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Perform tests on optical communication system and components

Perform tests on optical communication system and components

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTBWN301
State Code
AWF03
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/01/2016
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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
35
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to test optical communication systems and components in the field using portable test instruments It applies to individuals who are installation contractors, technical staff and field officers from telecommunications service providers or other private and public organisations or regulatory authorities. They combine technical skills with organisational and administrative skills when working on broadband passive optical networks (PON), fibre to the x (FTTx) networks, hybrid fibre coaxial (HFC) networks and dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) systems during installation, maintenance, commissioning and troubleshooting phases.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to use optical measuring instruments
  • 1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards and prepare for given work
  • 1.2 Notify client for site access, security arrangements and location details of optical system and test purpose
  • 1.3 Identify site hazards and notify appropriate personnel to make site safe
  • 1.4 Devise and implement risk control and safety measures when using high power laser test instruments and optical time-domain reflectometer (OTDR) associated with
  • launch fibres, patch cords or enclosure adaptors
  • 1.5 Prepare testing plan indicating type of measurement at nominated wavelength, based on equipment specifications and in
  • consultation with client
  • 1.6 Select appropriate tools and test instruments according to required measurement and enterprise practice
2. Conduct optical measurements
  • 2.1 Set up test instrument according to manufacturer’s instructions, and according to work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements
  • 2.2 Perform measurement using knowledge of appropriate testing techniques in safe manner to assess performance of optical system or component
  • 2.3 Record test results and compare with standard test specifications from manufacturer and enterprise guidelines
  • 2.4 Evaluate test results and report on functionality of optical component or equipment and performance of optical system
3. Document measurement results
  • 3.1 Document test results for future reference and make recommendations on optimising component and system performance
  • 3.2 Clean work site and make safe according to enterprise requirements and to client satisfaction
  • 3.3 Notify appropriate personnel of job completion for sign off and present test documentation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI864 ICTBWN3082B Perform tests on optical communication system and components Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBB15 ICTBWN309 Perform tests on optical communication system and components Unit of competency