Qualification Outline

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Certificate III in Technical Security

Certificate III in Technical Security

Qualification
National Code:
CPP30519
State Code:
BEX5
TGA Status:
Current
DTWD Status:
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0313 - Electrical And Electronic Engineering And Technology
Original TGA Release Date
30/09/2019
Approved Date
20/05/2020
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
B
Nominal Hours
360
Duration
1 Semester
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
30/09/2019
VET Act Conditions
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 30/09/2019 Current Approved
Description

This is a qualification for experienced security technicians who sell, install, repair, service and maintain security equipment and systems that protect people and property, and prevent or minimise loss and damage.
Technicians at this level operate independently and use discretion and judgement to plan and implement client requirements for installation, repair, service and maintenance of security equipment and systems. Occupational titles may include:
access security technician
electronic security technician
security equipment installer
service technician.
Licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to advising on, supplying, installing, maintaining, monitoring, repairing and servicing security equipment in some states and territories. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.
All cabling work, including telephone, data, fire and security alarm systems cabling, that connects with the telecommunications network must be performed by a registered cabler or under the direct supervision of a registered cabler as required by the Australian Communications Media Authority (ACMA) cabling provider rules. For further information on cabling registration requirements, check with ACMA.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
Fourteen (14) units of competency
- eleven (11) core units
- three (3) elective units.

An elective unit may be selected from any Training Package, as long as it contributes to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and maintains the AQF level of this qualification.
1. Core Units

All eleven (11) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OBI95 CPPSEC3038 Commission and decommission security equipment and systems 20 Unit of competency
OBI92 CPPSEC3041 Conduct routine service of security equipment and systems 20 Unit of competency
OBI93 CPPSEC3040 Coordinate installation of security equipment and systems 30 Unit of competency
OBI94 CPPSEC3039 Diagnose faults in electronic security equipment and systems 20 Unit of competency
OBI85 CPPSEC3053 Implement measures to secure IP networked security equipment and systems 35 Unit of competency
AWG34 ICTTEN416 Install, configure and test an internet protocol network 45 Unit of competency
WG740 HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety 40 Unit of competency
OBI97 CPPSEC3036 Program and configure security equipment and systems 20 Unit of competency
AXH41 CPPCMN3006 Provide effective client service 25 Unit of competency
OBI98 CPPSEC3035 Recommend technical security requirements to meet client needs 10 Unit of competency
OBI96 CPPSEC3037 Test installed security equipment and systems 20 Unit of competency
2. Elective Units

Three (3) electives must be completed, with at least two (2) selected from the list below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OBI88 CPPSEC3045 Assess security equipment and systems to specify required modifications 20 Unit of competency
OBI89 CPPSEC3044 Conduct routine service of electronic locks and locking systems 20 Unit of competency
AUI54 BSBFLM312 Contribute to team effectiveness 30 Unit of competency
OBI87 CPPSEC3046 Develop security system configurations and specifications for client sites 30 Unit of competency
OBI99 CPPSEC3025 Diagnose faults in advanced technology security equipment and systems 25 Unit of competency
OBI91 CPPSEC3042 Diagnose faults in video surveillance systems and equipment 30 Unit of competency
OBI90 CPPSEC3043 Establish and test electronic monitoring parameters for security equipment and systems 10 Unit of competency
OAP47 CPPSEC3106 Gather, organise and present security information and documentation 8 Unit of competency
OBJ00 CPPSEC3024 Install advanced technology security equipment and systems 70 Unit of competency
OBI86 CPPSEC3047 Provide estimate and quote on security system installations 20 Unit of competency
AUI34 BSBFLM306 Provide workplace information and resourcing plans 40 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D218 CPP30507 Certificate III in Technical Security Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

CPP20307 Certificate II in Technical Security, or
CPP20319 Certificate II in Technical Security

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
(TR07810) TECHNICAL SECURITY (LEVEL 3) Traineeship

Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.