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Commission network equipment

Commission network equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTTEN520
State Code
OCV53
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
020113 - Networks And Communications
Original Release Date
29/03/2021
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to commission network equipment by creating check plans, obtain and properly handling equipment and supplies, conduct tests, and complete administrative tasks.It applies to individuals working as field officers, technicians and technical supervisors for carriers, contractors and other telecommunications network service providers.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to commission network equipment
  • 1.1 Obtain network specifications from relevant personnel and arrange for site access in compliance with required security arrangements, legislation, codes, regulations and standards
  • 1.2 Identify existing site hazards and organise required resources
  • 1.3 Determine the type and complexity of required network equipment
  • 1.4 Establish equipment commissioning dates, change management processes and policies, and confirm with all relevant personnel and stakeholders
  • 1.5 Determine commissioning parameters according to specification, and establish planned outages
  • 1.6 Obtain test equipment and check for suitability and accuracy
  • 1.7 Produce a preliminary commissioning plan according to manufacturer instructions and company guidelines
  • 1.8 Inform affected customers of impending actions, likely timing and impact of the work
2. Organise required planned outages
  • 2.1 Negotiate outage times with relevant personnel and affected customers and minimise disruptions
  • 2.2 Develop required contingency plans and arrange for emergency communications
  • 2.3 Notify relevant personnel of planned action
  • 2.4 Obtain authority to proceed from relevant personnel and notify customers affected by the outage according to organisational procedures
3. Complete installation procedures of network equipment
  • 3.1 Install applications programmes and management data according to specifications and complete installation procedures
  • 3.2 Complete all hardware connections according to commissioning instructions
  • 3.3 Conduct all specified performance tests and confirm operation meets all prescribed parameters and specifications detailed in the original network specifications
  • 3.4 Verify and test compatibility between hardware and software
  • 3.5 Correct performance defects and notify relevant personnel of corrective action
4. Complete commissioning procedures
  • 4.1 Test system monitoring alerts and alarms in conjunction with network management and operational groups
  • 4.2 Test installed specific equipment features and operations administration maintenance system according to instructions
  • 4.3 Diagnose, repair and escalate faults detected to the required area when fault cannot be clearly diagnosed or repaired
  • 4.4 Initiate vendor-required tests, where required
5. Finish commissioning network equipment
  • 5.1 Complete administrative tasks as required by enterprise
  • 5.2 Conduct operational staff training where required
  • 5.3 Restore site to customers satisfaction
  • 5.4 Notify customer and obtain required sign-off
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWD15 ICTTEN505 Commission telecommunications network equipment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGJ4 ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology Qualification