Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 1:22 AM AWST
22/07/2026 1:22 AM AWST
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Analyse optical transmission systems
Analyse optical transmission systems
Unit of competency
National Code
ICTOPN608
ICTOPN608
State Code
OCV87
OCV87
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/03/2021
Field of Education
031307 - Communications Technologies
Original Release Date
29/03/2021
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to verify the characteristics of Next Generation Networks (NGN) to ensure they will support the new modulation requirements of the equipment.It applies to individuals who are experienced technicians from networking carriers, service providers, or other private and public organisations, who have experience in the optical transmission area.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to conduct characterisation tests on optical networks
- 1.1 Obtain and review required legislation, codes, company work practices, regulations and standards, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements, personal protective equipment, and hazard identification tools for scoped work
- 1.2 Construct test procedures according to organisational guidelines and requirements
- 1.3 Obtain specifications for characterisation tests on optical networks from relevant personnel
2. Conduct link characterisation tests and analyse optical networks
- 2.1 Perform optical tests to characterise existing fibre link
- 2.2 Analyse results of optical tests, and determine extent and nature of future upgrades
3. Document analysis of optical networks with recommendations
- 3.1 Produce final drawings and plans of proposed upgrade requirements for optical transmission and submit to project manager according to enterprise policy
- 3.2 Prepare a report on the networks measured performance and recommendations of future upgrades
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWE15 | ICTOPN604 | Analyse optical transmission systems | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGJ5 | ICT60220 | Advanced Diploma of Information Technology | Qualification |