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Perform acceptance and commissioning tests on optical networks

Perform acceptance and commissioning tests on optical networks

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTOPN508
State Code
OCV97
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/03/2021
Field of Education
031307 - Communications Technologies
Original Release Date
29/03/2021
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct acceptance tests and commissioning tests on optical networks, including optical portion of broadband hybrid fibre coaxial (HFC) networks, fibre to the x (FTTx) passive optical networks (PONs) and metropolitan and long-haul dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) networks.It applies to individuals who work as members of a team and use high-level communication and technical skills to provide services in Next Generation Networks (NGN) using emerging technologies.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to conduct acceptance and commissioning tests
  • 1.1 Obtain installation and commissioning specifications from relevant personnel, and confirm that installed optical network is accessible and available
  • 1.2 Conduct visual inspection of installation and confirm that system complies with required legislation, codes, regulations and standards, and accepted industry practice
  • 1.3 Obtain required test equipment for acceptance and commissioning tests
  • 1.4 Prepare acceptance schedule and test criteria in consultation with relevant personnel
2. Conduct acceptance and commissioning tests
  • 2.1 Conduct and evaluate performance tests and ensure measurements meet with predetermined specifications and approved operating margins
  • 2.2 Confirm whether performance levels are within tolerance specifications set in manufacturer’s instructions
  • 2.3 Test protection mechanisms to ensure performance criteria meets specified standard
  • 2.4 Test alarms for satisfactory operation and refer identified problems to relevant personnel
  • 2.5 Record all test procedures and results
3. Complete administrative tasks
  • 3.1 Complete acceptance documentation and recommendations
  • 3.2 Notify relevant personnel and obtain sign-off
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWE23 ICTOPN502 Perform acceptance and commissioning tests on optical network Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGJ4 ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology Qualification
AE447 ICTSS00111 Optical Networking Skill Set Skill set