Certificate III in Broadband and Wireless Networks Technology

This qualification reflects the role of a tradesperson with a range of telecommunications skills who can:

install and maintain access network cabling and equipment for high speed broadband as part of the national network

install and maintain optical and wireless equipment for high speed internet broadband network infrastructure

install and maintain telecommunications, data cabling and cabling products on customer premises according to requirements of the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) and relevant industry registration bodies, and in line with the specifications of the access network owner

install voice and data telecommunications equipment

install and maintain telecommunications access network cabling and infrastructure, systems and simple customer premises equipment.

This role includes assessing installation requirements, planning and performing installations, testing installed equipment and fault-finding. It involves a degree of autonomy and may include limited supervision of others.

This qualification also introduces the skills required for the broadband deployment using fibre optic devices.

Job Roles

Job roles and titles vary across different sectors of the industry. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:

broadband installer

optical broadband installer

wireless broadband network installer

broadband network infrastructure installer

access network cabling installer

installer of telecommunications aerial cable access network

installer of telecommunications underground cable access network.

The following unit within this qualification has a prerequisite. This is detailed as follows:

Code and title

Prerequisite unit required

ICTCBL2137B Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Open Rule

ICTCBL2136B Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Restricted Rule


Subjects

Total number of units = 15

6 core units, plus

1 elective unit from Group A workplace units, plus

8 elective units from Group B general units

Elective units must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level. A minimum of five of these electives must be taken from Certificate III level.

A maximum of three units from Group B general elective units may be substituted with three units of competency from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Certificate III or Certificate IV level. One of those three units from Group B general elective units may be substituted from Group A workplace elective units where required by a specific job role.

Units selected from other Training Packages or accredited courses must not duplicate units selected from or available within the ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package.

CORE UNITS

add topic BSBSUS301A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practises

add topic ICTBWN3205B Use optical and radio frequency measuring instruments

add topic ICTCBL3015A Locate and identify cable system faults

add topic ICTTEN2008A Use electrical skills in telecommunications work

add topic ICTTEN2140B Use hand and power tools

add topic ICTWHS2170B Follow work health and safety and environmental policies and procedures

ELECTIVE UNITS

Group A - Workplace elective units

add topic BSBSMB305A Comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for the micro business

add topic BSBSMB306A Plan a home based business

add topic ICASAS305A Provide IT advice to clients

add topic ICTEDU3053A Train customers in new technology

add topic ICTWOR2141A Work effectively in a telecommunications technology team

add topic ICTWOR3028A Organise resources

add topic ICTWOR3035A Organise material supply

add topic ICTWOR3041A Schedule resources

add topic ICTWOR3093A Manage spare parts

add topic ICTWOR3127A Supervise worksite activities

Group B - General elective units

Broadband and wireless networks

add topic ICTBWN3082B Perform tests on optical communication system and components

add topic ICTBWN3088B Install optical fibre splitters in fibre distribution hubs

add topic ICTBWN3090B Install lead-in module and cable for fibre to the premises

add topic ICTBWN3100B Work safely with live fibre to test and commission a fibre to the x installation

Cabling

add topic ICTCBL2017B Alter services to existing cable system

add topic ICTCBL2064A Haul underground cable

add topic ICTCBL2065B Splice and terminate optical fibre cable for carriers and service providers

add topic ICTCBL2066B Joint and terminate coaxial cable

add topic ICTCBL2068A Install a telecommunications service to a building

add topic ICTCBL2131A Install an above ground equipment enclosure

add topic ICTCBL2132A Erect aerial cable supports

add topic ICTCBL2133A Construct underground telecommunications infrastructure

add topic ICTCBL2134A Fix aerial cable

add topic ICTCBL2135A Joint metallic conductor cable in access network

add topic ICTCBL2136B Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Restricted Rule

add topic ICTCBL2137B Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Open Rule

add topic ICTCBL2139B Apply safe technical work practices for cabling registration when configuring ADSL circuits

add topic ICTCBL2163A Install a cable lead-in

add topic ICTCBL3009B Install, terminate and certify structured cabling installation

add topic ICTCBL3010B Install and terminate optical fibre cable on customer premises

add topic ICTCBL3011B Install and terminate coaxial cable

add topic ICTCBL3014A Hand over systems and equipment

add topic ICTCBL3018A Install underground enclosures and conduit

add topic ICTCBL3019A Install underground cable

add topic ICTCBL3020A Construct aerial cable supports

add topic ICTCBL3021A Install aerial cable

add topic ICTCBL3067A Modify and cut over cable

add topic ICTCBL3069A Install network cable equipment

add topic ICTCBL3103A Maintain cable network

Occupational health and safety

add topic ICTOHS2080A Provide telecommunications services safely on roofs

add topic ICTOHS2153B Work safely near power infrastructure

add topic CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry

Radio frequency networks

add topic ICTRFN3055A Install a radio communications antenna and feedline

add topic ICTRFN3146A Install WiMAX customer premises equipment broadband wireless access equipment

add topic ICTRFN4095A Conduct radio frequency measurements

add topic ICTRFN4178A Maintain hybrid fibre coaxial broadband cable network

Telecommunications engineering networks

add topic ICTTEN3056A Install telecommunications network equipment

add topic ICTTEN3063A Locate, identify and rectify recurrent network faults

Selecting electives for different outcomes

The context of this qualification varies and this must guide the selection of elective units.

The following examples are designed to assist in the selection of appropriate electives for particular outcomes at this level but they are in no way prescriptive.

