Required skills

analytical skills to read and interpret drawings related to

cable coding system and identifiers

cable layouts

frame locations

outlet location

communication skills to liaise with internal and external personnel on technical and operational matters

literacy skills to

interpret technical documentation such as equipment manuals and specifications

prepare reports and document work

numeracy skills to

identify cost and expenditure from specifications

prepare budget

planning and organisational skills to monitor progress of project

problem solving skills to

anticipate and respond to issues in project progress

solve equipment and logistics problems

research skills to source labour and material supplies

task management skills to

adhere to all safety requirements

reprioritise work as required

work systematically with required attention to detail

technical skills to schedule and monitor work

Required knowledge

features and operating requirements of test equipment

information required to advise operation of equipment according to a test specification

legislation codes of practice and other formal agreements that impact on the work activity

manufacturers requirements for safe operation of equipment

specific OHS requirements relating to the activity and site conditions

test methods and performance requirements

typical issues and challenges that occur on site

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

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to

complete all appropriate plans and financial budgets for cabling activities

supervise cabling project applying human resource policies including awards and conditions and all related OHS and work practices

monitor and implement alternate plans where necessary to meet work schedules and customer requirements

complete a project report on a cabling projects detailing recommendations for improvement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

site with cabling project

access to human resource policies including awards and conditions and all related OHS and work practices

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impact on monitoring activities

Methods of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

review of a handson project completed by the candidate

review of an oral and written report prepared by the candidate including completed documentation

direct observation of the candidate supervising a cabling project

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

ICTCBLA Install terminate and certify structured cabling installation

ICTCBL3009A Install, terminate and certify structured cabling installation.

Aboriginal people and other people from a nonEnglish speaking background may have second language issues

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

Key dates and milestones may include:

Resource requirements may include:

Plans may include:

Authorised personnel may include:

Relevant authorities may include:

Documentation may include:

Relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards include: