TLE 312 Teaching

Learning Competencies
in ICT

ACTIVITY #3

Prepared by: Novee Gen M. Bayog BTVTED 4C

 1. Define and describe the “Telecom OSP Subscriber Line Installation (copper cable, pots
and DSL) NC II”.

Telecom OSP and Subscriber Line Installation (Copper Cable/POTS and DSL) NC
II is a course which is designed to develop & enhance the knowledge, skills, & attitudes
of a Copper Cable Splicer/Jointer and Telephone and Broadband Installer. It is
qualification that consists of competencies or mastery that a person must possess to
splice copper cable, install outside-plant (OSP) and subscriber line for plain old telephone
system (POTS) and digital subscriber line (DSL). This qualifications covers installation of
pole hardware, cable terminal, line wire and accessories; installation of main copper
cable; splicing/jointing cable terminal to main aerial/underground copper cable splices;
basic troubleshooting and correction on cable fault and error; installation POTS
subscriber line; and installation of digital subscriber lines.

2. Unit of competency of “Telecom OSP Subscriber Line Installation (copper cable, pots and
DSL) NC II” , their elements in each competency, and put a description in each element.

Unit of Competency in “Telecom OSP Subscriber Line Installation (copper cable.

POTS, and DSL) NC II, their elements and descriptions

 Participate in workplace communication

 Work in team environment
 Practice career professionalism
 Practice occupational health and safety procedures

UNIT OF COMPETENCY: PARTICIPATE IN WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION

Element Description
Obtain and convey workplace information  Specific and relevant information is
accessed from appropriate sources
 Effective questioning, active listening and
speaking skills are used to gather and
convey information
 Appropriate medium is used to transfer
information and ideas
 Appropriate non- verbal communication is
used
 Appropriate lines of communication with
supervisors and colleagues are identified
and followed
 
Defined workplace procedures for the
location and storage of information are
used
Personal interaction is carried out clearly and
concisely
Participate in workplace meetings and  Team meetings are attended on time
discussions  Own opinions are clearly expressed and
those of others are listened to without
interruption
 Meeting inputs are consistent with the
meeting purpose and established
protocols
 Workplace interactions are conducted in
a courteous manner
 Questions about simple routine workplace
procedures and matters concerning
working conditions of employment are
asked and responded to
 Meetings outcomes are interpreted and
implemented
Complete relevant work related documents  Range of forms relating to conditions of
employment are completed accurately and
legibly
 Workplace data is recorded on standard
workplace forms and documents
 Basic mathematical processes are used for
routine calculations
 Errors in recording information on forms/
documents are identified and properly
acted upon
 Reporting requirements to supervisor are
completed according to organizational
guidelines
UNIT OF COMPETENCY: WORK IN TEAM ENVIRONMENT
Element Description
Describe team role and scope  The role and objective of the team is
identified from available sources of
information
Team parameters, reporting relationships
and responsibilities are identified from
team discussions and appropriate external
sources
Identify own role and responsibility  Individual role and responsibilities within
within team the team environment are identified
 Roles and responsibility of other team
members are identified and recognized
Reporting relationships within team and
external to team are identified
 Work as a team member
UNIT OF COMPETENCY: PRACTICE CAREER PROFESSIONALISM
Element
Integrate personal objectives with
organizational goals
Set and meet work priorities
Maintain professional growth and
development
 Effective and appropriate forms of
communications used and interactions
undertaken with team members who
contribute to known team activities and
objectives
 Effective and appropriate contributions
made to complement team activities and
objectives, based on individual skills and
competencies and workplace context
 Observed protocols in reporting using
standard operating procedures

Contribute to the development of team
work plans based on an understanding of
team’s role and objectives and individual
competencies of the members.
Description
 Personal growth and work plans are
pursued towards improving the
qualifications set for the profession
 Intra- and interpersonal relationships are
maintained in the course of managing
oneself based on performance evaluation
Commitment to the organization and its
goal is demonstrated in the performance
of duties
 Competing demands are prioritized to
achieve personal, team and organizational
goals and objectives.
 Resources are utilized efficiently and
effectively to manage work priorities and
commitments
 Practices along economic use and
maintenance of equipment and facilities
are followed as per established
procedures
 Trainings and career opportunities are
identified and availed of based on job
requirements
 Recognitions are sought/received and
demonstrated as proof of career
advancement
 Licenses and/or certifications relevant
to job and career are obtained and
renewed every 3 years

