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Data Communications - Premises Cabling for NBN Rollout Skill Set
Data Communications - Premises Cabling for NBN Rollout Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
UEESS00140
UEESS00140
State Code
AE245
AE245
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
05/10/2020
Current Release Date
05/10/2020
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
12/07/2021
Nominal Hours
144
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 05/10/2020 | Current | Approved |
Description
This Skill Set covers the installation and modification of high-performance data communication cabling in buildings and premises and intended for connecting a telecommunications network.The Skill Set encompasses working safely and to industry standards and specifications, installing multiple data lines and backbones using structured twisted pair cabling and optical fibre cabling, terminating at distributors, termination modules and in socket outlets, testing and compliance checks, preparing and filling trenches, placing conduits and ducts, drawing cables, installing catenary cable, fixing communication cables, terminating at distributors, splices and on socket outlets, testing and compliance checks and completing necessary documentation.
Pathway Information
The units of competency in this Skill Set will contribute to the completion of relevant Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma qualifications from the UEE Electrotechnology Training Package. Entry RequirementsIt is essential that persons undertaking this skill set must already hold the following:Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) 'Open' Cabling Registration.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Target Group
This Skill Set is intended for persons who are required to undertake premises cabling for NBN rollout.Note:This Skill Set meets the ACMA industry recognised endorsements for optical fibre, structured cable, underground cabling and overhead cabling.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
This Skill Set from the UEE Electrotechnology Training Package meets the industry requirements for premises cabling for NBN rollout.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBY31 | UEEDV0002 | Install aerial telecommunication cables | 36 | Unit of competency |
| OBZ49 | UEEDV0006 | Install and modify optical fibre performance data communication cabling | 36 | Unit of competency |
| OCA25 | UEEDV0007 | Install underground communication cables | 36 | Unit of competency |
| OCA87 | UEEDV0008 | Install, modify and verify coaxial and structured communication copper cabling | 36 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC212 | UEESS00116 | Data Communications - Premises Cabling for NBN Rollout | Skill set |