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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Perform Wiring and Maintenance on a Main Distribution Frame in the Telecommunications Environment |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
246677 | Perform Wiring and Maintenance on a Main Distribution Frame in the Telecommunications Environment | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Telecommunications | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology | Manufacturing and Assembly | |||
ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Undefined | Regular | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | 3 |
REGISTRATION STATUS | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | |
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2018-07-01 | 2023-06-30 | SAQA 06120/18 | |
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
2026-06-30 | 2029-06-30 |
In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise. |
This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. |
PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD |
This unit standard will contribute to the full development of any learner within the Telecommunications environment, more specifically within the exchange backbone environment by providing recognition, further mobility and transportability within the field. This skill forms the basis for the performance of duties in the day to day operations on Main Distribution Frame at NQF Levels 4, 5 and 6.
The knowledge, skills and understanding demonstrated in this unit standard are essential for upliftment, social and economic transformation in the Telecommunications environment. The qualifying learner is capable of demonstrating: The learning outcomes in this unit standard contribute to the exit level outcomes which provide qualifying learners with access to a range of further learning in this field at NQF Level 4 and above, in the form of workplace based learning programmes for occupationally focused qualifications. Qualifying learners also have an understanding of the science and technology which underpins these activities. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
The learning assumed to be in place should be on the same level of this unit standard or higher:
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UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
The typical scope of this unit standard includes but is not limited to:
The context of this unit standard is performed within structures where stationery, transportation, support structure, communication media, company policies and procedures, cultural ethics, business ethics, work environment, professional conduct, test instrumentation, tools, human resources, customer, engineering material, equipment, quality standards are applicable. |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Demonstrate knowledge of the types of connection blocks used. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Connection blocks used in circuits is identified and listed according to:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Including but not limited to:
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SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Demonstrate the ability to count the different types of connecting blocks. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Blocks are counted in accordance to set criteria. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Including but not limited to:
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SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Demonstrate the ability to cross-connect circuits on the various types of connecting blocks in use. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Blocks are wired according to set criteria. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Blocks are wired according to requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Blocks are wired using the correct type of wire. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Blocks are wired using the correct tools. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Demonstrate the ability to test circuits. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Use the applicable test equipment as per specifications. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Perform a variety of tests according specific test procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Interpret and explain test results and record test conditions on set documentation. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 |
Demonstrate the ability to localise and repair faults. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Test procedures are used to successfully investigate and repair fault conditions. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Test equipment is used to Investigate and aid in successfully repairing fault conditions. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The Faults repair report reflects the correct test conditions after the repair was concluded. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 |
Provide protection on Main distribution frame. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Lightning protection is provided according to policies and procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Lightning protection is maintained according to policies and procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Lightning protection is checked for compliance with policies and procedures. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7 |
Perform maintenance tasks on a Main distribution Frame. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Maintenance is carried out according to company policies and procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Wires for discontinued services are recorded and verified and all wiring removed form the frame. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
All incorrectly wired cross connection wires are identified and rewired according to work procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Inspections on securing screws and bolts tightness conform to design and manufacture talk specifications. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
Inspections for dry joints are conducted in accordance to stipulated standards as indicated in the work instruction. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
Dry joints are repaired in accordance to stipulated standards as indicated in the work instruction. |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
Skills, Knowledge and Understanding: |
UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES |
N/A |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING |
Learners are able to identify faults and anomalies and rectifying the problems as they occur. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
Work effectively with stakeholders to ensure that the Main Distribution Frame connections are connected correctly. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
Learners are able to organise their activities to ensure that the Main Distribution Frame is maintained correctly. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING |
Learners are able to communicate effectively with others to ensure that the Main Distribution Frame connections are done according to customer requirements. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING |
Learners are able to demonstrate an understanding of the Main Distribution Frame as a set of interrelated processes. This is done by identifying faults and anomalies and rectifying the problems as they occur, and by liaising with relevant stakeholders during fault clearance. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING |
Contributing to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of the society at large, by making it the underlying intention of any program of learning to make an individual aware of the importance of:
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UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA |
N/A |
REREGISTRATION HISTORY |
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. |
UNIT STANDARD NOTES |
Comment on this unit standard should reach SAQA no later than 26 October 2007.
The level assigned to this unit standard is appropriate because the learner: Legal Requirements: Compliance to the following legal requirements and standards are mandatory: Notes to Assessors: Assessors should keep the following general principles in mind when designing and conducting assessments against this unit standard: The portfolio may include: |
QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
Core | 59057 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Telecommunication Network Operations | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MICTS |
PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here. |
1. | Africa Learn (Pty) Ltd |
2. | Amadi Institute of Management And Technology (Pty) Ltd |
3. | BEE Clinic Pty Ltd |
4. | HUAWEI Technologies Africa (PTY) LTD |
5. | Mpande Technologies cc |
6. | Mufuka Business and Technical |
7. | Nolwazi Stem Education for The |
8. | OPELONG BUSINESS INSTITUTE (PT |
9. | Progressive School of Business |
10. | QUARPHIX (PTY) LTD |
11. | SUCCESS BUILDERS INTERNATIONAL CC |
12. | SUPREME ICT CONSULTANTS |
13. | TELKOM SA SOC LIMITED |
14. | Ukwazi Academy and Corporate S |
15. | Varsity Institute of Science & Technology (Pty)Ltd |
16. | Victor Optic Fibre Solutions |
17. | Wellinkwise Pty Ltd |
All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source. |