Required skills

analytical skills to read and interpret drawings related to

cable coding system and identifiers

cable layouts

frame locations

outlet location

communication skills to liaise with internal and external personnel on technical and operational matters

literacy skills to interpret technical documentation such as equipment manuals and specifications

numeracy skills to

take and analyse measurements

prepare quotes

planning and organisational skills to organise and maintain equipment

problem solving skills to solve equipment and logistics problems

research skills to source labour and material supplies

task management skills to work systematically with required attention to detail and adherence to all safety requirements

technical skills to schedule and monitor work

Required knowledge

ACMA Competency Requirements for Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules

information required to operate equipment according to a test specification

knowledge of safety standards and practice to

apply precautions and required action to minimise control or eliminate hazards that may exist during work activities

select and use occupational health and safety OHS standards

specific OHS requirements relating to the activity and site conditions

work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others or damage to goods or equipment

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

manufacturers requirements for safe operation of equipment

typical issues and challenges that occur in scheduling and on site

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 ability to

plan and provide appropriately skilled labour volume and type of material to meet key dates and milestones for installations

identify labour and material sources and negotiate with contractors suppliers and other service providers to meet installation deadlines for installations

monitor work progress and adjustment of resource requirements to meet both customers needs and costing parameters in installations

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

sites and equipment where cabling installation may be conducted

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impact on installation activities

Methods of assessment

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

review of a handson project completed by the candidate

review of report prepared by the candidate detailing project scheduling and supply requirements

direct observation of the candidate scheduling and supplying a cabling installation

Guidance information for assessment

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

ICTCBLA Install terminate and certify structured cabling installation

ICTCBL3009A Install, terminate and certify structured cabling installation.

Aboriginal people and other people from a nonEnglish speaking background may have second language issues

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the oral communication skill level and language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge Questioning techniques should not require language literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency

Where applicable physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs

Key dates and milestones may include:

Relevant authorities may include:

Material supplies include:

Licensing may include:

Relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards include: