Qualification Outline
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Advanced Diploma of Telecommunications Network Engineering
Advanced Diploma of Telecommunications Network Engineering
ICT60615
AZI7
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 14/01/2016 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
Description
This qualification reflects the role a technical specialist with high level skills and knowledge in telecommunications and information technology networks using internet protocol (IP) systems who can:
forecast network growth for enterprise network planning
design and manage IP based network telecommunications equipment
implement convergence technologies in enterprise telecommunications networks
design and manage optical and wireless network telecommunications architectures for high speed broadband capability.
Licensing /Regulatory Information
Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the ICT Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for details of licensing, legislative or certification requirements.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = ten (10)- four (4) Core units plus
- six (6) Elective units
The elective units consist of:
- all six (6) units may be selected from the electives units listed below, with a minimum of two (2) electives at AQF Level 6
- up to two (2) elective units may be substituted with units of competency from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at AQF Level 6 or above.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment 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 are available within the ICT Information and Telecommunications Technology Training Package.
1. Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWE07 | ICTPMG610 | Develop a project management plan | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AWD74 | ICTSUS601 | Integrate sustainability in ICT planning and design projects | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWE06 | ICTPMG611 | Prepare a detailed design brief | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWC92 | ICTTEN611 | Produce an ICT network architecture design | 55 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Six (6) units may be completed.
Please see the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W817 | ICT60110 | Advanced Diploma of Optical Networks | Qualification |
| W818 | ICT60210 | Advanced Diploma of Telecommunications Network Engineering | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGJ5 | ICT60220 | Advanced Diploma of Information Technology | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil
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