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 Open Cabler 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), Open cabler registration skill set 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 Fee: $750.00 (GST Exempt)
Open Cabler Registration Skill Set is now subsidised through Jobs and Skills WA under the Participation – Work Readiness program. Take advantage of this low-fee course. The annual fee cap is $400 for job seekers, youth up to 25, concession holders, and $1,200 for all other students.
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 Cabler Registration Rule requirements, as outlined by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA).
Completing Open Cabler Registration Skill Set 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 Cabler 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 Open Cabler Registration 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, also need Open cabler registration to legally work in telecommunications.
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 ICTSS00084 – Open Cabler Registration Skill Set, 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 entry requirements for Open cabler registration 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
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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