plans, specifications and enterprise guidelines using safe industry practice 2.2 Connect coaxial cable to antenna and install lightning protection devices 2.3 Mount antenna to structure, and set polarisation and initial antenna azimuth and elevation |
3. Test and align antenna system |
3.1 Connect installed antenna system to appropriate test equipment and pan antenna to optimise signal across all specified channel frequencies 3.2 Conduct performance tests according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise guidelines 3.3 Interpret test results, compare with manufacturer's design specifications and make adjustments |
4. Complete administrative duties |
4.1 Record test results and complete appropriate records 4.2 Secure and clean up site to original condition in environmentally safe manner 4.3 Notify client of work completion and obtain sign off |
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, 1.4, 2.1, 3.2, 3.3 |
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Writing |
1.3, 4.1, 4.3 |
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Oral Communication |
1.3, 4.3 |
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Numeracy |
3.3 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.1, 1.4, 2.1, 4.2 |
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Get the work done |
1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 2.1-2.3, 3.1-3.3 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
ICTRFN202 Install a terrestrial antenna |
ICTRFN2164B Install a terrestrial antenna |
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