Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Carrier specification may include:
cable
connectors
cost per cable length installed per outlet
equipment types:
bandwidth managers
digital subscriber line (DSL):
asymmetrical DSL (ADSL)
digital broadcasting
computer telephony integration (CTI) technologies
modems
network equipment
private automatic branch exchange (PABX)
radio frequency (RF) equipment
single line telephones
telephone systems
radio systems
optical systems, including FTTx
video and data
existing builders or electrical contractors schedule
frames
requirements for:
equipment
labour
materials
other resources
scope of works
support system
wireless networks:
cellular
microwave
radio
satellite
timeframes.
Contingencies may include:
need for integration with existing building works schedules where available
requirements for installation method or of any proprietary system being installed
relevant constraints.
Relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards may include:
AS Communications Cabling Manual (CCM) Volume 1
AS/NZS 3000:2007
AS/NZS 3080:2003
AS/NZS 3084:2003
AS/NZS 3085.1:2004
AS/NZS IEC 61935.1:2006
AS/NZS IEC 61935.2:2006
AS/NZS ISO/IEC 14763.3:2007
AS/NZS ISO/IEC 15018:2005
AS/NZS ISO/IEC 24702:2007
Australian building codes and regulations
Australian Communications Industry Forum (ACIF) standards and codes
cabling security codes and regulations
compliance with appropriate Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) technical standard requirements for underground, aerial, Category 5, 6, 6A, 7 or 7A and unshielded twisted pairs (UTP)
Environment Protection Acts
fire regulations
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
mining legislation
noise abatement and heritage legislation
relevant international standards
technical standards AS/ACIF S008:2006 and AS/ACIF S009:2006
Telecommunications Act and code of practice
Trade Practices Act
WHS Acts and relevant codes and standards.
Changes and variations may include:
availability
delivery
disputes
insurance
maintenance
network/system security implications
preparation of manuals
restricted site access
testing requirements
time penalties.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:

prepare detailed estimates, and updated schematic drawings and specifications, including material and labour costs for telecommunications installations
negotiate with contractors on material availability and pricing for carrier network installations
complete detailed quotes for installations that allow for changes and variations
prepare and confirm quote with carrier.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:

relevant databases, licensing requirements and other site-related documentation
sites on which estimates and quotes may be conducted.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

review of a hands-on project completed by the candidate
review of written estimates and quotes with completed documentation
oral or written questioning on the estimate and quote process.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

ICTCBL2017B Alter services to existing cable system.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non-English speaking background may have second language issues.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the oral communication skill level, and language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.