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Prepare design drawings and specification for a cable installation

Prepare design drawings and specification for a cable installation

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTCBL401
State Code
AWE65
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
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
031307 - Communications Technologies
Original Release Date
05/07/2016
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare design drawings and specification for indoor or outdoor, domestic, commercial or industrial cable installations for communications applications compliant with appropriate Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) technical standards.It applies to technical staff who prepare design drawings and specifications for digital and analog, telephony, data, video, digital broadcasting, computer networks, local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN) and multimedia cable communication installations on a client's premises. Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for specific guidance on requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Gather information on existing and proposed installation
  • 1.1 Confirm cable installation requirements with client
  • 1.2 Inspect site to confirm building plans where possible
  • 1.3 Review existing cable plans and drawings
2. Determine installation options
  • 2.1 Assess available installation options against client requirements and relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards
  • 2.2 Establish and assess cost of options against client’s budget
  • 2.3 Select most suitable option based on function and cost considerations, and present to client
3. Prepare suitable drawings
  • 3.1 Prepare clear and accurate cable installation drawings indicating proposed outlets and services
  • 3.2 Provide drawings to relevant parties and file copies for later reference according to company policies
4. Prepare cabling specifications
  • 4.1 Prepare detailed cabling specifications for cabling system
  • 4.2 Prepare accurate costing from detailed specification, including equipment and material required
5. Verify specifications with client
  • 5.1 Verify prepared documentation with client
  • 5.2 Obtain authorisation and sign off from client to proceed according to company policy
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3333 ICTCBL4002A Prepare design drawings and specification for a cable installation Unit of competency