ICT20319 - Certificate II in Telecommunications Technology
Course Description
This is an entry-level qualification for telecommunications technology operators who may:
install telecommunications equipment, data cabling and cabling products on customer premises
perform fault-finding on a limited range of digital reception equipment for both cable television and free-to-air television reception, for either a customer or an enterprise install and maintain telecommunications radio communications equipment in base stations and connect wireless base stations install and maintain telecommunications equipment on high structures including radio towers or for installation and connection of wireless base stations.
The qualification is suited to an individual undertaking work experience, or in a probationary period in employment.
It is particularly applicable to school-based delivery as an entry-level pathway to employment and is suitable as an Australian traineeship or apprenticeship pathway, except for the units of competency that involve high-risk work age restrictions.
While the qualification at AQF 3 is deemed to require 12 to 24 months to complete, a learner group accessing this qualification would reduce the amount of training depending on their experience and skill levels demonstrated during the Direct Assessment process. The training delivery includes a combination of self-paced and distance learning with mentoring support.
These units include: 7 core unit and 6 elective units
To achieve a Certificate in Telecommunication Technology you must complete 13 units
Electives:
- up to 6 units may be selected from Group A, B ,C , D or E
- up to 2 units can be selected from any currently endorsed training package qualification or accredited course at AQF 2 or 3
Elective units must be relevant to vocational pathways and not duplicate the outcomes of already selected units.
Unit Code | Unit Title |
Core Units | |
BSBCUS201 | Deliver a service to customers |
ICTTEN202 | Use hand and power tools |
ICTTEN207 | Install and test internet protocol devices in convergence networks |
ICTTEN208 | Use electrical skills when working with telecommunications networks |
ICTTEN211 | Work effectively in a telecommunications network environment |
ICTWHS204 | Follow work health and safety and environmental policy and procedures |
ICTWOR202 | Work effectively in the digital and telecommunications industry |
Elective Units | |
ICTTEN203 | Install and configure a home or small office network |
ICTTEN206 | Operate new media software packages |
CPCCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
ICTSAS203 | Connect hardware peripherals |
ICTICT206 | Install software applications |
ICTPMG202 | Plan, organise and undertake work activities |
Assessment information will be provided to you at the start of the course by your trainer and you must abide by the assessment requirements set by MW Training Consultants and your trainers. Your coursework will be returned with feedback from your trainer. Please allow adequate time for the assessment process before making an enquiry on progress.
All learners with MW Training Consultants are offered the opportunity for recognition of prior learning (RPL). If you believe that you have the pre-existing skills, knowledge and experience for all or part of this course, please contact our head office and request an RPL Guide. This will need to be filled out, with relevant documentation and returned to head office who will forward this on to your trainer for assessment.
You should ensure that any queries you may have about ICT20319 – Certificate II in Telecommunications Technology
have been fully addressed prior to enrolment.
Please note: MW Training Consultants cannot give advice to students regarding career outcomes from this course.
To enrol in this course, please complete the enrolment form and return to our Head Office.