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Install a complex digital reception system

Install a complex digital reception system

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTDRE303
State Code
AWE55
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
30/08/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/07/2016
Field of Education
031309 - Communications Equipment Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
05/07/2016
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design, install, test and commission a complex digital reception broadband service system.It applies to individuals who work on complex radio frequency (RF) and digital distribution systems, such as master antenna television (MATV) and satellite master antenna television (SMATV), in commercial or multi-dwelling unit (MDU) environments.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan installation of a complex digital reception system
  • 1.1 Notify customer to arrange access to site and identify customer equipment
  • 1.2 Select type of complex digital systems and consequent constraints on installation according to customer specifications
  • 1.3 Complete a job safety analysis (JSA) identifying work health and safety (WHS) issues
  • 1.4 Prepare for installation according to relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards
  • 1.5 Verify design requirements are suitable for site application and required system performance
2. Assemble complex digital reception system
  • 2.1 Select and obtain materials, tools and equipment for installation
  • 2.2 Select suitable headend location and cable access
  • 2.3 Build headend according to design requirements and manufacturer’s specifications
  • 2.4 Configure headend and distribution devices to operate according to design and manufacturer’s specifications
  • 2.5 Run cables along identified routes
  • 2.6 Terminate cables according to both design and manufacturer’s specifications
3. Test and commission system
  • 3.1 Conduct performance test operation of headend and distribution devices
  • 3.2 Activate system and conduct signal measurement using test equipment
  • 3.3 Record and analyse initial test results for quality of service according to design specifications
  • 3.4 Rectify identified faults and adjust system to optimal operation
  • 3.5 Conduct final signal measurement using test equipment to optimise performance
  • 3.6 Update design plans to ‘as built’ status
4. Complete administrative tasks
  • 4.1 Record final commissioning test results and settings in line with client requirements
  • 4.2 Complete appropriate records and test results, and store according to policy
  • 4.3 Complete all financial and other documentation
  • 4.4 Hand over to customer and obtain sign off
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3342 ICTDRE3165A Install a complex digital reception system Unit of competency