ICT70110 - Vocational Graduate Certificate in Telecommunications Network Engineering
Vocational Graduate Certificate in Telecommunications Network Engineering
This qualification reflects the role of an individual involving a high level of technical management skills and knowledge in telecommunications networks and systems who can:
plan changes and analyse network problems over a wide range of telecommunications technologies at managerial/supervisory levels
diagnose problems and provide network management support
plan a project from a design specification, research telecommunications technologies to meet the required specifications and report on the implementation of the project plan
research and analyse the key concepts in design, construct and modify network management databases
evaluate management systems and procedures used by the telecommunications industry.
Job Roles
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors of the industry. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
system engineer
solutions architect
applications technology specialist
network technology specialist
network testing specialist
requirements manager.
There are no prerequisite requirements for individual units of competency.
Subjects
Total number of units = 6
3 core units, plus
3 elective units
Elective units must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level.
A maximum of two elective units may be substituted with two units of competency from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Vocational Graduate Certificate or Vocational Graduate Diploma level.
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
ICTPMG7145B Undertake a telecommunications project
ICTTEN7226A Manage development and application of testing artefacts
ICTTEN7227B Analyse business specifications to produce technical solutions
ICTTEN7228A Manage project requirements and process implementations
ICTTEN7230A Scope project requirements and process solutions
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.
Systems engineer
Core units plus:
ICTTEN7219A Manage alignment of systems with product and technology strategy
ICTTEN7220A Translate domain and solution architectures into platform requirements and designs
one additional unit from elective units as appropriate to the specific job role.
Solutions architect
Core units plus:
ICTTEN7221A Manage end to end architectural solutions across multiple domains
ICTTEN7222A Manage solution architecture and impacts in line with organisational processes
one additional unit from elective units as appropriate to the specific job role.
ICTTEN7226A Manage development and application of testing artefacts
one additional unit from elective units as appropriate to the specific job role.
Requirements manager
Core units plus:
ICTTEN7228A Manage project requirements and process implementations
ICTTEN7230A Scope project requirements and process solutions
one additional unit from elective units as appropriate to the specific job role.
Pathways...
Pathways into the qualification
Candidates may enter this qualification through a number of entry points demonstrating potential to undertake study at graduate level, including from:
the ICT60110 Advanced Diploma of Optical Networks or the ICT60210 Advanced Diploma of Telecommunications Network Engineering or another relevant accredited Training Package qualification or relevant accredited course
or
a relevant Advanced Diploma or Diploma, or a relevant Certificate IV or Certificate III together with significant relevant vocational practice
or
a higher education qualification, together with relevant vocational practice
or
relevant extensive vocational practice, without formal qualifications.
Pathways from the qualification
After achieving the ICT70110 Vocational Graduate Certificate of Telecommunications Network Engineering, candidates seeking to develop more specialised technical skills and knowledge may undertake the ICT80110 Vocational Graduate Diploma of Telecommunications Network Engineering qualification or seek articulation into a university program.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Licensing Information
All training programs must be conducted with the reference to the regulatory regime of the prevailing statutory authority (currently ACMA).
Employability Skills
Employability Skill
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication
determining options to rectify faults and discussing them with customer so that necessary action is determined
documenting test methods and results
making a complete check of installation against installation plans
reading, interpreting and using equipment/system manuals and specifications and relevant enterprise policy and documentation
conveying information to clients, colleagues and other site personnel
providing feedback to customers on operating the equipment
Teamwork
identifying members and roles of team
identifying and contributing to team tasks and goals
recognising and responding positively to conflict within team
working with team members to work with clients and install equipment
relating personal role to the industry
participating in a team structure by identifying team members, tasks and goals and recognising and responding positively to conflict
applying interpersonal skills with clients, employer, supervisors, work associates, team members and other contractors
giving and receiving feedback to assist in meeting team and organisation goals
Problem solving
ranking causes of problems, working from system-wide impacts to specific impacts
diagnosing network security problems to secure the network
identifying barriers to installation and developing strategies to overcome them within time and budget restrictions
identifying faults or optimisation options
rectifying faults and adjusting system to optimal operation
determining cable routes taking into account building services, safety, industry codes and practices, and customer requirements
following up promptly on difficulties and known problem areas
Initiative and enterprise
prioritising urgent requests and acting according to organisational guidelines
identifying barriers to installation and developing strategies to overcome them within time and budget restrictions
adapting plan to suit specific features of site
identifying issues and possible solutions within established guidelines
interacting with enterprise personnel, customers and other contractors keeping a customer focus and considering customer needs
Planning and organising
identifying realistic short and long-term career objectives
planning and provision to meet key dates and milestones
gathering data for the installation of systems and equipment
planning the installation of fibre cable, taking into account technical, scheduling and financial considerations
interpreting design and relating to site characteristics
prioritising work according to organisation guidelines
running a test of network security arrangements
Self-management
identifying realistic short and long-term career objectives
identifying work to be completed
complying with all related OHS requirements and work practices
developing installation plans to ensure minimal disruption to the workplace
checking that tools and equipment are in safe working order and adjusted to manufacturer specification
relating own role to the industry and establishing own work schedule
using strategies to present a professional image to customers
interpreting and applying relevant regulations and standards
Learning
relating current or intended role to career objectives in a positive manner
giving and receiving feedback to assist in meeting team and organisation goals
making clients aware of opportunities that exist for system upgrades, additional services and training
seeking assistance from team members when necessary
providing suitable training and assessment opportunities for work team members
providing training to customers on system, product, product features and facilities
Technology
checking that tools and equipment are in safe working order and adjusted to manufacturer specifications
converging many integrated and emerging technologies
testing and measuring of broadband network infrastructure
installing and operating telecommunications equipment and products
installing and operating equipment and products
identifying, replacing or repairing faulty parts and equipment
undertaking relevant acceptance tests and analysing results against specified performance criteria