TELECOM002
Cabler Registration and Endorsements
The TELECOM002 – Cabler Registration and Endorsements course is a comprehensive training program designed for individuals seeking to become registered cablers in Australia while gaining multiple industry-recognised endorsements in a single pathway.
This course combines the ICTSS00084 – Open Cabler Registration Skill Set with three key endorsements:
- Optical Fibre Cabling
- Structured Cabling
- Coaxial Cabling
By completing this bundled program, participants will develop the practical skills and technical knowledge required to install, terminate, and test a wide range of telecommunications cabling systems in compliance with ACMA regulations and industry standards.
- Delivery Mode: Face-to-face (Classroom and Practical Labs)
- Location: Perth City
- Duration: 12 Weeks
Course Overview
The TELECOM002 – Cabler Registration and Endorsements course is a comprehensive training program designed for individuals seeking to become registered cablers in Australia while gaining multiple industry-recognised endorsements in a single pathway.
This course combines the ICTSS00084 – Open Cabler Registration Skill Set with three key endorsements:
- Optical Fibre Cabling
- Structured Cabling
- Coaxial Cabling
By completing this bundled program, participants will develop the practical skills and technical knowledge required to install, terminate, and test a wide range of telecommunications cabling systems in compliance with ACMA regulations and industry standards.
Who Should Do This Course
This course is ideal for:
- Individuals looking to start a career as a registered cabler
- Electricians or technicians wanting to add telecommunications competencies
- IT professionals seeking hands-on cabling skills
- Existing cablers aiming to expand their endorsements
- Anyone looking to improve employability in the telecommunications and networking industry
Career Prospects
Upon successful completion of this skill set, participants can:
- Apply for Open Cabler Registration with a registrar accredited by the ACMA.
- Perform cabling work in accordance with the Wiring Rules (AS/CA S009).
- Install, maintain, and repair telecommunications cables in residential and commercial buildings.
Job titles may include:
- Registered Cabler
- Telecommunications Technician
- Data Cabling Installer
After completing the TELECOM002 – Cabler Registration and Endorsements, you may apply for Open Cabler Registration with one of the following ACMA-accredited registrars:
Note: Additional endorsements such as Structured, Optical Fibre, or Coaxial cabling may be required depending on the specific type of cabling work you plan to undertake.
To learn more about cabling registration and endorsement requirements, visit the official ACMA website.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal prerequisites for this course. However, participants are expected to:
- Have basic English language and literacy skills
- Demonstrate basic numeracy skills
- Be physically capable of performing practical cabling tasks
Course Structure
This program includes the following components:
- Open Cabler Registration Skill Set (ICTSS00084)
This skill set provides the core competencies required to apply for Open Cabler Registration under ACMA rules.
Units included:
- ICTCBL247 Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Open Rule
- ICTTEN208 Use electrical skills when working with telecommunications networks
- ICTWHS204 Follow work health and safety and environmental policy and procedures
- ICTTEN202 Use hand and power tools
- Optical Fibre Cabling Endorsement
Gain specialised skills in handling and installing optical fibre systems.
Units included:
- ICTTEN318 Inspect, clean and handle optical fibre cable and connectors
- ICTCBL322 Install, test and terminate optical fibre cable on customer premises
- Structured Cabling Endorsement
Develop expertise in installing and terminating copper cabling used in data and network systems.
Unit included:
- ICTCBL301 Install and terminate copper cabling for networks
- Coaxial Cabling Endorsement
Learn how to install and terminate coaxial cable systems commonly used in telecommunications and broadcasting.
Unit included:
- ICTCBL303 Install and terminate coaxial cable
Fees & Intake Dates
An International Student is a person who:
- is not a Citizen or a Permanent Resident of Australia; and
- either holds a valid Australian student visa or intends to apply for an Australian student visa before the commencement of the course.
All international students who intend to study in Australia on a student visa require a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). The CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment) is an official document generated via PRISMS (Provider Registration and International Student Management System) that provides important information about your enrolment status. This document is required to be submitted to the Department of Home Affairs before applying for a student visa.
You must have a valid CoE at all times while you are studying on a student visa.
A Domestic Student is a person who is:
- a Citizen of Australia; or
- a Permanent Resident of Australia; or
- a Citizen of New Zealand; or
- a holder of an Australian Visa (other than a Student Visa) that allows them to study in Australia with no limitations on study.
Domestic students do not require a CoE (generated via PRISMS) as they do not need to apply for a student visa. They are provided with an enrolment confirmation from NIT via email, once their enrolment is finalised. Note: If you are a holder of an Australian visa, other than a student visa, you must have sufficient remaining duration on your visa to complete your studies at NIT from the date of your course commencement. Check course durations on the relevant course pages on the NIT’s website.
National Institute of Technology is an approved provider of the government’s Fee-Free courses through Jobs and Skills WA under Participation – Work Readiness.
You may be eligible for a Participation- Work Readiness funded course at NIT Australia if you have left school and you are:
- an Australian citizen; or a permanent visa holder; holders of a sub-class 309, 444, 785, 790, or 820 visa; secondary holders of a temporary visa of sub-class 457or 482 visa; holders of a Bridging Visa E (subclasses 050 and 051) where the visa holder has made a valid application for a visa of subclass 785 or 790; Ukraine citizens who are holders of a visa sub-class 449 or 786; Afghan citizens who are holders of a visa sub-class 449; or holders of a bridging visa who are eligible to work, and who have made a valid application for a subclass 866; and
- at least 18 years old*; and
- not under an active apprenticeship/traineeship training contract registered on WAAMS; and
- Jobseeker**; and
- a resident of Western Australia.
Important Information
- All students studying at NIT are required to bring their laptops that meets the minimum system requirements specified in NIT’s Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy.
- Students also must have access to a high-speed internet connection – broadband wired or wireless (5G/4G/LTE) – Minimum bandwidth requirement is 5/3 Mbps (download/upload speed).
- Students are also required to bring their own notebooks, stationery and USB storage media. NIT may lend laptops to students for on-campus use only based on a first-come-first-served basis.
This course involves a number of learning and assessment methods. Typically, the learning methods may include Presentations and discussions, Demonstrations, Individual and group activities, Skills practice, Role plays, Case studies, Simulated scenarios, and Research activities.
Assessment methods generally include Practical Observation of Tasks, Written or Oral Questioning, Case Studies, Role Plays, Reports, Research Projects, Presentations, etc.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
If you think that you have already gained the skills and experience for a unit or entire qualification, you can apply for RPL to get recognised as competent for parts or a whole nationally recognised qualification. Not everyone will get credited for their skills and knowledge. Successful applicants will need to demonstrate a reasonable amount of experience in the area their course covers. Contact us to know more about our RPL process.
Before making an application to study at National Institute of Technology, you must read the information provided for International Students in NIT Student Handbook & Policies webpage.
Have Questions About This Course?
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