UNIT OF COMPETENCY: PRACTICE OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY PROCEDURES
Element
Identify hazards and risks
Evaluate hazards and risks
Control hazards and risks
Maintain OHS awareness
Description
 Safety regulations and workplace safety
and hazard control practices and
procedures are clarified and explained
based on organization procedures
 Hazards/risks in the workplace and their
corresponding indicators are identified to
minimize or eliminate risk to co-workers,
workplace and environment in accordance
with organization procedures
Contingency measures during workplace
accidents, fire and other emergencies are
recognized and established in accordance
with organization procedures
 Terms of maximum tolerable limits which
when exceeded will result in harm or
damage are identified based on threshold
limit values (TLV)
 Effects of the hazards are determined
 OHS issues and/or concerns and identified
safety hazards are reported to designated
personnel in accordance with workplace
requirements and relevant workplace OHS
legislation
 Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
procedures for controlling hazards/risks in
workplace are consistently followed
 Procedures for dealing with workplace
accidents, fire and emergencies are
followed in accordance with organization
OHS policies
 Personal protective equipment (PPE) is
correctly used in accordance with
organization OHS procedures and
practices
Appropriate assistance is provided in the
event of a workplace emergency in
accordance with established organization
protocol
 Emergency-related drills and trainings
are participated in as per established
organization guidelines and procedures
OHS personal records are completed
and updated in accordance with workplace
requirements
  Apply Quality Standards
 Operate a Personal Computer

UNIT COMPETENCY: APPLY QUALITY STANDARDS

Element Description
Assess quality of received materials or  Work instructions are obtained and work is
components carried out in accordance with standard
operating procedures
 Received materials or component parts
are checked against workplace standards
and specifications
 Faulty material or components related to
work are identified and isolated
 Faults and any identified causes are
recorded and/or reported to the supervisor
concerned in accordance with workplace
procedures
Faulty materials or components are replaced in
accordance with workplace procedures
Assess own work  Documentation relative to quality within the
company is identified and used
 Completed work is checked against
workplace standards relevant to the task
undertaken
 Faulty pieces are identified and isolated
 Information on the quality and other
indicators of production performance is
recorded in accordance with workplace
procedures
Deviations from specified quality standards,
causes are documented and reported in
accordance with the workplace’ standards
operating procedures
Engage in quality improvement  Process improvement procedures are
participated in relation to workplace
assignment
 Work is carried out in accordance with
process improvement procedures
Performance of operation or quality of
product or service to ensure customer
satisfaction is monitored
UNIT COMPETENCY: OPERATE A PERSONAL COMPUTER

Elements Description
1. Start the computer  The peripheral devices are properly
connected
 Power is checked and the computer and
peripheral devices are switched on
 Proper logging in and logging off is
successfully done
 The operating system features and
functions are accessed and navigated
Hardware configuration and other system
features are checked
2. Arrange and customize desktop  The desktop screen or GUI elements are
display/ GUI settings changed as needed
 Desktop icons are added, renamed, moved,
copied or deleted
 The online help functions are accessed or
used as needed
 Desktop icons of application programs are
selected, opened and closed
 Properties of icons are displayed
 Computer or desktop settings are saved and
restored
3. Work with files and folders (or  A file or folder is created, opened, moved,
directories) renamed or copied
 Files are located, deleted and restored

 Details and properties of files and folders are
displayed or viewed
 Various files are organized for easy lookup
and use
 Files and information are searched
1. Disks are checked, erased or formatted as
necessary

4. Work with user application  Application programs are added,

programs changed, removed or ran
 User software or application program are
installed, updated and upgraded
 Information/data are moved between
documents or files
5. Print information  Printer is added or installed and correct
printer settings is ensured
 Default printer is assigned accordingly
 Information or document is printed on the
installed printer
  Progress of print jobs are viewed and
deleted as required
6. Shut down computer  All open application programs are closed
 Computer and peripheral devices are properly
shut down

 Install pole hardware, cable terminal, line wire and accessories ICT
 Perform main cable installation ICT
 Splice/Joint cable terminal to main aerial and/or underground copper cable
splice ICT
 Perform basic troubleshooting and correction of cable fault and error ICT
 Install POTS subscriber line ICT

 Install Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)

UNIT OF COMPETENCY: INSTALL POLE HARDWARE, CABLE TERMINAL, LINE WIRE

AND ACCESSORIES
Element
Prepare for pole hardware, cable
terminal and line wire installation
Installation constraints and safety hazards are
Description
 Necessary tools, materials and personal
protective equipment (PPE) are
prepared in line with job requirements.
 Information on proposed locations and
necessary approvals from relevant
authorities is obtained.
 Site is cleared and prepared to provide
unrestricted access for installation works in
accordance with joint pole agreement
identified and suitable action is determined
  Installation site is made safe through
Perform pole hardware, cable
erection of necessary barriers in
terminal, line wire and accessories
accordance with standard practices and
installation
applicable rules and regulations
 Fixing structures on pole are installed
securely in accordance with
manufacturer’s specifications and joint
pole agreement (JPA) and/or enterprise
standards
 Fixing devices where the support is other
than a pole is installed in accordance with
the JPA and/or enterprise standards
 Pole identifier marks are placed on
installed poles for identification
 Ground are installed and grounding wires
are bonded to messenger wire of copper
cable in accordance with the industry
construction standards
 Guy-wire assembly is installed and
tensioned to required specifications
 Problems encountered are reported as per
standard operating procedures (SOP).
 Installation and design amendments
are reported/ documented in accordance
with job requirements

UNIT OF COMPETENCY: PERFORM MAIN CABLE INSTALLATION
Description
Element
 Necessary tools, equipment, materials
1. Prepare for cable jointing and
and personal protective equipment
installation
(PPE) are prepared in line with job
requirements.
 Cable preparation and installation
requirements and constraints from plan
and site inspection are identified as per job
requirements
 Cable preparation and installation
equipment is set up in accordance with
manufacturer's and job requirements
 Site is made safe and secure for cable
installation
 Suitable protective clothing is selected and
required safety devices used
 Support structure is assessed as safe for
normal working conditions
Cable route is checked for obstructions
and vertical clearances from street level
 and are made clear using suitable
methods and in coordination with
authorities concerned.
 Occupational health & safety (OH&S)
2. Install main cable
policies and procedures are followed
based on safety requirements.
 Tools, equipment, clothing and safety
requirements are identified and obtained
for the sheath opening, bonding,
grounding and securing bunch end.
 Sheath opening of the cable terminal stub
and main cable, bonding and grounding
are installed as required per outside plant
standards.
 Cables are bind and secured in
accordance with standard installation
procedures
 Loop and bending radius tolerance is
insured for cable materials at all times in
accordance with outside plant standards
 Problems encountered are reported as per
standard operating procedures (SOP).
 Waste materials are removed from
workplace and disposed off in accordance
with government regulations and
environmental health and safety
requirements.
UNIT OF COMPETENCY: SPLICE/ JOINT CABLE TERMINAL TO MAIN AERIAL AND/OR
UNDERGROUND COPPER CABLE SPLICE
Description
Element
Splice and join cable terminal and  Necessary tools, equipment, materials
and personal protective equipment
main cable pairs for aerial copper
(PPE) are identified and prepared in line
cable works
with job requirements.
 Cable pairs Identification, twisting
techniques and crimping/connectorization
are performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s specifications and as per
design plan/assignment.
 Group binders and segregation of cable
pairs are performed as per job
requirements and assignment.
Accomplishment reports are accurately
reported/ documented in accordance with
job requirements

Splice and join straight and
branch cable pairs for
underground copper cable works
1.
Splice and join straight and
branch cable pairs for
underground copper cable works
Install Cable Closure
 Necessary tools, equipment, materials and
personal protective equipment (PPE) are
identified and prepared in line with job
requirements
 Manhole and cable preparation for
splicing/joining of straight/branch splices is
performed in line with job requirements
 Cable pairs identification, twisting
techniques and crimping/connectorization
is performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s specifications and as per
design plan/assignment
 Group binders and segregation of cable
pairs are performed as per job
requirements and assignment.
Accomplishment reports are accurately
reported/ documented in accordance with
job requirements
 Necessary tools, equipment, materials and
personal protective equipment (PPE) are
identified and prepared in line with job
requirements
 Manhole and cable preparation for
splicing/joining of straight/branch splices is
performed in line with job requirements
 Cable pairs identification, twisting
techniques and crimping/connectorization
is performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s specifications and as per
design plan/assignment
 Group binders and segregation of cable
pairs are performed as per job
requirements and assignment.
 Accomplishment reports are accurately
reported/ documented in accordance with
job requirements
 Cable closure is applied to spliced cable
pairs in accordance with product
specification
 Problems encountered are reported as per
standard operating procedures (SOP).
 Flush testing of completed closure is
performed according to job requirements
and SOP to prevent water and moisture
entry.
  Spliced cable are attached to messenger
Install Cable Support
wire/cable rack for support in line with job
requirements and product specifications
 Job completion report is prepared in line with
enterprise procedures
UNIT OF COMPETENCY: PERFORM BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING AND
CORRRECTION OF CABLE FAULT AN ERROR
Description
Element

