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Technician Hybrid Fibre Coaxial Skill Set

Technician Hybrid Fibre Coaxial Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
ICTSS00096
State Code
AD985
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
30/08/2019
Current Release Date
30/08/2019
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
27/11/2019
Nominal Hours
185
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 30/08/2019 Current Approved
Description
This skill set reflects the role of operators in performing underground and aerial equipment and system installations from the tap to the optical node. This role works on access network to enable efficient interconnection to the NBN broadband services. This includes connection and termination of HFC cabling, diagnosing and rectifying HFC system faults.
Pathway Information
This skill set provides credit towards the ICT30419 Certificate III in Telecommunications Network Build and Operation.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the ICT Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for details of licensing, legislative or certification requirements.
Target Group
This skill set is for entry level telecommunications workers.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units of competency meet industry requirements for tap to the optical node work on Hybrid Fibre Coaxial access network to enable efficient access and interconnection to the NBN broadband services.
General notes
No information