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 design supporting infrastructure for telecommunications network installations; for carrier grade switching, transmission and access equipment and associated media, power and monitoring equipment and alarm systems, fibre distribution hubs (FDHs), and remote power feeds.
It applies to field officers, design technicians or technical supervisors from carriers, contractors or other service providers working with switching, transmission and radio networks and the various transmission paths including cable, optical fibre, radio, microwave and satellite.
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 – Telecommunications Networks Engineering
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. Prepare for design of infrastructure work |
1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards for compliance when conducting work 1.2 Notify client to arrange site access and obtain plans and specifications 1.3 Conduct a site survey to verify infrastructure design requirements can be met 1.4 Identify site hazards and notify appropriate personnel to make site safe 1.5 Develop a design activity schedule to minimise workplace disruption and according to relevant regulation and standards 1.6 Discuss material supplies, safety equipment, resources, tools and test equipment with the construction group so they are available when required for installation for safe work practice |
2. Design network equipment infrastructure |
2.1 Prepare infrastructure designs according to electrical safety and work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements after consultation with operational staff 2.2 Design metal superstructure to house equipment according to manufacturer’s specifications 2.3 Design cable pathways, including cable distribution frames and support materials, according to specifications |
3. Design power infrastructure |
3.1 Design power supply and earthing according to specifications and standard electrical practices 3.2 Design battery and rectifier equipment for project according to manufacturer’s and WHS requirements 3.3 Design high Ohmeric distribution (HOD) and associated power distribution systems |
4. Design DC power distribution |
4.1 Design power distribution work to meet electrical safety requirements and certifications 4.2 Monitor electrical work to ensure compliance with installation plan 4.3 Identify and rectify faults where possible or escalate according to enterprise policy |
5. Restore site and complete documentation |
5.1 Attach infrastructure labels and designations according to enterprise requirements 5.2 Complete inspection sheets and declare asset ready for next stage of installation using appropriate sign off documentation 5.3 Clean up and prepare site in readiness for next installation phase 5.4 Notify carrier 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, 1.3 |
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Writing |
1.2, 1.4, 2.1-2.3, 3.1-3.3, 4.1, 5.1, 5.2, 5.4 |
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Oral Communication |
1.2, 1.4, 1.6, 5.4 |
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Numeracy |
1.5, 2.2-2.4, 3.1-3.3, 4.1 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.4-1.6, 2.1-2.3, 3.1-3.3, 4.1-4.3, 5.1, 5.2 |
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Interact with others |
1.2, 1.6, 5.4 |
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Get the work done |
1.1, 1.3-1.5, 2.1-2.7, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1-4.3, 5.1, 5.3, 5.4 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
ICTTEN430 Design infrastructure for telecommunications network installations |
ICTTEN4245A Design infrastructure for telecommunications network installations |
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