Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Telecommunications Engineering
Diploma of Telecommunications Engineering
ICT51015
AZI0
Replaced
Transition (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 technical specialist, with high level skills and knowledge in telecommunications and information technology (IT) networks using internet protocol (IP) systems.
An individual in this role can install, test and commission voice and data communications networks in medium to large enterprises using next generation networks technologies. They canprovide specialist technical support in monitoring and administering the installation and upgrade of large telecommunications and IT networks including local area networks (LAN) and wide area networks (WAN), IP based protocol systems, voice over internet protocol (VoIP) and unified communications networks, secured networks, cellular mobile networks, microwave systems, wireless and wired line networks, databases, routers, switches and servers.
The following specialisations can be achieved through selection of specific units of competency:
Management
Network Engineering
Optical Networks
Radio Communications.
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 licensing, legislative or certification requirements.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twelve (12)- five (5) core units plus
- seven (7) electives units
The electives consist of:
- up to seven (7) units selected from the electives listed below
- up to two (2) may be selected from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at AQF Level 5 or above.
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.
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.
Management
Select the following five (5) units:
- ICTNPL401 Apply business acumen to network planning
- ICTNPL409 Apply knowledge of regulation and legislation for the telecommunications industry
- ICTNPL503 Apply service measures and demand forecasting to products and services planning
- ICTPMG610 Develop a project management plan
- BSBFIM501 Manage budgets and financial plans.
The remaining two (2) electives must be selected from Groups A, D and F only.
Network Engineering
Select the following four (4) units:
- BSBPMG522 Undertake project work
- ICTTEN502 Design a telecommunications project
- ICTTEN513 Install, configure and test a local area network switch
- ICTTEN514 Install, configure and test a server.
The remaining three (3) electives must be selected from Groups A, B, C, D, E, and G only.
Optical Network
Select the following 5 units:
ICTOPN501 Plan and configure dense wavelength division multiplexing systems
ICTOPN502 Perform acceptance and commissioning tests on optical network
ICTOPN503 Plan for an optical system upgrade and cut over
ICTOPN504 Test and commission a dense wavelength division multiplexing transmission system
ICTOPN506 Analyse and integrate specialised optical devices in the network.
The remaining two (2) electives must be selected from Groups A, B and E only.
Radio Communications
Select the following five (5) units:
- ICTRFN502 Test and measure cellular phone and network equipment performance
- ICTRFN503 Evaluate and analyse radio frequency signal coverage plots
- ICTRFN602 Produce and evaluate architecture designs for WiMAX networks
- ICTTEN502 Design a telecommunications project
- ICTTEN517 Plan a wireless mesh network.
The remaining two (2) electives must be selected from Groups A, B and C only.
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUI86 | BSBSUS501 | Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUM01 | BSBWHS501 | Ensure a safe workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWE09 | ICTPMG503 | Prepare a project brief | 120 | Unit of competency |
| AWE08 | ICTPMG504 | Prepare project specifications | 120 | Unit of competency |
| AWD04 | ICTTEN516 | Produce technical solutions from business specifications | 45 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units - General Administration
Up to seven (7) units may be completed from the Elective Groups listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full list of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWD18 | ICTTEN502 | Design a telecommunications project | 120 | Unit of competency |
| AWE49 | ICTEDU501 | Develop and deliver training associated with new and modified products | 120 | Unit of competency |
| AWE01 | ICTPRO501 | Develop training, marketing and sales resources for telecommunications products | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUU74 | ICTICT508 | Evaluate vendor products and equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWD75 | ICTSUS501 | Implement server virtualisation for a sustainable ICT system | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AUI91 | BSBPMG522 | Undertake project work | 45 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units - General ICT
Up to seven (7) units may be completed from the Elective Groups listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full list of available options.
4. Group C Elective Units - Radio Communications
Up to seven (7) units may be completed from the Elective Groups listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full list of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWD86 | ICTRFN503 | Evaluate and analyse radio frequency signal coverage plots | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWD85 | ICTRFN601 | Monitor the capacity of and recommend changes to the cellular mobile network | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWD84 | ICTRFN602 | Produce and evaluate architecture designs for WiMAX networks | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWD87 | ICTRFN502 | Test and measure cellular phone and network equipment performance | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWD88 | ICTRFN501 | Test cellular handset enhancements and international roaming agreements | 50 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D Elective Units - Network Engineering and Management
Up to seven (7) units may be completed from the Elective Groups listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full list of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWE34 | ICTNPL503 | Apply service measures and demand forecasting to products and services planning | 45 | Unit of competency |
6. Group E Elective Units - Optical and Network Engineering
Up to seven (7) units may be completed from the Elective Groups listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full list of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWE19 | ICTOPN506 | Analyse and integrate specialised optical devices in the network | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWE23 | ICTOPN502 | Perform acceptance and commissioning tests on optical network | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AWE24 | ICTOPN501 | Plan and configure dense wavelength division multiplexing systems | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AWE22 | ICTOPN503 | Plan for an optical system upgrade and cut over | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AWE21 | ICTOPN504 | Test and commission a dense wavelength division multiplexing transmission system | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWE20 | ICTOPN505 | Test the performance of specialised optical devices | 45 | Unit of competency |
7. Group F Elective Units - Management
Up to seven (7) units may be completed from the Elective Groups listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full list of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWE47 | ICTNPL401 | Apply business acumen to network planning | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AWE39 | ICTNPL409 | Apply knowledge of regulation and legislation for the telecommunications industry | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWE07 | ICTPMG610 | Develop a project management plan | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AUM32 | BSBDES502 | Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief | 65 | Unit of competency |
| AUK32 | BSBDES501 | Implement design solutions | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUH01 | BSBFIM501 | Manage budgets and financial plans | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUH06 | BSBDES601 | Manage design realisation | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUL11 | BSBPMG521 | Manage project integration | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUL12 | BSBWHS504 | Manage WHS risks | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUI31 | BSBDES602 | Research global design trends | 30 | Unit of competency |
8. Group G Elective Units - Network engineering
Up to seven (7) units may be completed from the Elective Groups listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full list of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWE35 | ICTNPL502 | Develop planning strategies for access network design | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AWE33 | ICTNPL504 | Develop planning strategies for building environment design | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AWE36 | ICTNPL501 | Develop planning strategies for core network design | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AWD07 | ICTTEN513 | Install, configure and test a local area network switch | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AWD06 | ICTTEN514 | Install, configure and test a server | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AWD19 | ICTTEN501 | Provide consultancy and technical support in the customer premises equipment sector | 120 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W812 | ICT50110 | Diploma of Optical Networks | Qualification |
| W815 | ICT50410 | Diploma of Radio Frequency Networks | Qualification |
| W814 | ICT50310 | Diploma of Telecommunications Management | Qualification |
| W813 | ICT50210 | Diploma of Telecommunications Network Engineering | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGJ4 | ICT50220 | Diploma of Information Technology | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Entry to this qualification is limited to those individuals who:
Have completed a Certificate IV or Diploma from the ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package.
or
Have completed a Certificate III in Telecommunications with at least one year full time equivalent and relevant telecommunications practical experience.
or
Have completed a Certificate III or a Certificate IV qualification in related technical fields of study with at least one year full time equivalent and relevant telecommunications practical experience.
or
Have completed a minimum of three years equivalent full-time experience in the telecommunications industry with particular technical experience in; installation of cabling; diagnosis and rectification of telecommunications system faults; and the delivery and operation of network infrastructure, for core and access networks in accordance with industry regulations and legislative requirements.
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