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Install telecommunications network equipment

Install telecommunications network equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTTEN312
State Code
OBA41
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
80
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to effectively install and test telecommunications network equipment. It includes processes for checking plans, obtaining equipment, and handling equipment and supplies.It applies to field officers, technicians or technical supervisors working for carriers, contractors or other service providers who install switching, transmission and radio networks and various transmission paths. It includes cable, optical fibre, radio, microwave and satellite telecommunications equipment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan for installation of telecommunications network equipment
  • 1.1 Prepare for given work according to relevant work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements
  • 1.2 Obtain access to site and assess the options for network installation
  • 1.3 Identify existing and potential site hazards
  • 1.4 Verify network equipment installation according to appropriate plans obtained from authorised personnel
  • 1.5 Investigate how equipment is to be connected to existing network systems
  • 1.6 Develop and finalise installation plans to ensure minimal workplace disruption according to relevant legislation, regulations, codes and standards
  • 1.7 Obtain tools and test equipment required for safe work practice
  • 1.8 Notify affected parties of possible network outage
2 Install network hardware and cabling
  • 2.1 Install network equipment according to plan and manufacturer instructions, using safe industry practices
  • 2.2 Install equipment or insert equipment cards and modules
  • 2.3 Install all cables according to specifications
  • 2.4 Confirm service interruption is within limits agreed with customer
  • 2.5 Document all installation drawings for customer
3 Install equipment accessories
  • 3.1 Install alarms according to instruction manuals and specifications
  • 3.2 Install operations administration and maintenance system according to specification
  • 3.3 Install communication facilities for operational staff according to specification, taking into account any special needs of site and operational staff
  • 3.4 Install operator communication facilities according to needs and specifications
4 Configure and test system
  • 4.1 Install software and configuration instructions according to system specifications as required
  • 4.2 Test to verify system performance according to customer requirements
  • 4.3 Recommend changes as required and confirm with customer
  • 4.4 Record all test results
5 Clean-up worksite and complete documentation
  • 5.1 Remove and dispose of installation waste and debris from worksite according to environmental requirements
  • 5.2 Restore changes made to work area during installation according to customer satisfaction
  • 5.3 Complete all installation documents and present to customer
  • 5.4 Declare asset ready for commissioning and integration
  • 5.5 Notify customer and obtain sign-off
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWD56 ICTTEN302 Install telecommunications network equipment Unit of competency