Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Telecommunications Planning and Design
Diploma of Telecommunications Planning and Design
ICT51115
AZI4
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 a range of telecommunications skills and extensive knowledge of the core and access network capabilities of the service provider. An individual in this role can:
plan the development of the customer access network infrastructure
plan the development of the core network for the service provider and asset owner
plan network capacity for new technology in products and services
analyse demand data and evaluate network growth and impact on the network.
This qualification prepares individuals to work in the telecommunications industry in planning and designing additions and implementations to accommodate network growth and new technologies. This is required for the national broadband infrastructure network planning.
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)- six (6) Core units plus
- six (6) Electives units
The elective units consist of:
Six (6) units selected from any of the elective groups listed below.
A maximum of two (2) elective units may be substituted with two units of competency from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at AQF Level 5 or 6.
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.
1. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWE34 | ICTNPL503 | Apply service measures and demand forecasting to products and services planning | 45 | Unit of competency |
| 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 |
| AUI86 | BSBSUS501 | Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUL11 | BSBPMG521 | Manage project integration | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Six (6) units may be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full list of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J822 | ICT50513 | Diploma of Telecommunications Planning and Design | 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 in Telecommunications Network Design or its equivalent.
or
Have completed a minimum of three years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience in the telecommunications industry with experience in provisioning, evaluation, planning, design, costing and deployment of core networks and access networks.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships