This qualification reflects the role of an operator in the telecommunications industry who can apply a broad range of competencies using a defined range of skills where some discretion and judgement is required in the selection, installation and configuration of equipment in convergence technologies that integrate radio, optical and internet protocol (IP) based applications.
This role includes assessing installation requirements, planning and performing installations, testing installed equipment and fault finding. It involves a degree of autonomy and may include some supervision of others involving known routines and procedures and some accountability for the quality of outcomes.
This qualification prepares an individual for entry to the industry into the mainstream of telecommunications convergence technologies of radio, optical, data and IP networks.
Job Roles
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors of the industry. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
telecommunications network equipment installer
telecommunications voice and data equipment installer
IP based security alarms installer
telecommunications equipment operator
telecommunications tradesperson.
Prerequisite requirements
There are no prerequisite requirements for individual units of competency.
Subjects
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 12
6 core units, plus
1 elective unit from Group A workplace units, plus
5 elective units from Group B general units
Elective units must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level.
A maximum of two units from Group B general elective units may be substituted with two units of competency from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Certificate III or Certificate IV level. One of those two units from Group B general elective units may be substituted from Group A workplace elective units where required by a specific job role.
Units selected from other Training Packages or accredited courses must not duplicate units selected from or available within the ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package.
CORE UNITS
BSBSUS301A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
ICTBWN3205A Use optical and radio frequency measuring instruments
ICTOHS2170A Follow occupational and health and safety and environmental policy and procedures
ICTTEN2007A Use electrical skills in telecommunications work
ICTTEN4198A Install, configure and test an internet protocol network
Selecting electives for different outcomes
The context of this qualification varies and this must guide the selection of elective units.
The following examples are designed to assist in the selection of appropriate electives for particular outcomes at this level but they are in no way prescriptive.
Broadband optical network installer
Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:
ICTBWN3082A Perform tests on optical communication system and components
ICTBWN3088A Install optical fibre splitters in fibre distribution hubs
ICTBWN3090A Install lead-in module and cable for fibre to the premises
ICTBWN3100A Work safely with live fibre to test and commission a fibre to the x installation
one additional unit from Group B general elective units or Group A workplace elective units as appropriate to the specific job role
Broadband wireless network installer
Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:
ICTRFN3055A Install a radio communications antenna and feedline
ICTRFN3175A Operate and maintain radio communications technical instruments and field equipment
two additional units from Group B general elective units, with a maximum of one of those additional units from Group A workplace elective units as appropriate to the specific job role
Home network installer
Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:
two additional units from Group B general elective units, with a maximum of one those additional units from Group A workplace elective units as appropriate to the specific job role
Technical support
Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:
two additional units from Group B general elective units, with a maximum of one of those additional units from Group A workplace elective units as appropriate to the specific job role
Pathways...
Qualification Pathways
Pathways into the qualification
Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
after achieving a Certificate II qualification from this or another accredited Training Package or accredited course
or
with substantial vocational experience but without a formal qualification.
Pathways from the qualification
After achieving the ICT30210 Certificate III in Telecommunications, candidates seeking to develop more specialised technical skills and knowledge, may select from a range of Certificate IV qualifications in the ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Licensing Information
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations
All training programs must be undertaken with reference to the regulatory regime of the prevailing statutory authority (currently ACMA).
National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work
Some cabling and installation work may fall within the definition of construction work. If so, people entering the construction site are required to complete the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (Australian Safety Compensation Council, May 2007).
Achievement of the unit CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry from the CPC08 Construction and Plumbing Services Integrated Framework Training Package fulfils this requirement.
A number of units within this qualification have prerequisites. These are detailed as follows:
Code and Title
Prerequisite unit/s required
ICTCBL2137A Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Open Rule
