Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology Qualification Endorsement - Department of Training and Workforce Development

Qualification Outline

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22/07/2026 5:14 AM AWST

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Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology

Qualification

National Code:
ICT30515

State Code:
AZI6

TGA Status:
Replaced

DTWD Status:
Transition (Replaced)

National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification

Field of Education

0313 - Electrical And Electronic Engineering And Technology

Original TGA Release Date

14/01/2016

Approved Date

05/07/2016

Stream of Study

Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)

VET Act Classifier

Nominal Hours

725

Duration

1 Semester

Current Release Number

3.00

Current Release Date

30/01/2019

VET Act Conditions

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Releases

Release Version	Release Date	TGA Status	DTWD Status
3.00	30/01/2019	Current	Transition (Replaced)
2.00	13/09/2016	Replaced	Approved
1.00	14/01/2016	Replaced	Approved

Description

This qualification prepares an individual for entry into the telecommunications industry and its convergent technologies, including radio, optical, data and internet protocol (IP) networks.

This qualification reflects the role of an operator in the telecommunications industry who can apply a broad range of competencies using a defined range of skills where some discretion and judgement is required in the selection, installation and configuration of equipment in convergence technologies that integrate radio, optical and internet protocol (IP) based applications.

This role includes assessing installation requirements, planning and performing installations, testing installed equipment and fault finding. It involves a degree of autonomy and may include some supervision of others. Work is performed according to known routines and procedures and there is some accountability for the quality of outcomes.

The following specialisations can be achieved through selection of specific units of competency:
Optical Networks
Wireless Networks
Cabling Networks
Telecommunications Networking
Radio Communications.

Licensing/Regulatory Information
Work functions in the occupational areas where this qualification may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the ICT Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for details of licensing, legislative or certification requirements.

Cabling at the customer premises must be carried out according to requirements of the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) and relevant industry registration bodies, and in line with the specifications of the access network owner. Refer to "Pathways to ACMA Cabling Provider Rules - Cabling registration" and the mandatory industry practical hours required for registration.

Schedule

Packaging Rules

Total number of units = sixteen (16)

- seven (7) core units, plus
- nine (9) elective units

The elective units consist of:
-one (1) elective unit from Group A workplace units
- up to eight (8) elective units from any of the elective groups below
- up to two (2) units of competency may be selected from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at AQF Level 3 or 4.

Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the Australian Qualifications Framework (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.

Refer to the Specialisations information below, and to the Companion Volume Implementation Guide, for advice about choosing electives to support specialisations in particular sectors of the information and communications industry.

Specialisations

The use of specialist streams is appropriate for this qualification in accordance with the AQF, Standards for Training Packages and the packaging rules. Where a specialist stream is achieved, testamurs must show the appropriate specialisation in brackets. Refer to the Companion Volume Implementation Guide for further advice about specialisations.

Minimum elective units required for the specific specialisations are described below.

Optical Networks
At least four (4) of the eight (8) electives must be selected from the following list:
- ICTBWN301 Perform tests on optical communication system and components
- ICTBWN302 Install optical fibre splitters in fibre distribution hubs
- ICTBWN303 Install lead-in module and cable for fibre to the premises
- ICTBWN304 Work safely with live fibre to test and commission a fibre to the x installation*
- ICTBWN305 Use optical and radio frequency measuring instruments.

Wireless Networks
At least four (4) of the eight (8) electives must be selected from the following list:
- TRFN301 Install a radio communications antenna and feedline
- ICTRFN303 Install WiMAX customer premises equipment broadband wireless access equipment
- ICTRFN305 Operate and maintain radio communications technical instruments and field equipment
- ICTRFN401 Conduct radio frequency measurements
- ICTRFN406 Maintain hybrid fibre coaxial broadband cable network.

Cabling Networks
The following unit must be selected:
- ICTTEN309 Provide infrastructure for telecommunications network customer equipment.

At least three (3) of the seven (7) remaining electives must be selected from Group C Cabling.

Radio Communications
The following unit must be selected:
- ICTWOR307 Collect and analyse technical information.

At least three (3) of the seven (7) remaining electives must be selected from Group G Radio frequency networks.

Telecommunications Networking
The following unit must be selected:
- ICTWOR307 Collect and analyse technical information.

At least three (3) of the seven (7) remaining electives must be selected from Group H Telecommunications network.

*Note the following prerequisite unit requirements:

Unit in this qualification
- Prerequisite unit

CPCCCM2007B Use explosive power tools
- Pre-req: CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

CPCCDE3014A Remove non-friable asbestos
- Pre-req: CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry

ICTBWN304 Work safely with live fibre to test and commission a fibre to the x installation
- Pre-req: ICTWHS201 Follow work health and safety and environmental policies and procedures

ICTCBL236 Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Restricted Rule
- Pre-req: ICTWHS204 Follow work health and safety and environmental policy and procedures
- Pre-req: ICTTEN201 Use electrical skills in telecommunications work

ICTCBL237 Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Open Rule
- Pre-req: ICTCBL236 Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Restricted Rule

ICTCMP202 Perform restricted customer premises broadband cabling work: ACMA Restricted Rule
- Pre-req: ICTCBL236 Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Restricted Rule; OR
- Pre-req: ICTCBL201 Install customer cable support systems; and ICTCBL202 Place and secure customer cable, and ICTCBL203 Terminate metallic conductor customer cable and ICTCMP201 Organise and monitor cabling to ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards

1. Core Units

All seven (7) must be completed.

State Code	National Code	Title	Hours	Type
AWC80	ICTWHS204	Follow work health and safety and environmental policy and procedures	35	Unit of competency
AWD58	ICTTEN207	Install and test internet protocol devices in convergence networks	45	Unit of competency
AWD56	ICTTEN302	Install telecommunications network equipment	80	Unit of competency
AWE76	ICTCBL306	Locate and identify cable system faults	60	Unit of competency
AWD63	ICTTEN201	Use electrical skills in telecommunications work	35	Unit of competency
AWG35	ICTTEN202	Use hand and power tools	40	Unit of competency
AWC79	ICTWOR201	Work effectively in telecommunications technology	40	Unit of competency

2. Group A Elective Units - Workplace

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
AWC72	ICTWOR307	Collect and analyse technical information	25	Unit of competency
AUJ89	BSBSMB305	Comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for the micro business	45	Unit of competency
AWF71	BSBSUS401	Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices	40	Unit of competency
AWC75	ICTWOR304	Manage spare parts	60	Unit of competency
AWC77	ICTWOR302	Organise material supply	60	Unit of competency
AWC78	ICTWOR301	Organise resources	60	Unit of competency
AUG92	BSBSMB306	Plan a home based business	25	Unit of competency
AUX02	ICTSAS305	Provide ICT advice to clients	35	Unit of competency
AWC73	ICTWOR306	Resolve technical enquiries using multiple information systems	35	Unit of competency
AWC76	ICTWOR303	Schedule resources	40	Unit of competency
AWC74	ICTWOR305	Supervise worksite activities	40	Unit of competency
AWE50	ICTEDU301	Train customers in new technology	40	Unit of competency