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Test and repair cellular network equipment

Test and repair cellular network equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTRFN403
State Code
AWD92
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
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
55
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse cell performance and perform diagnostic tests and repairs on sub-elements and subsystems within cellular networks.It applies to individuals working as field officers and technicians who may be responsible under supervision for small projects or parts of larger projects and for the coordination of projects in sites remote from the organisational headquarters. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to test cellular network equipment
  • 1.1 Produce alarm list from cellular network subsystem that shows faults or disturbances
  • 1.2 Reset sub-element according to manufacturer’s specifications
  • 1.3 Clear or block alarms and adjust alarm thresholds according to manufacturer’s specifications
2. Test cellular network sub-element equipment
  • 2.1 Test parameters influencing cell performance and record performance for a range of field settings
  • 2.2 Test, record and report sub-element performance according to manufacturer’s specifications
  • 2.3 Run diagnostic test on sub-element
  • 2.4 Swap working or executing sub-element with spare or idle unit to allow software upgrades
  • 2.5 Swap working or executing sub-element with spare or idle sub-element to allow replacement of hardware
3. Rectify faults in cellular network equipment subsystems
  • 3.1 Locate faulty sub-element within subsystem and identify fault
  • 3.2 Identify faulty parts or equipment and replace or repair according to service agreement
  • 3.3 Record fault details and rectification summary
  • 3.4 Hand over and sign off with client
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3405 ICTRFN4159A Test and repair cellular network equipment Unit of competency