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Design infrastructure for telecommunications network installations

Design infrastructure for telecommunications network installations

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTTEN430
State Code
AWD21
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
45
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design supporting infrastructure for telecommunications network installations; for carrier grade switching, transmission and access equipment and associated media, power and monitoring equipment and alarm systems, fibre distribution hubs (FDHs), and remote power feeds.It applies to field officers, design technicians or technical supervisors from carriers, contractors or other service providers working with switching, transmission and radio networks and the various transmission paths including cable, optical fibre, radio, microwave and satellite.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.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for design of infrastructure work
  • 1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards for compliance when conducting work
  • 1.2 Notify client to arrange site access and obtain plans and specifications
  • 1.3 Conduct a site survey to verify infrastructure design requirements can be met
  • 1.4 Identify site hazards and notify appropriate personnel to make site safe
  • 1.5 Develop a design activity schedule to minimise workplace disruption and according to relevant regulation and standards
  • 1.6 Discuss material supplies, safety equipment, resources, tools and test equipment with the construction group so they are available when required for installation for safe work practice
2. Design network equipment infrastructure
  • 2.1 Prepare infrastructure designs according to electrical safety and work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements after consultation with operational staff
  • 2.2 Design metal superstructure to house equipment according to manufacturer’s specifications
  • 2.3 Design cable pathways, including cable distribution frames and support materials, according to specifications
3. Design power infrastructure
  • 3.1 Design power supply and earthing according to specifications and standard electrical practices
  • 3.2 Design battery and rectifier equipment for project according to manufacturer’s and WHS requirements
  • 3.3 Design high Ohmeric distribution (HOD) and associated power distribution systems
4. Design DC power distribution
  • 4.1 Design power distribution work to meet electrical safety requirements and certifications
  • 4.2 Monitor electrical work to ensure compliance with installation plan
  • 4.3 Identify and rectify faults where possible or escalate according to enterprise policy
5. Restore site and complete documentation
  • 5.1 Attach infrastructure labels and designations according to enterprise requirements
  • 5.2 Complete inspection sheets and declare asset ready for next stage of installation using appropriate sign off documentation
  • 5.3 Clean up and prepare site in readiness for next installation phase
  • 5.4 Notify carrier and obtain sign-off
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI922 ICTTEN4245A Design infrastructure for telecommunications network installations Unit of competency