Required skills

communication and literacy skills sufficient to

interpret information from system drawings and specifications eg cable schedules assembly and dismantling sequences interfaces and connections to other systems circuit characteristics dimensions scales and tolerances

liaise effectively with customersclients on the job

complete workplace documentation

update drawings and specifications

ability to diagnose routine equipment faults

ability to work and communicate effectively as a team member including seeking advice and assistance with nonroutine equipment malfunctions

technical skills sufficient to

use hand and power tools in a safe manner to install broadcasting equipment and facilities

use a range of installation methods eg fastening free standing rack mounting sliding hanging or suspending

move equipment in a safe manner using a range of techniques eg pulleys and hoists manual lifting

terminate cables

solder components

carry out measurements and adjustments such as amplitude and frequency response distortion noise performance phase timing bit error rate data network performance and mechanical performance

selfmanagement skills sufficient to work under pressure and to meet deadlines

numeracy skills sufficient to interpret and record test measurement data

Required knowledge

features of test measurement equipment including

waveform monitor

peak program meter PPM

reference signals eg video or audio lineup signals

performance limitations of signal paths eg cliff effect

variations of test methods eg waveform display errors meter errors

effect of the measurement equipment itself on the measured system

television standards eg PAL NTSC SECAM digital

industry knowledge including

structure of the broadcasting industry

roles and responsibilities of personnel in the broadcasting industry

impact of technological changes on maintenance procedures

correct terminology eg symbols terminology and conventions used for electrical mechanical and electronic drawings and specifications

regulatory and industry standards as listed in the range statement

product knowledge eg manufacturer standards and specifications

features and operational standards for enterprisespecific equipment and facilities

sources of advice information and technical support

issues and challenges that arise in the context of maintaining broadcasting facilities and equipment

precautions to be taken when handling staticsensitive or fragile equipment

welldeveloped understanding of the types of and interrelationship between drawings used in specifications eg isometric orthographic first and thirdangle assembly drawings circuit and wiring diagrams block and schematic diagrams

basic understanding of network operations and transmission facilities sufficient to ensure that installed equipment is correctly aligned

performance limitations of machine control

OHS requirements as they relate to maintenance operations eg protective clothing and personal safety systems safe isolation of equipment such as mechanical electricity gas air or fluids weight loading and manual handling

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential

correct interpretation of installation specifications

ability to work as a team member with minimum supervision

correct installation and connection of a range of equipment into either a television or a radio broadcast system

ability to complete scheduled work on time

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

access to a range of equipment used in broadcasting facilities

access to regulatory and industry standards

access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required

use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and thirdparty workplace reports of onthejob performance

observation of the candidate installing or upgrading broadcasting facilities or equipment

written or verbal questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

CUFBRTA Maintain broadcasting facilities and equipment

CUFBRT402A Maintain broadcasting facilities and equipment

CUFBRTA Ensure quality of broadcast output

CUFBRT403A Ensure quality of broadcast output

ICTTCC Locate and diagnose electronic faults

ICTTC101C Locate and diagnose electronic faults.

Relevant personnel may include:

Installation may involve:

System drawings and specifications may include:

Requirements and impact may include:

Equipment may include:

Performance tests to systems may include:

Tools may include:

Safe work practices include the safe handling of:

Range of cables may include:

Cable support systems may include:

Regulatory and industry standards may include:

Types of connection may include:

Types of connectors may include:

Documentation may include:

Certification may include:

Systems may include: