Open ACMA Registration

Course Description

Successfully completion of this course will provide learners a Statement of Attainment with the following units of competencies listed;

• ICTCBL236 Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Restricted Rule
• ICTCBL237 Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Open Rule
• ICTWHS204 Follow work health and safety and environmental policies and procedures
• ICTTEN201 Use electrical skills in telecommunications work

This training is recommended for experienced cablers with a minimum 12 months field experience.

Inexperienced cablers and new entrants should complete the ACMA Cabler Registrations Skill Set or Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology (Release 1)
 

• This training is for cablers who work in Domestic Premises and Commercial Premises.
• This course has pre-requisites dependent on qualifications and experience, see below.​
• Typically this course is needed for any type of telecommunications cabling including MDF, backbone or data cabling work.

This Open Cabling Registration covers the theory and practical skills around, basic ACDC, OHS, backbone cabling, main distribution frame installation, floor distributors and local distributors, socket terminations, cable records, jumpering, earthing practices, mode three connections and the use of insulation displacement connectors.

Pre- requisite Units to ICTCBL237 Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Open Rule

ICTCBL236 Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Restricted Rule

ICTWHS204 Follow work health and safety and environmental policies and procedures

ICTTEN201 Use electrical skills in telecommunications work

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http://training.gov.au/Training/Details/ICTCBL237 

How we Train

Conquest Communications has developed over the years a unique online learning management system (LMS) tailored to our specific training needs. We deliver all theory through the online LMS and pair this learning with practical hands on days.

This system provides the flexibility to learners to log in at their own convenience to undertake their study. It minimises the time learners take away from work as study can be completed after hours which in turn maximises time spent on paid work. Each unit of competency is broken in to smaller sized subjects which means that the learners are not locked to the computer for large periods of time. Assignments can be uploaded directly to their profile for marking by our industry experienced trainers and assessors.

Below is a table outlining the hourly breakdown of the different delivery methods for this course. Please be advised that this is a guide only and that a learners experience level, Recognition of Prior Learning applications, personal/work commitments etc. will impact on the length required to complete this training.

NB: This course can be completed a lot quicker depending on the learners background and experience. Most of our students can complete the online study in as little as a week if they are motivated. 

Our assessors are experienced in applying recognition of prior learning (RPL), so if a learner is trade qualified (even in a different field), an experienced cabler, or has completed other similar nationally recognised training, then in most cases RPL or Credit Transfers can be applied with the submission of supporting evidence.

Field Experience

In addition to completion of relevant competency requirements, candidates must demonstrate on-the-job cabling experience when applying for their Open Registration with an ACMA Registrar. Click  on the below headings to view the field experience declaration requirements.  

• Restricted Field Experience Declaration Form
• Open Field Experience Declaration Form

Further Information regarding these requirements can be found at http://www.acma.gov.au/Industry or the ACMA registrar of your choice.

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Equipment and Tools 

This training leads to trade level qualifications. Thus a good tradesman must own the appropriate test equipment to perform competently as a trade qualified person. We also appreciate that the more expensive items are often simply hired as needed by you or your company.

We supply all of the required tools and equipment for learners at their hands on training days.

Learners must complete all assignments and purchase the necessary kits and test equipment needed.

Units that have additional costs;

ICTTEN201 Use electrical skills in telecommunications work - electronic kit required approx. <$40 per learner.

ICTWHS204 Follow work health and safety and environmental policy and procedures – While not a mandatory requirement to gaining competency for this unit it is our strong recommendation that learners hold and submit a current First Aid Certificate with CPR and Construction White Card.

Working in the telecommunications industry means working within potentially dangerous workplace environments and often working within construction sites. In general you will be working with other people who may suffer an accident

It is also the Law that you possess a Building Construction Induction card to work on construction sites.

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Fees

This fee is all inclusive of the pre-requisites required. 

In accordance with the ASQA 2015 standards for RTO's we do not collect more than $1500 in prepaid fees for our courses.

As this course is not above this amount the full fee will be required upon registration.

Additional Fees - As mentioned in the previous section 'Equipment and Tools,' there are some units that require learners to purchase specific equipment to allow them to complete assignments.  

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Training Locations

We’re a Nationally Recognised Training Organisation and can train all over Australia. All our training gear is transportable increasing our ability to train in many places other companies can't go. We have experienced and qualified Trainers who travel across Queensland each year conducting our training and full time trainers in Brisbane and Bundaberg. We also have Trainers in other states.

For Training outside of the above mentioned locations and in other states please call us first and we’ll let you know where the closest trainer is to you and how quickly we might be able to line up the schedule to meet your training needs. If you sign up 5 or more learners we can travel to you and deliver the hands on training in your own workshop. For an additional fee, we can also attend your workplace to deliver training if you do not have the 5 or more learners. These training days at your workplace can include the weekend to minimise the loss of your normal weekday working hours.  Alternatively if you are registering as an individual, or your company has less than these numbers, we schedule courses in the major towns throughout the year, and your learners can attend these sessions.

Due to the unpredictable nature of regional training, Regional learners purchasing Conquest training must be aware that our guarantee to deliver the training as close to them as possible is only valid for the first year of their enrollment. If after 1 year they have not finished their training (hands on component) we reserve the right to request that they travel to our nearest training location at their expense. We would not ask this lightly and it would only occur if the Trainer in the learner’s location is unable to complete the training due to health, personal/professional issues or they are no longer working for Conquest Communications. Where possible prior notice to learners would be provided.

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Hands on Training Days

All up depending on your previous experience this qualification requires approx. 3 full days of practical hands on training/assessment. Some days may be wavered for experienced cablers who can show evidence they have the necessary skills and knowledge. If you have current certification that shows competency in any of the following units you do, may not need to completed if RPL is applicable.

Open ACMA Training completed in one full day session – approx. 8 hours

• ICTCBL236 Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Restricted
• ICTCBL237 Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Open Rule

Inexperienced Cablers

• Inexperienced cablers may need additional face to face hands on training (e.g. Hand and Power Tools) or
• Inexperienced cablers must gain the necessary experience in the field with their Employer to meet the ‘Field Experience Declaration’ as required by the ACMA and
• Inexperienced cablers will still need to complete training with CCC Trainers as outlined above.

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Booking in Hands on Training Days

Qld Employers - If you sign up 5 or more Learners we can travel to you and deliver the hands on training onsite at your workplace. For an additional fee, less than 5 learners can be accommodated and the training venue be at your workshop. Alternatively if you have less than these numbers, your employees may book in as individuals to our public courses. 

Individuals -  throughout the year we schedule courses in major cities/towns and you can attend these sessions.

Additional fees may apply if you require the hands on training component urgently outside our scheduled sessions.

Please call 4159 6950 to find out the hands on training delivery scheduled. 

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Training Outcomes and Goals

Successful completion of this qualification will provide Nationally Recognised competency that will allow learners to gain their Open ACMA registration (previously the Austel Licence).

ACMA Registration Body's listed below with links to their individual websites.

Titab Australia CRS - Telecommunications Industry Training Advisory Board

BICSI - Building Industry Consultants

ASIAL - Security Industry

FPAA - Fire Protection Industry

ACRS - Electrical Industry

For more information about the Australian Communications and Media Authority visit their website http://www.acma.gov.au/

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Call our Friendly Team for a free quote or training pathway assessment 07 4159 6950