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Test optical communications systems and components

Test optical communications systems and components

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTOPN404
State Code
OBB14
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
30/08/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
27/11/2019
Field of Education
031309 - Communications Equipment Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
27/11/2019
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to test optical communications systems and components using advanced optical test equipment. It involves using the optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR), optical spectrum analyser (OSA) and optical return loss (ORL) test set for performance testing and link budget calculation.It applies to cablers who combine technical skills with organisational and administrative skills. They may be installation contractors, technical staff and field officers from telecommunications carriers or other private and public organisations or regulatory authorities.No licensing, registration, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to use advanced optical measuring instruments
  • 1.1 Notify customer for site access, security arrangements and location details of optical system and test purpose
  • 1.2 Identify site hazards and notify appropriate personnel to make site safe
  • 1.3 Devise and implement risk control measures for hazards and risks associated with handling optical fibres and lasers, in consultation with appropriate personnel
  • 1.4 Prepare a testing plan indicating the type of measurement, procedures and nominated wavelength, and seek approval from customer
  • 1.5 Select appropriate tools and test instruments according to required measurement and enterprise practice
2. Evaluate optical performance and link budget using advanced optical test equipment
  • 2.1 Set-up test instrument according to manufacturer instructions, and work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements
  • 2.2 Perform measurement and tests in a safe manner to evaluate performance of optical system and component
  • 2.3 Record test results and compare with standard test specifications from manufacturer and enterprise guidelines
  • 2.4 Perform end-to-end measurements on an optical link and record test results and test points
  • 2.5 Calculate optical losses for a link budget figure of an optical link
  • 2.6 Evaluate test results and report on functionality of optical component or equipment and performance of optical link
3. Document measurement results
  • 3.1 Document test results for future reference and make recommendations for optimising component and system performance
  • 3.2 Clean worksite and make safe according to enterprise requirements and customer satisfaction
  • 3.3 Notify appropriate personnel of job completion for sign-off and present test documentation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWE26 ICTOPN402 Use advanced optical test equipment Unit of competency