Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit Descriptor |
1) Scope: |
1.1) Descriptor |
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This unit covers the analysis of wireless-based electronic systems to provide solutions to mobile communications performance. It encompasses working safely, applying extensive knowledge of mobile communications parameters, gathering and analysing data, applying problem solving techniques, developing and documenting results and solutions for use in design work. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
2) |
This unit is intended to augment formally acquired competencies. It is suitable for employment-based programs under an approved contract of training or institutional based delivery. It is intended to apply to any formal recognition for this standard at the aligned AQF 6 level. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
License to practice |
3) |
The skills and knowledge described in this unit do not require a license to practice in the workplace. However, practice in this unit is subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety, codes of work practice and standard work procedures related to the operation of automated machinery. |
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite Unit(s) |
4) |
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Competencies |
4.1) |
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Granting competency in this unit shall be made only after competency in the following unit(s) has/have been confirmed. |
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UEENEEE101A |
Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
Literacy and numeracy skills |
4.2) |
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Participants are best equipped to achieve competency in this unit if they have reading, writing and numeracy skills indicated by the following scales. Description of each scale is given in Volume 2, Part 3 ‘Literacy and Numeracy’ |
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Reading |
5 |
Writing |
5 |
Numeracy |
5 |
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
5) |
This unit contains Employability Skills The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged will assist in identifying Employability Skill requirements. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
6) Elements describe the essential outcomes of a competency standard unit |
Performance Criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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Prepare to analyse the performance of wireless-based systems |
1.1 |
OHS processes and procedures for a given work area are obtained and understood. |
1.2 |
Established OHS risk control measures and procedures are followed in preparation for the work. |
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1.3 |
The extent of the wireless-based electronic systems issues are determined from performance specifications and situation reports and in consultations with relevant persons |
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1.4 |
Activities are planned to meet scheduled timelines in consultation with others involved in the work. |
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1.5 |
Effective strategies are formed to ensure solution development and implementation is carried out efficiently. |
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2 |
Analyse the wireless-based electronic systems performance |
2.1 |
OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed. |
2.2 |
Knowledge of wireless communications principles are applied to analytical solutions to electronic systems. |
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2.3 |
Parameters, specifications and performance requirements in relation to wireless-based electronic systems are obtained in accordance with established procedures. |
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2.4 |
Approaches to analysing wireless-based electronic systems parameters are carried out to provide the most effective solution. |
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2.5 |
Unplanned events are dealt with safely and effectively consistent with regulatory requirements and enterprise policy. |
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2.6 |
Quality of work is monitored against personal performance agreement and/or established organizational or professional standards |
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3 |
Document and report on the results of the wireless-based electronic systems performance analysis and actions taken |
3.1 |
Solutions to wireless-based electronic systems issues are evaluated to determine their effectiveness and modified where necessary. |
3.2 |
Analysis is documented including details of all findings, calculations and assumptions. |
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3.3 |
Analysis is reported to appropriately personnel to establish appropriate action to be taken based on findings. |
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3.4 |
Justification for findings and any actions to be undertaken in relation to the equipment is documented for inclusion in work/project or development records in accordance with professional standards. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
8) This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired of safe working practices and analysing the performance of wireless-based electronic systems. All knowledge and skills detailed in this unit should be contextualised to current industry practices and technologies. KS01-EH183A Wireless networks infrastructure Evidence shall show an understanding of wireless networks infrastructure, applying safe working practices and relevant Standards, Codes and Regulations to an extent indicated by the following aspects: T1. Networking fundamentals encompassing:
T2. Wireless networks infrastructure encompassing:
T3. Fundamentals of wireless security encompassing:
T4. OH&S encompassing:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
9) The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. . The Evidence Guide forms an integral part of this unit. It must be used in conjunction with all parts of the unit and performed in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package. |
Overview of Assessment |
9.1) |
Longitudinal competency development approaches to assessment, such as Profiling, require data to be reliably gathered in a form that can be consistently interpreted over time. This approach is best utilised in Apprenticeship programs and reduces assessment intervention. It is the Industry-preferred model for apprenticeships. However, where summative (or final) assessment is used it must include the application of the competency in the normal work environment or, at a minimum, the application of the competency in a realistically simulated work environment. It is recognised that, in some circumstances, assessment in part or full can occur outside the workplace. However, it must be in accord with industry and regulatory policy. Methods chosen for a particular assessment will be influenced by various factors. These include the extent of the assessment, the most effective locations for the assessment activities to take place, access to physical resources, additional safety measures that may be required and the critical nature of the competencies being assessed. The critical safety nature of working with electricity, electrical equipment, gas or any other hazardous substance/material carries risk in deeming a person competent. Sources of evidence need to be ‘rich’ in nature to minimise error in judgment. Activities associated with normal everyday work influence decisions about how/how much the data gathered will contribute to its ‘richness’. Some skills are more critical to safety and operational requirements while the same skills may be more or less frequently practised. These points are raised for the assessors to consider when choosing an assessment method and developing assessment instruments. Sample assessment instruments are included for Assessors in the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package. |
Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
9.2) |
Before the critical aspects of evidence are considered all prerequisites shall be met. Evidence for competence in this unit shall be considered holistically. Each Element and associated performance criteria shall be demonstrated on at least two occasions in accordance with the ‘Assessment Guidelines – UEE11’. Evidence shall also comprise:
Note: Successful completion of relevant vendor training may be used to contribute to evidence on which competency is deemed. In these cases the alignment of outcomes of vendor training with performance criteria and critical aspects of evidence shall be clearly identified. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
9.3) |
This unit should be assessed as it relates to normal work practice using procedures, information and resources typical of a workplace. This should include:
These should be part of the formal learning/assessment environment. Note: Where simulation is considered a suitable strategy for assessment, conditions must be authentic and as far as possible reproduce and replicate the workplace and be consistent with the approved industry simulation policy. The resources used for assessment should reflect current industry practices in relation to analysing the performance of wireless-based electronic systems. |
Method of assessment |
9.4) |
This unit shall be assessed by methods given in Volume 1, Part 3 ‘Assessment Guidelines’. Note: Competent performance with inherent safe working practices is expected in the industry to which this unit applies. This requires that the specified essential knowledge and associated skills are assessed in a structured environment which is primarily intended for learning/assessment and incorporates all necessary equipment and facilities for learners to develop and demonstrate the essential knowledge and skills described in this unit. |
Concurrent assessment and relationship with other units |
9.5) |
There are no concurrent assessment recommendations for this unit. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
10) This relates to the unit as a whole providing the range of contexts and conditions to which the performance criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance. This unit shall be demonstrated using a representative range of wireless-based electronic systems in analysing wireless-based electronic systems parameters in at least two different contexts. Generic terms used throughout this Vocational Standard shall be regarded as part of the Range Statement in which competency is demonstrated. The definition of these and other terms that apply are given in Volume 2, Part 2.1. |
Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency Field
Competency Field |
11) |
Electronics |