Qualification Overview
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Qualification Title | New Zealand Certificate in Telecommunications (Level 3) with strands in Access Network Technologies, Core Network Technologies, Radio/Wireless Technologies, and Signals and Communications | |||
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Qualification Type | Certificate | |||
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Level | 3 | |||
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Credits | 130 | |||
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Strategic Purpose Statement |
The purpose of this qualification is to provide the Telecommunications industry with people who are able to install and maintain telecommunications networks in either Access Network Technologies, Core Network Technologies, Radio/Wireless Technologies, or Signals and Communications. Graduates with the Signals and Communications Strand will also be able to operate signals and communications equipment and networks.
This qualification is suitable for people entering a career as a Telecommunications technician. Graduates will contribute to an efficient, reliable, and secure telecommunication network and be able to operate as Telecommunications technicians at intermediate level under indirect supervision in their area of practice. |
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Graduate profile |
Graduates of this qualification will be able to:
- Apply fundamental knowledge and principles of telecommunications and related electrical theory and practice. - Apply fundamental knowledge of information communications technology (ICT) systems and services. - Communicate effectively with stakeholders. - Apply safe working procedures and practices; and identify and control hazards in a working environment. - Understand limitations of their knowledge and skills, and seek support when required Graduates of the Access Network Technologies strand will also be able to: - Apply key concepts and skills, including installing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications networks. - Install and maintain the telecommunications networks and related ICT systems and services. - Diagnose and repair network equipment and services. - Develop and maintain knowledge of current and emerging technologies. Graduates of the Core Network Technologies strand will also be able to: - Apply key concepts and skills, including installing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications networks. - Install and maintain the telecommunications networks and related ICT systems and services. - Diagnose and repair network equipment and services. - Develop and maintain knowledge of current and emerging technologies. Graduates of the Radio/Wireless Technologies strand will also be able to: - Apply key concepts and skills, including installing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications networks. - Install and maintain the telecommunications networks and related ICT systems and services - Diagnose and repair network equipment and services. - Develop and maintain knowledge of current and emerging technologies. Graduates of the Signals and Communications strand will also be able to: - Apply key concepts and skills, including installing, maintaining, and repairing signals and communications networks. - Operate transmission reception equipment and communication networks to international standards. - Plan and monitor communications in accordance with agreed protocols. - Ensure continuity and consistency of protocols and procedures at all times. |
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Education pathways |
On completion of this qualification graduates may progress onto higher qualifications within the Telecommunications industry.
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Employment pathways |
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Entry Requirements |
None.
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Developed By | Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology | |||
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Quality Assured By | New Zealand Qualifications Authority | |||
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Number | 2210 | |||
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Status | Discontinued | |||
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Created | 2013-09-13 14:23:01.0 | |||
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Last Date For Entry | 2018-12-31 00:00:00.0 | |||
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Discontinued | 2019-12-31 00:00:00.0 | |||
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