Modification History
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Release 1 |
This unit of competency first released with ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package version 2.0. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to install supporting infrastructure for telecommunications equipment and associated hardware equipment. The unit also includes installation of access equipment and associated media, power and monitoring equipment and alarm systems.
Application of the Unit
The unit applies to field officers, installation technicians, technical supervisors, contractors and other service providers.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements apply to working at heights. If an elevated work platform (EWP) is required, verify state or territory law requirements for a licence to operate an EWP. Users should confirm requirements with the relevant federal, state or territory authority.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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1. Prepare for infrastructure installation work |
1.1 Identify relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards that apply to work 1.2 Notify customer to arrange site access and obtain installation plan and specifications 1.3 Conduct a site survey to verify that infrastructure installation requirements can be met 1.4 Identify site hazards and notify appropriate personnel to make site safe 1.5 Notify customer of alterations required to installation design and make recommendations for possible solutions 1.6 Obtain approval for alterations and update installation plan 1.7 Develop an installation activity schedule to minimise disruption to the workplace according to relevant regulation and standards 1.8 Obtain material supplies, safety equipment, resources, tools and test equipment required for safe installation |
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2. Build customer equipment infrastructure |
2.1 Prepare for and undertake work according to work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements 2.2 Build telecommunications closet or telecommunications equipment room for equipment, distributors and AC-DC power systems according to design plans, manufacturer specifications and safety and electrical standards 2.3 Build cable support systems for signal, data cabling and optical cables according to plans and specifications 2.4 Organise the installation of mains AC electrical power cabling infrastructure as specified on the plan 2.5 Install cable distribution frames according to plan and manufacturer specifications 2.6 Install protective earthing to metal infrastructures or gas arrestors according to specifications or design |
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3. Install UPS power infrastructure |
3.1 Install uninterruptible power source or supply (UPS) systems as required by specification or design, and connect according to manufacturer and WHS requirements 3.2 Test and monitor UPS battery discharge levels and obtain replacement batteries under warranty where required 3.3 Identify and rectify faults where possible or escalate according to organisational policy |
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4. Restore site and complete documentation |
4.1 Attach infrastructure labels and designations according to organisational requirements 4.2 Complete inspection sheets and declare asset ready for customer sign-off documentation 4.3 Clean up site 4.4 Notify customer and obtain sign-off |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- analytical skills to compare and evaluate most effective technical solutions
- communication skills to:
- liaise with customers to ensure requirements are identified
- negotiate approvals and contract arrangements with suppliers and contractors
- literacy skills to:
- document technical requirements and procedures
- interpret technical specifications and related documentation
- numeracy skills to calculate budget requirements and limitations
- planning and organising skills to:
- meet client requirements within agreed timeframes
- secure site access and make arrangements for equipment delivery
- set out project requirements and priorities
- problem-solving skills to respond to unexpected variations to requirements
- technical skills to:
- perform cabling and terminating work
- use hand tools to:
- affix supports, cable trays and racks to surfaces
- assemble infrastructure
- work with construction materials.
Required knowledge
- best practices to minimise environmental impacts, including options for green ICT installations
- cabling types, connectors and cabling structures
- common customer telecommunications applications and related equipment
- range of other customer equipment, such as alarms and media devices
- current legislation and standards relating to installation of telecommunications equipment and connection to carrier services
- key features of backup UPS systems and AC mains power requirements and electrical safety
- network topologies, interface and interconnect solutions
- type of connections to carrier infrastructure or equipment
- WHS requirements for:
- confined spaces
- electrical safety
- heights
- lifting
- materials handling
- physical hazards
- warranty information for equipment supplies and contractor work guarantees.
Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure access to:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required. Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the oral communication skill level, and language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed. In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs. |
Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
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Relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards may include: |
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Customer may be: |
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Site survey may include: |
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Infrastructure may include: |
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Hazards may include: |
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Material supplies may include: |
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Safety equipment may include: |
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Resources may include: |
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Tools and test equipment may include: |
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WHS and environmental requirements may relate to: |
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Cable support systems may include: |
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Installing uninterruptible power source or supply systems may include: |
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Labels and designations may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Telecommunications networks engineering - Telecommunications
