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ICTRFN501
Test cellular handset enhancements and international roaming agreements

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct and analyse the results of testing a subscriber’s cellular phone service in a public land mobile network (PLMN) overseas and make recommendations accordingly.

It applies to individuals who work as technical officers and supervisors. They are proficient in the use of specialised testing equipment, are effective communicators and operate with a high degree of autonomy.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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Elements

Performance Criteria

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Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare to conduct roaming tests

1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards for compliance when conducting work

1.2 Identify need for tests from service provider mobile network deployment taskforce

1.3 Develop enterprise test procedure according to roaming arrangements and manufacturer test regime

1.4 Arrange access to location where tests are to be conducted according to required procedure

1.5 Select resources needed to conduct tests, complying with roaming arrangements

1.6 Confirm details of international roaming partners and agreements with partner mobile operators

1.7 Advise network operations centre of test details and test schedule

2. Conduct tests and analyse test results

2.1 Conduct tests according to enterprise test procedure

2.2 Analyse recorded test results for roaming compliance and functionality of subscriber identity module (SIM) card and phone enhancements

3. Document results

3.1 Document details of roaming tests, SIM card validity and functionality of phone enhancements, and make recommendations to appropriate person

3.2 Report non-compliance to appropriate person for investigation with international roaming partners and mobile phone manufacturer

Evidence of the ability to:

collect and collate relevant information in preparation for roaming tests

conduct tests on international roaming capability and functionality of handset enhancements

analyse results of testing

make recommendations based on test results.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

summarise the features and operating requirements of specialised roaming test equipment

outline information required to operate equipment according to a test specification

explain legislation, codes of practice and other formal agreements that impact on the work activity

outline manufacturer’s requirements for safe operation of equipment

summarise mobile phone network standards and specifications

explain specific work health and safety (WHS) requirements relating to the activity and site conditions

describe the testing and analysis process and procedures for cellular handsets.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances should be typical of those experienced in the telecommunications – radio frequency networks field of work and include access to:

a site where tests on handsets and international roaming agreements may be conducted

testing equipment currently used in industry

equipment, system manuals, specifications and relevant enterprise policy and documentation.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Submission Requirements

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Elements

Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare to conduct roaming tests

1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards for compliance when conducting work

1.2 Identify need for tests from service provider mobile network deployment taskforce

1.3 Develop enterprise test procedure according to roaming arrangements and manufacturer test regime

1.4 Arrange access to location where tests are to be conducted according to required procedure

1.5 Select resources needed to conduct tests, complying with roaming arrangements

1.6 Confirm details of international roaming partners and agreements with partner mobile operators

1.7 Advise network operations centre of test details and test schedule

2. Conduct tests and analyse test results

2.1 Conduct tests according to enterprise test procedure

2.2 Analyse recorded test results for roaming compliance and functionality of subscriber identity module (SIM) card and phone enhancements

3. Document results

3.1 Document details of roaming tests, SIM card validity and functionality of phone enhancements, and make recommendations to appropriate person

3.2 Report non-compliance to appropriate person for investigation with international roaming partners and mobile phone manufacturer

Evidence of the ability to:

collect and collate relevant information in preparation for roaming tests

conduct tests on international roaming capability and functionality of handset enhancements

analyse results of testing

make recommendations based on test results.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

summarise the features and operating requirements of specialised roaming test equipment

outline information required to operate equipment according to a test specification

explain legislation, codes of practice and other formal agreements that impact on the work activity

outline manufacturer’s requirements for safe operation of equipment

summarise mobile phone network standards and specifications

explain specific work health and safety (WHS) requirements relating to the activity and site conditions

describe the testing and analysis process and procedures for cellular handsets.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances should be typical of those experienced in the telecommunications – radio frequency networks field of work and include access to:

a site where tests on handsets and international roaming agreements may be conducted

testing equipment currently used in industry

equipment, system manuals, specifications and relevant enterprise policy and documentation.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards for compliance when conducting work 
Identify need for tests from service provider mobile network deployment taskforce 
Develop enterprise test procedure according to roaming arrangements and manufacturer test regime 
Arrange access to location where tests are to be conducted according to required procedure 
Select resources needed to conduct tests, complying with roaming arrangements 
Confirm details of international roaming partners and agreements with partner mobile operators 
Advise network operations centre of test details and test schedule 
Conduct tests according to enterprise test procedure 
Analyse recorded test results for roaming compliance and functionality of subscriber identity module (SIM) card and phone enhancements 
Document details of roaming tests, SIM card validity and functionality of phone enhancements, and make recommendations to appropriate person 
Report non-compliance to appropriate person for investigation with international roaming partners and mobile phone manufacturer 

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