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 conduct and analyse the results of testing a subscriber’s cellular phone service in a public land mobile network (PLMN) overseas and make recommendations accordingly.
It applies to individuals who work as technical officers and supervisors. They are proficient in the use of specialised testing equipment, are effective communicators and operate with a high degree of autonomy.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply at the time of publication.
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 to conduct roaming tests |
1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards for compliance when conducting work 1.2 Identify need for tests from service provider mobile network deployment taskforce 1.3 Develop enterprise test procedure according to roaming arrangements and manufacturer test regime 1.4 Arrange access to location where tests are to be conducted according to required procedure 1.5 Select resources needed to conduct tests, complying with roaming arrangements 1.6 Confirm details of international roaming partners and agreements with partner mobile operators 1.7 Advise network operations centre of test details and test schedule |
2. Conduct tests and analyse test results |
2.1 Conduct tests according to enterprise test procedure 2.2 Analyse recorded test results for roaming compliance and functionality of subscriber identity module (SIM) card and phone enhancements |
3. Document results |
3.1 Document details of roaming tests, SIM card validity and functionality of phone enhancements, and make recommendations to appropriate person 3.2 Report non-compliance to appropriate person for investigation with international roaming partners and mobile phone manufacturer |
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 |
1.2, 1.3, 2.1 |
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Writing |
1.3, 1.6, 1.7, 3.1, 3.2 |
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Oral Communication |
1.2, 1.6, 1.7, 3.1, 3.2 |
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Numeracy |
2.1, 2.2 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.1 |
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Get the work done |
1.1, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
ICTRFN501 Test cellular handset enhancements and international roaming agreements |
ICTRFN5097A Test cellular handset enhancements and international roaming agreements |
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