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Commission satellite and microwave communication systems

Commission satellite and microwave communication systems

Unit of competency
National Code
UEEEC0009
State Code
OCA77
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/07/2021
Field of Education
031309 - Communications Equipment Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
12/07/2021
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to set up and adjust satellite and microwave communication systems.It includes setting up and adjusting of satellite and microwave communication systems for optimum performance. It also includes working safely, signal testing and analysis, adjusting equipment, following procedures and completing documentation.Permits may be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to set up satellite and microwave system measuring instruments
  • 1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified and applied
  • 1.2 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed in preparation for communication system work
  • 1.3 Safety hazards that have not previously been identified are noted on job safety assessments, risk assessed and risk control measures implemented
  • 1.4 Appropriate person/s is consulted to ensure work is coordinated effectively with others involved on the worksite
  • 1.5 Measurement parameters are identified by reviewing transmission/reception requirements and equipment manufacturer instructions
  • 1.6 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed for the communication system work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
  • 1.7 Preparatory work is checked to ensure no unnecessary damage has occurred and complies with job requirements
  • 1.8 Need to inspect, test and measure live work is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and conducted within workplace safety procedures
  • 1.9 Circuits are checked and isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
2 Set up satellite and microwave communication system measuring instruments
  • 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out satellite and microwave communication work are followed
  • 2.2 Testing/measuring instruments and devices are connected and set up in accordance with requirements for satellite and microwave communication system
  • 2.3 Measuring instruments are set up and adjusted in accordance with transmission/reception requirements and equipment manufacturer instructions
  • 2.4 Adjustments are made to provide optimum transmission/reception performance within regulatory requirements
  • 2.5 Decisions for dealing with unplanned situations are made from discussions with appropriate person/s and job specifications and requirements
  • 2.6 Unplanned situations are responded to in accordance with workplace procedures in a manner that minimises risk to personnel and equipment
  • 2.7 Setting-up satellite and microwave communication system is carried out efficiently without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy principles
3 Complete and report set-up activities
  • 3.1 WHS/OHS risk control work completion measures and workplace procedures are followed
  • 3.2 Worksite is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Adjustment settings are documented and appropriate person/s notified in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC611 UEENEEH186A Commission satellite and microwave communication systems Unit of competency