Aerial cable installer

Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:

add topic ICTCBL2017B Alter services to existing cable system

add topic ICTCBL2065B Splice and terminate optical fibre cable for carriers and service providers

add topic ICTCBL2163B Install a cable lead-in

add topic ICTCBL3021A Install aerial cable

four additional elective units from Group B general elective units, with a maximum of one those additional units from Group A workplace elective units as appropriate to the specific job role

Broadband network infrastructure installer

Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:

add topic ICTCBL2065B Splice and terminate optical fibre cable for carriers and service providers

add topic ICTCBL3009B Install, terminate and certify structured cabling installation

add topic ICTCBL3011B Install and terminate coaxial cable

add topic ICTCBL3069A Install network cable equipment

four additional elective units from Group B general elective units, with a maximum of one of those additional units from Group A workplace elective units as appropriate to the specific job role

Optical broadband network installer

Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:

add topic ICTBWN3082B Perform tests on optical communication system and components

add topic ICTBWN3088B Install optical fibre splitters in fibre distribution hubs

add topic ICTBWN3090B Install lead-in module and cable for fibre to the premises

add topic ICTBWN3100B Work safely with live fibre to test and commission a fibre to the x installation

four additional elective units from Group B general elective units, with a maximum of one of those additional units from Group A workplace elective units as appropriate to the specific job role

Underground cable installer

Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:

add topic ICTCBL2064A Haul underground cable

add topic ICTCBL2065B Splice and terminate optical fibre cable for carriers and service providers

add topic ICTCBL2133A Construct underground telecommunications infrastructure

add topic ICTCBL2163A Install a cable lead-in

add topic ICTCBL3018A Install underground enclosures and conduit

add topic ICTCBL3019A Install underground cable

two additional elective units from Group B general elective units, with a maximum of one of those additional units from the Group A workplace elective units as appropriate to the specific job role

Wireless broadband network installer

Core units plus one Group A workplace elective unit plus:

add topic ICTRFN3055A Install a radio communications antenna and feedline

add topic ICTRFN3146A Install WiMAX customer premises equipment broadband wireless access equipment

add topic ICTRFN4095A Conduct radio frequency measurements

add topic ICTRFN4178A Maintain hybrid fibre coaxial broadband cable network

four additional elective units from Group B general elective units, with a maximum of one of those additional units from Group A workplace elective units as appropriate to the specific job role


Pathways...

    Pathways into the qualification

    Candidates may enter this qualification with limited or no vocational experience and without a relevant lower level qualification.

    Pathways from the qualification

    After achieving ICT30113 Certificate III in Broadband and Wireless Networks Technology, candidates seeking to develop more specialised technical skills and knowledge, may select from a range of Certificate IV qualifications in the ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package.


Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.


Licensing Information

All training programs must be undertaken with reference to the regulatory regime of the prevailing statutory authority (currently ACMA).

National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work

Some cabling and installation work may fall within the definition of construction work. If so, people entering the construction site are required to complete the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (Australian Safety Compensation Council, May 2007).

Achievement of the unit CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry from the CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package fulfils this requirement.


Employability Skills

Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

documenting test methods and results

conveying information to clients, colleagues and other site personnel

completing job reports and compliance forms

interpreting plan as a set of functions to be implemented

confirming approval for time and method of site access with customers

documenting and communicating work-related information, including reporting of faults and problems

providing feedback to customers on operating the equipment

Teamwork

identifying members and roles of team

identifying and contributing to team tasks and goals

recognising and responding positively to conflict within team

working with team members to work with clients and install equipment

relating personal role to the industry

participating in a team structure by identifying team members, tasks and goals and recognising and responding positively to conflict

applying interpersonal skills with clients, employer, supervisors, work associates, team members and other contractors

giving and receiving feedback to assist in meeting team and organisational goals

Problem solving

ranking likely causes of fault in order of probability to ensure a methodical approach to fault identification

identifying barriers to installation and developing strategies to overcome them within time and budget restrictions

identifying faults or optimisation options

rectifying faults and adjusting system to optimal operation

determining cable routes taking into account building services, safety, industry codes and practices, and customer requirements

following up promptly on difficulties and known problem areas

Initiative and enterprise

prioritising urgent requests and acting according to organisational guidelines

identifying barriers to installation and developing strategies to overcome them within time and budget restrictions

adapting plan to suit specific features of site

identifying issues and possible solutions within established guidelines

Planning and organising

identifying realistic short and long-term career objectives

planning and provision to meet key dates and milestones

gathering data for the installation of systems and equipment

planning the installation of fibre cable, taking into account technical, scheduling and financial considerations

interpreting design and relating to site characteristics

prioritising work according to organisation guidelines

Self-management

identifying realistic short and long-term career objectives

identifying work to be completed

developing installation plans to ensure minimal disruption to the workplace

checking that tools and equipment are in safe working order and adjusted to manufacturer specification

applying all related WHS requirements and work practices, including job safety analysis (JSA), protective clothing and personal safety items

relating own role to the industry and establishing own work schedule

using strategies to present a professional image to customers

interpreting and applying relevant regulations and standards

Learning

relating current or intended role to career objectives in a positive manner

giving and receiving feedback to assist in meeting team and organisational goals

making clients aware of opportunities that exist for system upgrades, additional services and training

seeking assistance from team members when necessary

providing suitable training and assessment opportunities for work team members

providing training to customers on system, product, product features and facilities

Technology

checking that tools and equipment are in safe working order and adjusted to manufacturer specifications

testing and measuring of broadband network infrastructure

installing and operating telecommunications equipment and products

installing and operating equipment and products

installing and configuring access network devices

identifying, replacing or repairing faulty parts and equipment