Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Telecommunications Engineering Technology
Certificate IV in Telecommunications Engineering Technology
ICT41215
AZI5
Deleted
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 30/01/2019 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 1.00 | 14/01/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of an advanced technician (technical officer), team leader or supervisor with a wide range of telecommunications skills who can install and maintain:
enterprise networks in emerging and converging technologies
optical and wireless equipment for high speed broadband network infrastructure
internet protocol (IP) based network telecommunications equipment
IP based networks in home networks and small and medium enterprises
telecommunications, data cabling and cabling products in line with the specifications of the access network owner
telecommunications access network cabling and infrastructure, systems and customer equipment
The qualifications also enables technicians to assess installation requirements of converging voice, video and data IP networks, plan and perform installations and test installed equipment and fault find. It may also involve a degree of autonomy and may include limited supervision of others.
The following specialisations can be achieved through selection of specific units of competency:
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 = sixteen (16)- eight (8) core units plus
- eight (8) electives units
The elective units consist of:
- two (2) elective units selected from Group A
- up to six (6) elective units selected from Groups B, C and D, with no more than three (3) at AQF Level 3 or below
- up to two (2) units selected from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at AQF Level 4 or above.
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.
Network Engineering
Select six (6) electives from Groups B and C only.
Optical Networks
Select the following three (3) electives:
ICTOPN401 Install and test a dense wavelength division multiplexing system
ICTOPN402 Use advanced optical test equipment
ICTOPN403 Prepare activity plans and specifications for a fibre to the x installation.
The remaining three (3) units must be selected from Groups B and C only.
Radio Communications
Select the following four (4) electives:
ICTRFN301 Install a radio communications antenna and feedline
ICTRFN304 Construct and test a radio communications device
ICTRFN401 Conduct radio frequency measurements
ICTRFN402 Select antenna system for radio communications.
The remaining two (2) units must be selected from Groups B and D only.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUU32 | ICTICT408 | Create technical documentation | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWC80 | ICTWHS204 | Follow work health and safety and environmental policy and procedures | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AWD39 | ICTTEN410 | Locate, diagnose and rectify faults | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWE11 | ICTPMG403 | Manage the delivery of network infrastructure | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWD35 | ICTTEN414 | Repair telecommunication system faults | 40 | 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
Two (2) units must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full list of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUH55 | BSBCUS402 | Address customer needs | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUU30 | ICTICT401 | Determine and confirm client business requirements | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AUL08 | BSBSMB401 | Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWD47 | ICTTEN402 | Estimate and quote for customer telecommunications equipment installation | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUK88 | BSBSMB407 | Manage a small team | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUH72 | BSBSMB405 | Monitor and manage small business operations | 50 | 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 |
| AWE63 | ICTCBL403 | Supervise cabling project | 100 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units - General
Up to six (6) units may be completed from Groups B, C and D, with no more than three (3) at AQF Level 3 or below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full list of available options.
4. Group C Elective Units Network Engineering
Up to six (6) units may be completed from Groups B, C and D, with no more than three (3) at AQF Level 3 or below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full list of available options.
5. Group D Elective Units - Radio Communications
Up to six (6) units may be completed from Groups B, C and D, with no more than three (3) at AQF Level 3 or below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full list of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W806 | ICT40110 | Certificate IV in Optical Networks | Qualification |
| W809 | ICT40410 | Certificate IV in Radio Frequency Networks | Qualification |
| W807 | ICT40210 | Certificate IV in Telecommunications Network Engineering | Qualification |
| J820 | ICT40613 | Certificate IV in Telecommunications Networks Technology | Qualification |
| J819 | ICT40313 | Certificate IV in Telecommunications Radio Communications | Qualification |
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