Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Telecommunications
Certificate II in Telecommunications
ICT20210
W796
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 19/07/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
Descriptor
This qualification reflects the role of an operator in the telecommunications industry who can apply a broad range of competencies in a varied work context from installation to operation of telecommunications equipment and products.
Cabling at the customer premises must be carried out according to requirements of the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) and relevant industry registration bodies, and in line with the specifications of the access network owner.
This qualification prepares an individual for entry to the industry.
Job Roles
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors of the industry. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
cabler and installer
equipment installer
security alarm installer
telecommunications equipment operator
telecommunications tradesperson.
Prerequisite requirements
There are no prerequisite requirements for individual units of competency.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 115 core units plus;
1 elective units 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 may be substituted with two units from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Certificate II or III level.
Units selected from other Training Packages or accredited courses must not duplicate units selected from or availabloe within the ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package
If the four units ICTCBL2005A, ICTCBL2006A, ICTCBL2008A and ICTCMP2022A has been selected, unit ICTCBL2136A cannot also be selected as an elective unit.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations
The four units set ICTCBL2005A, ICTCBL2006A, ICTCBL2008A and ICTCMP2022A meets the ACMA requirements for Cabling Provider Rules (CPR) restricted registration.
All training programs are 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.
1. Core Units
All five units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3368 | ICTOHS2170A | Follow Occupational Health and Safety and environmental policy and procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D3437 | ICTTEN2105A | Install and test an internet protocol device in convergence networks | 45 | Unit of competency |
| D1021 | BSBSUS201A | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 10 | Unit of competency |
| D3436 | ICTTEN2007A | Use electrical skills in telecommunications work | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D3438 | ICTTEN2140A | Use hand and power tools | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Workplace Elective Units
One unit to be completed
Note: The following outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3521 | ICTWOR2141A | Work effectively in a telecommunications technology team | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B General Elective Units
Five units to be completed
Note: The following outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3303 | ICTCBL2017A | Alter services to existing cable system | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D3298 | ICTCBL2005A | Install customer cable support systems | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D3314 | ICTCBL2137A | Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Open Rule | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D3313 | ICTCBL2136A | Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Restricted Rule | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D3299 | ICTCBL2006A | Place and secure customer cable | 60 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D250 | ICT20208 | Certificate II in Telecommunications | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J811 | ICT20213 | Certificate II in Telecommunications | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of DEEWR.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS on 28/10/10.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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