UNIT GROUP 4316 COMMUNICATIONS TRADESPERSONS
COMMUNICATIONS TRADESPERSONS install, maintain and repair telecommunications equipment and appliances, data transmission equipment, aerial lines, conduits, cables and radio antennae.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this unit group is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- examining drawings, specifications and work areas to determine positioning and connections for equipment to be installed
- attaching wires and cables to appliances
- locating faults in telecommunications equipment using instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and transmission measuring equipment
- adjusting, replacing and repairing faulty items
- testing equipment using electronic instruments
- installing underground cables for telephone, radio, pay TV and computer transmission
Occupations:
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