Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Telecommunications Engineering Technology
Certificate IV in Telecommunications Engineering Technology
ICT41219
BEQ6
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 03/02/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 3.00 | 09/04/2021 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 12/02/2021 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 30/08/2019 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of an advanced technician (technical officer), team leader or supervisor with a wide range of telecommunications skills. The skills required for this role may include, but are not restricted to, the ability to install and maintain:
enterprise networks in emerging and converging technologies
optical and wireless equipment for high speed broadband network infrastructure
internet protocol (IP) based network telecommunications equipment
IP based networks in home networks and small and medium enterprises
telecommunications, data cabling and cabling products in line with the specifications of the access network owner
telecommunications access network cabling and infrastructure, systems and customer equipment.
The qualification enables technicians to assess installation requirements of converging voice, video and data IP networks, plan and perform installations and test installed equipment and fault find.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Work functions in the occupational areas where this qualification may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide or the relevant regulator for details of licensing, legislative or certification requirements.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = seventeen (17)- five (5) core units, plus
- twelve (12) elective units
The elective units selected may consist of:
- up to one (1) elective unit from Group A Workplace
- up to twelve (12) elective units from Groups B General, C IT Use, D Network Engineering, and E Radio Communications
- up to four (4) elective units from this and any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course where the units are packaged in an Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) Level 4 or above qualification.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment, not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Units selected from other Training Packages or accredited courses must not duplicate units selected from or available within the ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package.
*Note the following prerequisite unit requirements:
ICTTEN435 Solve electrical-based telecommunications circuitry and cabling problems has a prerequisite of ICTTEN208 Use electrical skills when working with telecommunications networks
Specialisations
- Where relevant, specialisations can be used for this qualification in:
- network engineering
- optical networks
- radio communications
- smart device installation
- telecommunications network technician - hybrid fibre coaxial.
The achievement of a specialisation will be identified on testamurs as follows:
- ICT41219 Certificate IV in Telecommunications Engineering Technology (Network Engineering)
- ICT41219 Certificate IV in Telecommunications Engineering Technology (Optical Networks)
- ICT41219 Certificate IV in Telecommunications Engineering Technology (Radio Communications)
- ICT41219 Certificate IV in Telecommunications Engineering Technology (Smart Device Installation)
- ICT41219 Certificate IV in Telecommunications Engineering Technology (Telecommunications Network Technician - Hybrid Fibre Coaxial).
Network Engineering
Select seven (7) elective units from Group D Network Engineering.
Optical Networks
Select the following three (3) elective units from Group B General:
- ICTOPN403 Prepare activity plans and specifications for a fibre to the x installation
- ICTOPN404 Test optical communications systems and components
- ICTOPN405 Install and test a dense wavelength division multiplexing system
Radio Communications
Select the following five (5) elective units:
- ICTRFN301 Install a radio communications antenna and feedline
- ICTRFN304 Construct and test a radio communications device
- ICTRFN402 Select antenna system for radio communications
- ICTRFN407 Conduct radio frequency measurements
- ICTTEN312 Install telecommunications network equipment
Smart Device Installation
Select the following six (6) elective units:
- ICTDRE302 Locate and rectify digital reception equipment faults
- ICTEDU301 Train customers in new technology
- ICTICT428 Select cloud storage solutions
- ICTRFN407 Conduct radio frequency measurements
- ICTTEN415 Install and configure internet protocol TV in a home network
- ICTTEN425 Design, install and configure a customer smart technology network
Telecommunication Network Technician - Hybrid Fibre Coaxial
Select the following six (6) elective units:
- ICTRFN406 Maintain hybrid fibre coaxial broadband cable network
- ICTRFN407 Conduct radio frequency measurements
- ICTTEN208 Use electrical skills when working with telecommunications networks
- ICTTEN312 Install telecommunications network equipment
- ICTTEN409 Commission an electronic system
- ICTTEN410 Locate, diagnose and rectify faults
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWG34 | ICTTEN416 | Install, configure and test an internet protocol network | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AWD39 | ICTTEN410 | Locate, diagnose and rectify faults | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWD35 | ICTTEN414 | Repair telecommunication system faults | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBA29 | ICTTEN435 | Solve electrical-based telecommunications circuitry and cabling problems | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBA46 | ICTTEN208 | Use electrical skills when working with telecommunications networks | 35 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units: Workplace
Up to one (1) unit to be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBU28 | ICTICT429 | Determine and confirm client business requirements | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCG32 | BSBESB402 | Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OCE80 | BSBESB406 | Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWD47 | ICTTEN402 | Estimate and quote for customer telecommunications equipment installation | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OCE82 | BSBOPS404 | Implement customer service strategies | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCF94 | BSBLDR414 | Lead team effectiveness | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AWD81 | ICTSMB401 | Set up and operate a contractor business | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWE63 | ICTCBL403 | Supervise cabling project | 100 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units: General
Up to twelve (12) units may be chosen from Groups B, C, D and E.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group C Elective Units: IT Use
Up to twelve (12) units may be chosen from Groups B, C, D and E.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAQ05 | ICTPRG430 | Apply introductory object-oriented language skills | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OBT27 | ICTPRG302 | Apply introductory programming techniques | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBT71 | ICTNWK428 | Create scripts for networking | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBT65 | ICTNWK434 | Identify and implement industry standard virtualisation technologies | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OAQ07 | ICTICT428 | Select cloud storage solutions | 35 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D Elective Units: Network Engineering
Up to twelve (12) units may be chosen from Groups B, C, D and E.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
6. Group E Elective Units: Radio Communications
Up to twelve (12) units may be chosen from Groups B, C, D and E.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCV89 | ICTCMP502 | Conduct radio communications site audits | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBA47 | ICTRFN407 | Conduct radio frequency measurements | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWD95 | ICTRFN304 | Construct and test a radio communications device | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWD98 | ICTRFN301 | Install a radio communications antenna and feedline | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWD33 | ICTTEN418 | Install and test a radio frequency identification system | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AWD90 | ICTRFN405 | Install radio communications base station equipment | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AWD94 | ICTRFN305 | Operate and maintain radio communications technical instruments and field equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWD93 | ICTRFN402 | Select antenna system for radio communications | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OCV52 | ICTRFN505 | Test and measure cellular phone and network equipment performance | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWC71 | ICTWOR401 | Undertake a civil site survey | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZI5 | ICT41215 | Certificate IV in Telecommunications Engineering Technology | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Entry into this qualification requires:
a qualification at AQF level 2 or 3 in telecommunications from the ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package or the ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package and certified evidence of at least 700 hours of work experience within the related scope of the qualification, which may have occurred concurrent with or after the qualification was achieved
or
a qualification at AQF level 2 or 3 in electrotechnology from the UEE Electrotechnology Training Package and certified evidence of at least 700 hours of work experience within the related scope of the qualification, which may have occurred concurrent with or after the qualification was achieved
or
a current unrestricted electrical licence from any Australian State or Territory electrical regulator
or
a qualification at AQF level 2 or 3 in telecommunications from the ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package and enrolment in the ICT41219 Certificate IV in Telecommunications Engineering Technology as part of a traineeship or apprenticeship program or concurrently employed within the ICT industry
or
open registration as an ACMA registered cabler with certified evidence of at least 2100 hours of work experience within the customer premises doing cabling or telecommunications carrier work.
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