Locate and identify cable system faults

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Assessment Tool
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Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
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Wiki Markup
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Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
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Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver ICTCBL3015A, 'Locate and identify cable system faults'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Locate and identify cable system faults' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare to locate and rectify cable fault

1.1. Prepare for given work according to relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards

1.2. Inform appropriate personnel of existing and potential hazards on worksite

1.3. Arrange access to the site according to required procedure

1.4. Establish the type of cable and nature of fault from the customer for the cable system

1.5. Select suitable testing tools and equipment and personal protective equipment to meet required industry standards

2. Locate and diagnose the cable fault

2.1. Conduct appropriate test following occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental requirements to identify type of cable fault

2.2. Isolate the fault progressively to remove likely variables from assessment

2.3. Locate the cable fault without undue interruptions to the customer activity in the shortest possible time

2.4. Notify the customer of the findings

3. Rectify the fault

3.1. Present customer with options to rectify the fault

3.2. Advise the customer of the costs of any repair not covered by service agreement

3.3. Conduct the fault rectification, if the customer agrees, in a manner which is safe to the repair team and the customer

3.4. Escalate any unresolved faults to other parties for resolution if required

4. Complete documentation and clean up worksite

4.1. Advise the customer of successful fault clearance and obtain sign off

4.2. Complete all records

4.3. Complete reports to justify the fault diagnosis and rectification methodology if required

4.4. Remove all waste and debris from worksite and dispose of according to environmental requirements

4.5. Restore any changes made to the worksite during fault repair to the client's satisfaction


Qualifications and Skillsets

ICTCBL3015A appears in the following qualifications:

  • ICT30110 - Certificate III in Broadband and Wireless Networks Technology
  • ICT30510 - Certificate III in Telecommunications Rigging Installation
  • ICT30310 - Certificate III in Telecommunications Cabling
  • ICT30210 - Certificate III in Telecommunications
  • ICT30610 - Certificate III in Broadband and Wireless Networks
  • ICT20410 - Certificate II in Telecommunications Digital Reception Technology
  • ICT30410 - Certificate III in Telecommunications Digital Reception Technology
  • ICT30813 - Certificate III in Telecommunications Fixed Wireless Installation
  • ICT30513 - Certificate III in Telecommunications Rigging Installation
  • ICT30313 - Certificate III in Telecommunications Cabling
  • ICT30413 - Certificate III in Telecommunications Digital Reception Technology
  • ICT30213 - Certificate III in Telecommunications
  • ICT20413 - Certificate II in Telecommunications Digital Reception Technology
  • ICT30613 - Certificate III in Broadband and Wireless Networks
  • ICT30113 - Certificate III in Broadband and Wireless Networks Technology

And the skillsets: