List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
Elements | Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare to test cellular phone and network equipment | 1.1 Obtain and follow relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards 1.2 Scope work by obtaining work details from appropriate personnel and arrange for site access to comply with security arrangements 1.3 Evaluate manufacturer’s technical documentation and network procedures to plan test schedule for cellular network 1.4 Verify calibration of test equipment to ensure that tested cellular equipment is compliant 1.5 Prepare cellular equipment for testing according to manufacturer’s test procedure 1.6 Notify operational staff of test and measurement schedule to ensure minimal impact on cellular network |
2. Test and measure cellular phone and network equipment | 2.1 Work safely following work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements for given work, identifying hazards and using personal protective equipment 2.2 Configure network equipment for testing and set options to record test results 2.3 Block or mask alarms that may be triggered and interfere with test program 2.4 Run performance measurement software with options set and record test results 2.5 Re-establish alarms and normal operational status at conclusion of tests, and notify appropriate personnel of completion of test schedule |
3. Analyse measurement and prepare evaluation report | 3.1 Analyse results of performance tests and measurements and determine performance level of cellular equipment and compatibility with network 3.2 Prepare evaluation report, making recommendations on network modifications or changes to configurations settings for improved quality of service 3.3 Present test results and evaluation report to appropriate personnel according to enterprise policy |
Evidence of the ability to:
plan and coordinate test activities and equipment
test cellular phone and network equipment according to test procedure
analyse test results
report and make recommendations on performance.
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 cellular test equipment, including the digital cellular test set, spectrum analyser and radio frequency (RF) power meter
explain network components, their functions and approved specifications
provide detailed information about transmission lines, transmitter and receiver architecture and associated cellular network
provide detailed information about cellular antenna and feedlines, and their impact on mobile spectrum interference
explain testing network components
outline the types of adjustments that need to be made when measuring cellular transmission
summarise the types of networks that will influence the transmission on the radio path and/or the transmission line.
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:
sites on which cellular network testing may be conducted
test equipment currently used in industry
manufacturer’s and enterprise technical documentation
relevant regulations and standards.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.