ICT40310 - Certificate IV in Telecommunications Radio Communications
Certificate IV in Telecommunications Radio Communications
This qualification reflects the role of a technician with a range of telecommunications skills who can:
install and maintain digital radio telecommunications equipment
conduct field operations of radio networks
install and maintain worldwide interoperability for microwave access (WiMAX) and wireless fidelity (WiFi) networks for high speed broadband network infrastructure
monitor radio frequency (RF) operation and conduct field audits for compliance.
Job Roles
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors of the industry. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
radio communications technician
radio frequency technician
radio frequency field technician
radio frequency compliance officer
radio frequency auditor
telecommunications radio technician
WiMAX or WiFi system installer
Wireless system installer
Prerequisite requirements
There are no prerequisite requirements for individual units of competency.
Subjects
Total number of units = 17
10 core units, plus
7 elective units
Elective units must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level. All these electives must be taken from Certificate IV level.
A maximum of three elective units may be substituted with three units of competency from any endorsed Training Package or any accredited course at Certificate IV or Diploma level.
Units selected from other Training Packages or accredited courses must not duplicate units selected from or available within the ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package.
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.
ICTRFN4158A Select an antenna system for radio communications
ICTRFN4159A Test and repair cellular network equipment
ICTRFN4177A Install radio communications base station equipment
three additional units from elective unitsas appropriate to the specific job role.
Pathways...
Qualification 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 the ICT40310 Certificate IV in Telecommunications Radio Communications, candidates may undertake the ICT50210 Diploma of Telecommunications Network Engineering, a qualification for those seeking to develop more specialised technical skills and knowledge, or a range of other Diploma qualifications.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Licensing Information
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations
All training programs must be conducted with the 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 and Plumbing Services Integrated Framework Training Package fulfils this requirement.
Employability Skills
QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
Employability Skill
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication
determining options to rectify faults and discussing them with customer so that necessary action is determined
documenting test methods and results
making a complete check of installation against installation plans
reading, interpreting and using equipment/system manuals and specifications and relevant enterprise policy and documentation
conveying information to clients, colleagues and other site personnel
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 organisation goals
Problem solving
ranking causes of problems, working from system-wide impacts to specific impacts
diagnosing network security problems to secure the network
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 radio interference problems and conducting compliance audits
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
interacting with enterprise personnel, customers and other contractors keeping a customer focus and considering customer needs
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
running a test of network security arrangements
Self-management
identifying realistic short and long-term career objectives
identifying work to be completed
complying with all related OHS requirements and work practices
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
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 organisation 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
converging many integrated and emerging technologies
testing and measuring of broadband network infrastructure
installing and operating telecommunications equipment and products
installing and operating equipment and products
identifying, replacing or repairing faulty parts and equipment
undertaking relevant acceptance tests and analysing results against specified performance criteria