Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Telecommunications Network Design
Certificate IV in Telecommunications Network Design
ICT41115
AZI2
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 14/01/2016 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of a technician with a range of telecommunications skills and extensive knowledge of the access, building and core networks and client capabilities of the service provider. Graduates can design the customer access network, design the building network, design the core network for the service provider and asset owner and design carrier equipment infrastructure.
This qualification prepares an individual for entry into design for network additions and implementations to accommodate network growth and new technologies within the industry. These skills are required for the telecommunications infrastructure network design.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the ICT Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for details of licencing, legislative or certification requirements.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = sixteen (16)- eight (8) core units plus
- eight (8) electives units
The elective units consist of:
- one (1) elective unit from Group A Workplace elective units, plus
- seven (7) elective units from Group B General elective units with no more than two (2) at AQF Level 3 or below.
A maximum of two (2) units from the Group B general elective units may be substituted with units from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 4 or 5. One of the two (2) Group B general electives units may be substituted with a Group A workplace elective unit where required by a specific job role.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Units selected from other Training Packages or accredited courses must not duplicate units selected from or available within the ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWE39 | ICTNPL409 | Apply knowledge of regulation and legislation for the telecommunications industry | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWD24 | ICTTEN427 | Conduct site surveys to identify carrier installation requirements | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AUU32 | ICTICT408 | Create technical documentation | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWD25 | ICTTEN426 | Design network projects | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AWD22 | ICTTEN429 | Estimate and quote for carrier telecommunications equipment installations | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AWC80 | ICTWHS204 | Follow work health and safety and environmental policy and procedures | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AWD23 | ICTTEN428 | Prepare design drawings and specification for telecommunications installations | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AWC79 | ICTWOR201 | Work effectively in telecommunications technology | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A - Workplace Elective Units
One (1) unit must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full list of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUU30 | ICTICT401 | Determine and confirm client business requirements | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AUM06 | BSBLDR402 | Lead effective workplace relationships | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUK88 | BSBSMB407 | Manage a small team | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWD80 | ICTSMB402 | Operate a contractor business with employees | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWD81 | ICTSMB401 | Set up and operate a contractor business | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUK93 | BSBMGT401 | Show leadership in the workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B – General Elective Units
Seven (7) units may be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full list of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J821 | ICT40713 | Certificate IV in Telecommunications Network Design | Qualification |
| W810 | ICT40510 | Certificate IV in Telecommunications Network Planning | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEQ7 | ICT41119 | Certificate IV in Telecommunications Network Design | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Nil
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