Repair and replace telecommunications network hardware

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver ICTTEN307, 'Repair and replace telecommunications network hardware'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Repair and replace telecommunications network hardware' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for hardware repair and replacement

1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards for the given work

1.2 Discuss and record details of hardware to be repaired or replaced, and proposed work schedule with the appropriate person at NOC

1.3 Work safely according to relevant safety legislation and company work practices, identifying hazards and using personal protective equipment

1.4 Obtain appropriate replacement hardware and associated documentation

1.5 Inspect network and determine need for repair task

1.6 Obtain tools and check they are in good working order

1.7 Undertake an impact risk assessment of the hardware replacement with the NOC, and prepare for contingencies using contingency plan

2. Rectify fault by replacing hardware

2.1 Replace equipment as instructed by the NOC following anti- static precautions in the case of sensitive electronic equipment and work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements

2.2 Inform NOC if problems occur with hardware replacement so escalation may commence and contingency plan initiated

2.3 Test replacement hardware to ensure satisfactory functionality

3. Clean up worksite and complete administrative work

3.1 Remove waste and debris from worksite and dispose of according to environmental requirements and restore work area to NOC satisfaction

3.2 Recover faulty equipment and return to appropriate point for disposal or refurbishment

3.3 Complete documentation, update fault records and make recommendations according to the enterprise quality assurance system

3.4 Notify appropriate person at the NOC of job completion and obtain sign-off


Qualifications and Skillsets

ICTTEN307 appears in the following qualifications:

  • ICT20210 - Certificate II in Telecommunications
  • ICT40310 - Certificate IV in Telecommunications Radio Communications
  • ICT30510 - Certificate III in Telecommunications Rigging Installation
  • ICT30310 - Certificate III in Telecommunications Cabling
  • ICT30210 - Certificate III in Telecommunications
  • ICT30610 - Certificate III in Broadband and Wireless Networks
  • ICT30813 - Certificate III in Telecommunications Fixed Wireless Installation
  • ICT30513 - Certificate III in Telecommunications Rigging Installation
  • ICT20213 - Certificate II in Telecommunications
  • ICT30313 - Certificate III in Telecommunications Cabling
  • ICT40313 - Certificate IV in Telecommunications Radio Communications
  • ICT30213 - Certificate III in Telecommunications
  • ICT30613 - Certificate III in Broadband and Wireless Networks
  • ICT30315 - Certificate III in Telecommunications Rigging Installation
  • ICT30515 - Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology