ICTSS00084
Open Cabler Registration Skill Set
The ICTSS00084 – Open Cabler Registration Skill Set equips learners with the nationally endorsed skills and knowledge required to apply for Open Cabler Registration, as mandated by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA). This registration is essential for individuals looking to install and maintain telecommunications cabling in customer premises, including both commercial and residential environments.
At the National Institute of Technology (NIT), this course is designed to deliver hands-on, job-ready training aligned with current industry standards, making it ideal for those entering or currently working in the telecommunications and data cabling sectors.
- Delivery Mode: Face-to-face (classroom based)
- Location: Perth City
- Duration: 5 days
Course Overview
The Open Cabler Registration course serves as an excellent introduction for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the telecommunications sector. It is specifically designed to meet the ACMA Open Rule requirements, as outlined by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA).
Completing this course allows telecommunications technicians to legally install and maintain cabling for telephone, fire alarms, and security systems* across various customer premises. It supersedes the previous AUSTEL and BCL licence courses. Technicians working with data, coaxial, or fibre optic cables will also need to obtain the relevant endorsements in addition to their open registration.
Graduates of this course who can demonstrate 360 hours of practical telecommunications cabling experience and who meet all entry requirements will be equipped with the competencies needed to apply for an ACMA-recognised Open Cabler Registration.
Note: Depending on the type of work and the State or Territory, a separate Security Licence may be required to perform security-related installations.
Important: Open Cabling Registration is not issued by the National Institute of Technology. It must be obtained through one of the five ACMA-accredited registrars. Additional information about the registration process is available from these registrars.
Who Should Do This Course?
This skill set is suitable for:
- Individuals seeking to become licensed telecommunications cablers.
- Electricians or data installers looking to expand their qualifications.
- Technicians involved in the installation and maintenance of structured cabling systems.
- Workers in construction, NBN-related projects, or the smart home and automation sectors.
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 skill set, students are eligible to apply for Open Cabler Registration with an ACMA-accredited registrar, such as:
- TITAB
- ACRS
- TCA
Additional endorsements (e.g., Structured, Optical Fibre, Coaxial) may be required depending on the scope of cabling work intended.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this skill set
However, it is recommended that learners:
- Possess basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Have access to appropriate tools and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Are physically capable of performing manual tasks such as bending, lifting, and using hand tools.
Course Structure
The ICTSS00084 – Open Cabler Registration Skill Set comprises the following nationally recognised units:
- 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
Course Delivery and Assessment:
Training is delivered through a combination of:
- Classroom-based theory
- Practical, hands-on workshop activities
- Simulated cabling projects and real-world scenarios
- Practical demonstrations
- Knowledge tests
- Skills application in a simulated environment
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.
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