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ICT30519

Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology

A nationally recognised qualification that equips students with the practical skills to install, test, maintain and troubleshoot telecommunications networks and customer cabling systems.

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Course Code

ICT30519

Duration

12 Months (Full-Time)

Campus

Sydney & Canberra

Recognition

Nationally Recognised Training

About the Qualification

What ICT30519 covers.

ICT30519 Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology equips students with the practical skills to install, test, maintain and troubleshoot telecommunications networks and customer cabling systems.

You'll develop capability across structured cabling, fibre optics, equipment installation, fault finding, customer service and workplace safety through hands-on learning in simulated and practical environments.

Graduates are well prepared for employment across Australia's telecommunications and communications infrastructure sectors. Successful completion does not automatically guarantee employment or licensing — ACMA cabling registration and other occupational requirements are determined by the relevant regulatory authority.

Course Structure

16

Total Units

6

Core

10

Elective

The structure shown reflects ACTA College's currently published course outline. Units and delivery arrangements may be updated where permitted under applicable training-package or transition requirements.

Who It's For

Who is this qualification for?

Aspiring technicians & installers

People starting out as telecommunications technicians, installers or cabling trainees.

School leavers

School leavers pursuing a career in telecommunications and communications infrastructure.

Career changers

Workers moving into communications infrastructure who want a nationally recognised qualification.

Future further study

Students preparing for further study in telecommunications engineering and networking.

Course Structure

What you'll learn.

ICT30519 consists of 16 nationally recognised units of competency — 6 core units and 10 electives.

Entry Requirements

What you'll need to apply.

Minimum age

Applicants must meet the minimum age requirement to commence nationally recognised telecommunications training.

Language, Literacy & Numeracy

An LLN assessment confirms readiness to read and interpret technical documentation, cabling schematics and safety information.

Pre-Training Review

A Pre-Training Review with ACTA College determines whether ICT30519 is suitable for your goals and prior experience.

Unique Student Identifier (USI)

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

Government-issued ID

Applicants must provide suitable government-issued photographic identification at enrolment.

Visa requirements

International students should confirm current visa and study requirements with an enrolment adviser before applying.

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 training environments at our Sydney and Canberra campuses.

Workplace-Based

Employer-supported practical training pathway where eligible, developing installation, cabling and testing skills on live telecommunications projects.

Assessment methods may include

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

Fees

Course fees.

Fees may vary based on funding eligibility, workplace arrangements and payment options selected. Contact our enrolment team to confirm the current fee and to discuss available payment plans.

Face-to-Face

$5,510

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

Pathways

Where this qualification can take you.

This qualification may prepare students for technician and installation roles across telecommunications and communications infrastructure. Outcomes depend on individual experience and industry requirements.

Step 1

Trainee

Step 2

Cabling Technician

Step 3

Telecommunications Technician

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.

Telecommunications Technician

Install, maintain, test and troubleshoot telecommunications networks and equipment across customer and carrier sites.

Telecommunications Installer

Install customer premises communication cabling, outlets, patch panels and associated equipment under ACMA rules.

Structured Cabling Technician

Install, terminate and certify structured copper and fibre cabling for commercial and institutional environments.

Fibre Optic Technician

Splice, terminate and test optical fibre cable across customer premises, backhaul and access network builds.

Communications Technician

Support voice, data and convergence network equipment across telecommunications and IT environments.

Further Study

Forms part of the pathway toward further study in telecommunications engineering and information technology networking.

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

ICT30519 — answered.

Applicants for ICT30519 Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology must be over the minimum age requirement, hold a valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) and provide suitable government-issued identification at enrolment. Applicants must also demonstrate the Language, Literacy and Numeracy skills needed to read and interpret technical documentation, cabling schematics and workplace safety information, and complete a Pre-Training Review with ACTA College so we can determine whether the qualification is suitable for their goals. International students should confirm current visa and study requirements with an ACTA College enrolment adviser before applying.
ICT30519 Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology at ACTA College is typically completed over 12 months of full-time study. Actual completion time depends on the chosen study mode, prior experience, workplace arrangements and the individual training plan. Students combining classroom learning with workplace-based practical training generally progress in line with their employer's schedule and rostered on-the-job hours. Speak with an enrolment adviser to discuss realistic timeframes based on your circumstances.
The currently published face-to-face course fee for ICT30519 Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology is $5,510. 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.
ICT30519 Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology 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 16 nationally recognised units of competency, made up of 6 core units and 10 elective units. The units cover the practical skills required for telecommunications installation, structured cabling, fibre optic cabling, coaxial cable, underground cable and enclosures, customer premises cabling under ACMA Restricted and Open Rules, work health and safety, and telecommunications customer service. The specific electives offered form part of ACTA College's published training plan.
ICT30519 Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology provides a nationally recognised outcome that may prepare students for roles such as Telecommunications Technician, Telecommunications Installer, Structured Cabling Technician, Fibre Optic Technician, Communications Technician and Network Installation Technician. It also forms part of the pathway toward further study in telecommunications engineering and information technology networking. 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 ICT30519 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 install, terminate, test and troubleshoot telecommunications cabling and equipment in a real work environment. Trainers guide students through each assessment and provide feedback throughout the qualification.
ICT30519 Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology is delivered at ACTA College's Sydney campus in Ingleburn NSW and Canberra campus in Belconnen ACT. Both campuses provide purpose-equipped simulated telecommunications training environments with current industry equipment for structured cabling, fibre optic termination and testing, coaxial cable, and customer premises communications cabling practice. Speak with an enrolment adviser to confirm the next available intake at your preferred campus.

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