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ICT20219

Certificate II in Telecommunications Network Build & Operation

Build the practical, entry-level skills needed to construct and maintain Australia's telecommunications and broadband infrastructure. Learn underground and aerial cable hauling, fibre optic installation and NBN network build activities from experienced industry trainers.

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Telecommunications technicians installing aerial fibre optic cable from a cherry picker on an Australian residential street

Course Code

ICT20219

Duration

26 Weeks

Campus

Sydney & Canberra

Recognition

Nationally Recognised Training

About the Qualification

What ICT20219 covers.

ICT20219 Certificate II in Telecommunications Network Build and Operation prepares students for entry-level roles constructing and maintaining Australia's broadband infrastructure, including the NBN.

You'll develop practical skills across underground and aerial cable installation, fibre optic infrastructure, site preparation, coaxial cable jointing and lead-in installation — supported by network build activities on site.

Graduates are well prepared for entry-level roles across the NBN rollout, broadband access networks and civil telecommunications contractors throughout NSW and the ACT.

Licensing & Regulatory Information: Cabling work connected to a telecommunications network is regulated by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA). ICT20219 focuses on network build and operation activities and does not, on its own, satisfy ACMA customer cabling registration requirements.

Course Structure

12

Total Units

5

Core

7

Elective

Delivered in accordance with the current training package. Unit selection may change where permitted under training package transition arrangements.

Who It's For

Who is this qualification for?

Aspiring NBN & telecom infrastructure workers

People looking to start a hands-on career building Australia's broadband and telecommunications networks.

School leavers

Students pursuing a career in network build, civil telecommunications and broadband infrastructure.

Career changers

Workers moving into broadband infrastructure, cable hauling and network build roles.

Cable hauling & installation trainees

Trainees developing practical skills in hauling, jointing, terminating and installing telecommunications cabling.

Entry-level qualification seekers

Workers seeking a nationally recognised Certificate II to support employment in the telecommunications sector.

Future ICT30519 students

Those preparing to progress into telecommunications technology, structured cabling and ACMA pathways.

Course Structure

What you'll learn.

ICT20219 consists of 12 nationally recognised units of competency — 5 core units and 7 electives covering practical network build, cabling, safety and customer-service skills.

Entry Requirements

What you'll need to apply.

Minimum Age 18

Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years of age to commence nationally recognised telecommunications network build training.

LLN Assessment

A Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment confirms readiness to interpret technical documentation and safety information.

Pre-Training Review

A Pre-Training Review with ACTA College determines whether ICT20219 aligns with your goals and prior experience.

Unique Student Identifier

A valid USI is required for all nationally recognised training delivered in Australia.

Government-Issued ID

Applicants must provide suitable photographic identification during the enrolment process.

Visa Requirements

International applicants must hold a valid visa with study rights. Speak with an adviser to confirm current requirements.

Delivery & Assessment

How you'll learn and be assessed.

Face-to-Face

Trainer-led classroom and practical sessions delivered in ACTA College's simulated telecommunications and network build training environments.

Workplace-Based

Employer-supported practical training pathway where eligible, developing hauling, installation, jointing and testing skills on live network build projects.

Assessment methods may include

  • Practical demonstrations
  • Projects
  • Knowledge assessments
  • Workplace scenarios
  • Presentations
  • Observation
  • Written activities

Fees

Course fees.

The published fee covers tuition and assessment for the full qualification. Contact the enrolment team to confirm current fees and available payment options.

Face-to-Face

$5,160

Trainer-led classroom and practical learning at our Sydney or Canberra campus.

Pathways

Where this qualification can take you.

This qualification provides a recognised entry-level outcome in telecommunications network build and may prepare students for a range of NBN and broadband infrastructure roles.

Step 1

Trainee

Step 2

Cable Hauler / Installer

Step 3

NBN Linesworker

Step 4

Network Build Technician

Step 5

Telecommunications Technician

Career progression reflects opportunities the qualification may support. Outcomes vary according to experience, employment arrangements and relevant regulatory requirements including ACMA cabling registration.

NBN Infrastructure Linesworker

Support the construction, hauling and installation of underground and aerial telecommunications infrastructure across NBN network build projects.

NBN Installer

Assist with the installation of NBN network components, lead-ins and associated equipment on residential and commercial premises.

Broadband Network Cabling Installer

Haul, install and joint broadband cabling as part of Australia's telecommunications and broadband access networks.

Broadband Network Infrastructure Installer

Contribute to the build of broadband network infrastructure including pit and pipe works, conduit and cable support systems.

Optical Fibre Linesworker / Installer

Support the hauling, installation and preparation of optical fibre infrastructure for backhaul and access telecommunications networks.

Where You Can Study

Available in Sydney and Canberra.

ACTA College Sydney Campus

Sydney Campus

Ingleburn, NSW

15/3 Lancaster Street, Ingleburn NSW 2565

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ACTA College Canberra Campus

Canberra Campus

Belconnen, ACT

Cohen Street, Belconnen ACT 2617

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How to Enrol

Three simple steps.

01

Submit an enquiry

Send us your details using the enquiry form or call our team.

02

Confirm your eligibility

We complete your Pre-Training Review, LLN assessment and USI check.

03

Finalise your enrolment

Confirm your campus and study mode, then complete your enrolment paperwork.

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Frequently Asked Questions

ICT20219 — answered.

Applicants for ICT20219 Certificate II in Telecommunications Network Build and Operation must be a minimum of 18 years of age, hold a valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) and provide suitable government-issued identification at enrolment. Applicants must also demonstrate suitable Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills to safely interpret technical documentation, cabling schematics, network diagrams and workplace safety information, and complete a Pre-Training Review with ACTA College so we can confirm the qualification is suitable for their goals. International applicants should confirm current visa and study requirements with an ACTA College enrolment adviser before applying.
ICT20219 Certificate II in Telecommunications Network Build and Operation at ACTA College is typically completed over 26 weeks of full-time study. Actual completion time depends on the chosen study mode, workplace arrangements and the individual training plan agreed with the student. Students combining classroom learning with workplace-based practical training generally progress in line with their employer's rostered on-the-job hours and project schedule. Speak with an enrolment adviser to discuss realistic timeframes based on your circumstances.
The currently published face-to-face course fee for ICT20219 Certificate II in Telecommunications Network Build and Operation is $5,160. Fees may vary based on funding eligibility, workplace arrangements and payment options selected. ACTA College recommends that prospective students contact the enrolment team before enrolling to confirm that the published fee is current and to discuss available payment plans, inclusions and any additional costs that may apply.
ICT20219 is delivered through face-to-face trainer-led classroom and practical sessions in ACTA College's simulated telecommunications training environments, with workplace-based practical training available where eligible. The chosen study mode depends on eligibility, employer arrangements and campus availability. Speak with an ACTA College enrolment adviser to confirm the current delivery options and the mode best suited to your situation.
The qualification comprises 12 nationally recognised units of competency, made up of 5 core units and 7 elective units. The units cover underground and aerial cable installation, fibre optic infrastructure, coaxial cable jointing and termination, work health and safety, working safely at heights, radio frequency measuring instruments, telecommunications customer service and site preparation activities that support the construction of Australia's telecommunications and NBN networks. The specific electives offered form part of ACTA College's published training plan.
ICT20219 provides a nationally recognised outcome that may prepare students for entry-level roles such as NBN Infrastructure Linesworker, NBN Installer, Broadband Network Cabling Installer, Broadband Network Infrastructure Installer and Optical Fibre Linesworker/Installer. Graduates typically support the construction and maintenance of Australia's telecommunications and broadband infrastructure. Completion of the qualification does not automatically guarantee employment or licensing; ACMA cabling registration and other occupational requirements are set by the relevant regulatory authority.
Assessment in ICT20219 uses a combination of practical demonstrations, projects, knowledge assessments, workplace scenarios, presentations, observation and written activities. Assessment activities are aligned with the requirements of each unit of competency and are designed to confirm that students can safely and competently haul, install, joint and terminate telecommunications cabling and prepare infrastructure sites in a real work environment. Trainers guide students through each assessment and provide feedback throughout the qualification.
ICT20219 Certificate II in Telecommunications Network Build and Operation is delivered at ACTA College's Canberra campus in Belconnen ACT and Sydney campus in Ingleburn NSW. Both campuses provide purpose-equipped simulated telecommunications training environments with current industry equipment for underground cable hauling, aerial cable installation, coaxial jointing and fibre optic practice. Speak with an enrolment adviser to confirm the next available intake at your preferred campus.
Customer cabling work in Australia is regulated by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA). To perform customer cabling work connected to a telecommunications network, cablers must hold an appropriate ACMA cabler registration. ICT20219 focuses on network build and operation activities rather than customer premises cabling; students seeking ACMA cabling registration typically progress into further qualifications such as ICT30519 Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology. Speak with an ACTA College adviser about the right pathway for your goals.

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