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Conduct radio frequency measurements

Conduct radio frequency measurements

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTRFN407
State Code
OBA47
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
30/08/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
27/11/2019
Field of Education
031309 - Communications Equipment Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
27/11/2019
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and undertake testing, including measuring, recording and interpreting results within all legislative and regulatory frameworks.It applies to technicians who work in the field to install, maintain, upgrade and commission radio frequency (RF) telecommunications systems. These systems may include satellite and microwave, radio or television broadcasting, pay television, free to air television, radio frequency identification (RFID), mobile radio, cellular and worldwide interoperability for microwave access (WiMAX) networks.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan to conduct RF measurements
  • 1.1 Access site according to enterprise procedures
  • 1.2 Determine type of measurements required based on industry environment
  • 1.3 Assess impact of conducting measurements on network and advise clients and appropriate person
  • 1.4 Assess previous measurement data as required
2. Take RF measurements
  • 2.1 Check that prescribed safety arrangements associated with RF radiation are in place and take corrective action as required
  • 2.2 Monitor work activity to ensure it meets site specifications and relevant legislation, regulations, codes and standards
  • 2.3 Select industry approved test equipment
  • 2.4 Configure test equipment according to manufacturer specifications
  • 2.5 Conduct measurements according to planned requirements
  • 2.6 Assess RF levels at occupational and non-occupational distances
  • 2.7 Record all measurements and test configurations according to industry standards
3. Analyse measurement outcomes
  • 3.1 Verify measurements against relevant standards and vendor specifications
  • 3.2 Assess problems and variance for corrective action, and notify appropriate person according to enterprise procedures
  • 3.3 Record processes and recommendations according to industry standards
4. Document measurement results
  • 4.1 Complete customer documentation outlining results and recommendations
  • 4.2 Notify customer to obtain sign-off
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWG36 ICTRFN401 Conduct radio frequency measurements Unit of competency