Technical staff who install outdoor WiMAX CPE equipment for wireless broadband access to customer premises apply the skills and knowledge in this unit. It involves connecting the indoor unit to customer network.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for WiMAX equipment installation

1.1. Arrange access to the site according to required procedure

1.2. Verify customerrequirements, type of WiMAX CPE equipment and location of proposed installation according to the plans obtained from authorised personnel

1.3. Prepare tools, equipment and CPE required for installation

2. Install the outdoor unit and antenna

2.1. Make worksite safe by identifying existing and potential hazards

2.2. Comply with relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards, occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental requirements

2.3. Mount the outdoor unit according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise plans

2.4. Connect the outdoor unit to the indoor unit using specified cable

2.5. Position the antenna towards the distant WiMAX base station for preliminary orientation

2.6. Align the unit for maximum signal strength using received signal strength indication (RSSI) display

2.7. Record the installation and alignment details

2.8. Connect indoor unit and accessories to customer equipment

3. Test the performance of the installation

3.1. Test WiMAX CPE according to manufacturer's procedures

3.2. Check operating environment does not degrade test results

3.3. Evaluate test results to verify operational performance with customer

4. Restore site and complete documentation

4.1. Restore worksite to the customer's satisfaction

4.2. Complete reports on installation

4.3. Notify customer and obtain sign off

Required skills

communication skills to liaise with customers on technical and operational matters

literacy skills to interpret technical documentation and standards and incorporate technical language into written reports

numeracy skills to interpret technical data such as specifications of equipment operations

problem solving skills to address common operational problems in installation

safety awareness skills to:

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

select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OHS standards

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

technology skills to:

install outdoor units and antenna

connect to indoor units

test WiMAX equipment

Required knowledge

WiMAX:

products

protocols IEEE 802.16 and IEEE 802.11

microwave propagation and losses caused by foliage, buildings, and metallic structures

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:

install and test WiMAX CPE outdoor unit

install indoor unit and connect to customer network

reinstate site, document and complete installation reports.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

sites on which WiMAX installations can be conducted

tools and equipment required for installation

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation..

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:

review of a hands-on project completed by the candidate

review of an oral and written report with completed documentation

direct observation of the candidate installing and connecting WiMAX CPE equipment.

Guidance information for assessment

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

ICTDRE3165A Install a complex digital reception system

ICTRFN4095A Conduct radio frequency measurements.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non-English 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.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Customer requirements may include:

backup procedures

bandwidth

congestion

network connectivity

power back up

quality of service (QoS)

redundancy

wireless access.

WiMAX CPE equipment may include:

indoor unit

outdoor unit

USB unit.

Authorised personnel may include:

customer

network administrator

network planner

project manager

supervisor.

Tools may include:

crimping tool

cable stripping tool

drill bits

screwdrivers

spanner

wall anchors and screws.

Equipment may include:

compass

global positioning system (GPS)

inclinometer

laptop.

Hazards may include:

building debris

earth potential rise

glass fibre

live power lines

manual handling

radio frequency (RF) equipment emitting radiation.

Relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards may include:

Australian Communications Industry Forum (ACIF) standards and codes

Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) technical standards

Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) electromagnetic radiation
(EMR) standard

AS/NZS 4268:2008

AS/NZS 4295:2004

AS/NZS 4415.1:2003

AS/NZS 4582:1999

AS/NZS 4583:1999

AS/NZS 4769.1:2000

AS/NZS 4770:2000

Australian building codes and regulations

Australian standards

enterprise standards

environmental protection

equipment standards

European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) EN 300 220-1

ETSI EN 301 406

fire regulations

heritage legislation

international standards

intrinsically safe lightning protection

local government

OHS

Radcoms Act

RSS-119

site engineering standards

spectrum planning reports

Telecommunications Act

Telecommunications Industry Alliance and Electronic Industries Alliance (TIA/EIA) standards.

OHS and environmental requirements may relate to:

decommissioning and isolating worksite and lines prior to commencement

identifying other services, including power and gas

personal protective clothing:

earmuffs

gloves:

plastic

rubber

leather

head protection

head protection

kneepads

masks

protective suits

safety boots

safety glasses

safety harness

safety line

safe working practices, such as the safe use and handling of:

asbestos

chemicals

materials

tools and equipment

work platforms

safety equipment:

flashing lights

gas and other hazard detection equipment

safety barriers

trench guards

warning signs and tapes

witches hats

special access requirements

suitable light and ventilation

environmental considerations:

clean-up protection

stormwater protection

waste management.

Indoor unit and accessories may include:

correct cable:

crossover

straight-through

optional extension module:

voice over internet protocol (VoIP)

wireless fidelity (WiFi)

power unit:

AC power

DC power adaptor

DC power supply

protection device:

lightning protection

surge protection.

Unit sector

Telecommunications

Radio frequency networks

This unit contains employability skills.