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Data Communications - Install Below Ground Communication Cables Skill Set

Data Communications - Install Below Ground Communication Cables Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
UEESS00137
State Code
AE262
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
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
288
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 05/10/2020 Current Approved
Description
This Skill Set is for persons who are required to install below ground communication cables.
Detailed Skill Set Requirements
The following units of competency must be attained.
UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
UEECD0019 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
UEECD0020 Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
UEECD0051 Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
UEEDV0005 Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services
UEEDV0007 Install underground communication cables
AND
UEECD0043 Solve problems in direct current circuits
OR
UEECD0044 Solve problems in multiple path circuits
UEECD0046 Solve problems in single path circuits
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.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Target Group
This Skill Set is available to persons wishing to undertake work in telecommunication cabling requiring Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) ‘Open’ Cabling Provider Registration with underground endorsement.Note:This Skill Set meets the minimum ACMA ‘prescribed level of knowledge and skill that safeguards matters of health, safety, network integrity and addresses matters of interoperability where customer equipment and standard telephone service are involved’ for ACMA ‘Open’ Cabling Provider Registration with underground endorsement.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
This Skill Set from the UEE Electrotechnology Training Package meets the industry requirements for installing below ground communication cables.
General notes
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AC195 UEESS00053 Data Communications - Install Below Ground Communication Cables Skill set