List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
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 |
Evidence of ability to:
determine potential earthing locations, cable routes, cables trays, data cabinets, telecommunication enclosures, distributors
design metal superstructure
design protective earth and functional earth installations
design power infrastructure
design, monitor and rectify faults in DC power distribution
design locations and facilities for access network infrastructure.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
evaluate capabilities and performance of cabling types, connectors and cabling structures for given design parameters
explore common carrier telecommunications applications and related equipment and infrastructure suited to a design
determine the most appropriate connections to carrier infrastructure or equipment
identify and recognise compliance requirements of current legislation relating to installation of telecommunications equipment and connection to carrier services
evaluate environmental impacts including options for green information and communications technology (ICT) installations for network topologies, interfaces and interconnect solutions
define work health and safety (WHS) requirements for the design to ensure a safe installation plan including:
confined spaces
electrical safety
working at heights
manual handling and lifting
materials handling
physical hazards
evaluate and summarise network and transmission supplies and equipment required for a design
determine power requirements and electrical safety for a specific design
specify warranty information for equipment supplies and contractor work guarantees
devise an appropriate survey to determine design criteria for a given site
explore and evaluate the nature of tools and equipment required for installation of the design
consider power distribution work requirements and the impact on the design.
Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances should be typical of those experienced in the telecommunications networks engineering field of work and include access to:
special purpose tools, equipment and materials
site where installation of supporting infrastructure may be conducted
plant, tools and equipment currently used in industry
relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impact work activities.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.