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Commission telecommunications network equipment

Commission telecommunications network equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTTEN505
State Code
AWD15
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/07/2016
Field of Education
031309 - Communications Equipment Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
05/07/2016
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to check plans, obtain and properly handle equipment and supplies, undertake tests, and complete administrative tasks.It applies to individuals working as field officers, technicians or technical supervisors for carriers, contractors or other service providersNo licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for commissioning procedures
  • 1.1 Prepare for work following work health and safety (WHS) requirements
  • 1.2 Organise resources based on existing and potential site hazards
  • 1.3 Contact network operations personnel for site access and network specifications
  • 1.4 Determine the type and complexity of the network equipment from specifications
  • 1.5 Establish commissioning dates and confirm with all parties
  • 1.6 Determine commissioning parameters according to specification, and establish planned outage if required
  • 1.7 Obtain test equipment and check for suitability and accuracy
  • 1.8 Produce a preliminary commissioning plan according to manufacturer’s instructions and company guidelines for discussion with the customer
  • 1.9 Inform affected customers of impending action and likely timing and impact by the work
2. Organise planned outages if necessary
  • 2.1 Negotiate outage times with appropriate groups and affected customers to minimise any disruptions
  • 2.2 Develop contingency plans if required and arrange for emergency communications
  • 2.3 Notify alarm management centre of action planned
  • 2.4 Obtain authority to proceed from relevant control centre and notify customers affected by the outage
3. Complete installation procedures of network equipment
  • 3.1 Install applications programmes and management data according to specification to complete installation procedures
  • 3.2 Complete all hardware connections according to commissioning instructions
  • 3.3 Undertake all specified performance tests to ensure operation meets all prescribed parameters and specifications as detailed in the original design brief
  • 3.4 Undertake tests to verify compatibility between the hardware and software
  • 3.5 Correct performance defects or bring to the attention of designers for corrective action
4. Complete commissioning procedures with network management
  • 4.1 Test alarms in conjunction with network management and operational groups to maintain network integrity
  • 4.2 Simulate traffic tests through the new installation to emulate a live network
  • 4.3 Test installed specific equipment features and operations administration maintenance system according to instructions
  • 4.4 Diagnose, repair or escalate faults detected to the appropriate area when fault cannot be clearly diagnosed or repaired
  • 4.5 Initiate vendor-related tests where required
5. Finalise commissioning tasks
  • 5.1 Complete administrative tasks as required by enterprise
  • 5.2 Undertake operational staff training where required
  • 5.3 Restore site to customer’s satisfaction
  • 5.4 Notify customer and obtain sign-off
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3480 ICTTEN5059A Commission telecommunications network equipment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCV53 ICTTEN520 Commission network equipment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZI0 ICT51015 Diploma of Telecommunications Engineering Qualification