Documentation are required and
Prepare for cable fault and error
interpreted in accordance with enterprise
troubleshooting
procedures
 Necessary tools, equipment, materials
and personal protective equipment
(PPE) are identified and prepared in line
with job requirements.
 Cable pair’s identification and
preparation is performed in accordance
with job requirements and
assignments.
 Identification and interpretation of cable
Test and correct cable faults and
faults and errors is performed as per job
errors
requirements
 Corrective action is applied in line with
enterprise procedure
 Accomplishment report is prepared
according to enterprise policy
 Tools, equipment and materials are
Wrap up job
gathered and stored back to the service
vehicle
 Waste materials are removed from work
place and disposed of in accordance with
government regulations and
environmental requirements
 Changes made are restored to the work
area during installation, splicing/jointing
and re-splicing to complete/clear for
acceptance and approval.
UNIT COMPETENCY: INSTAALL POTS SUBSCRIBER LINE
Description
Element
 Necessary tools, materials and personal
1. Prepare distribution point to
protective equipment (PPE) are
customer premises installation
prepared in line with job requirements.
 Information on proposed installation
locations are identified based on service
order
  Site is cleared and prepared to provide
unrestricted access for installation works in
accordance with joint pole agreement
 Installation constraints and safety
hazards are identified and suitable
action determined
 Occupational health & safety (OH&S)
2. Layout and install drop wire and
policies and procedures are followed
house attachment
based on safety requirements.
 Distribution point terminal are identified in
line with service order
 Drop wire are terminated in line with
service order
 Drop wire layout installation from
distribution point to station protector is
performed in line with standard installation
procedure
 House attachment is installed and
secured permanently to support drop wire
in accordance with standard installation
procedure
 Grounding elements are installed in
accordance with established standards
 Problems encountered are reported in line
with standard operating procedures (SOP).
 Connecting Block (CBK) are installed in
3. Install telephone set and
line with installation manual
accessories
 Jacketed wire is terminated and connected
to CBK based on installation manual
 Telephone instrument is installed in line
with installation manual
 Problems encountered are reported as per
standard operating procedures (SOP).
1. Installation is properly documented
according to SOP.
 Tools, equipment and materials are
4. Wrap up job
gathered and stored back to the service
vehicle
 Waste materials are removed from work
place and disposed off in accordance with
government regulations and
environmental health & safety
requirements
2. Changes made are restored to the work
area during installation, disconnection and
reconnection to the customer's satisfaction
 UNIT OF COMPETENCY: INSTALL DIGITAL SUBSCRIBER LINE (DSL)
Description
Element
 Subscriber’s unit specification is
Prepare for DSL Modem
checked in accordance with system
Installation
requirements
 Necessary tools, equipment, materials
and personal protective equipment (PPE)
are identified and prepared in line with
job requirements.
 Occupational health & safety (OH&S)
Perform Installation of DSL Modem
policies and procedures are followed
based on safety requirements.
 Voice-Data splitter is connected in line
with installation manual.
 Modem is installed and configured in line
with modem installation manual.
 Internet connection is tested in line with
enterprise procedure
 Installation report is documented
according to SOP
3. Interpersonal skills is demonstrated in
dealing with subscriber concerns in
line with enterprise procedures
 Tools, equipment and materials are
Wrap up job
gathered and stored back to the service
vehicle
4. Waste materials are removed from work
place and disposed off in accordance with
environmental requirements

3. What are the trainee entry requirements?

The trainee entry requirements includes the following: He/she should be able to
communicate in oral and written language. He/she should be able to perform basic
mathematical computations and he/she must be physically and mentally fit to undergo
training. This list does not include specific institutional requirements such as educational
attainment, appropriate work experience and others that may be required from the trainees
by the school or training center delivering the TVET program.
4. List the tools, materials, and equipment to be used during the installation. (Include the
picture or image of each tools/material/equipment)

TOOLS
Name Picture
Set of wrenches

Set of screwdrivers

Torque wrench

F-open wrench

Bolt cutter

Cable slitter

Electrician scissors

Staple gun

Technician’s knife
 Cable prep tool

Set of hammer

Set of pliers

Boring tools

Blow torch

Poly knife

Hacksaw

Cable tensioner/ rachet/ coping jack

Crimping/ compression tool

Cable guide

Aerial hand line

Set of ropes
 Tape linen/steel tape

Manhole hook

Manhole Ladder 10 ft

Extension Ladder 20ft

Fixing brackets/ clamps

Gimlet

Lay-up stick / cable lifter

Adjustable wrench

Extension ladders (24 ft. length)

fixing brackets/ clamps

lay-up stick / cable lifter

Drill/electric drill (w/ bits of various sizes)

Gimlet

EQUIPMENT

Name Picture
Lineman boom truck

Line extender

Service vehicle

Cable trailer

Reel stand

Lashing machine

Manhole pump
 Power supply

Trunk amplifier

TV set

LCD

Karaoke

Microphone

DVD /VCD /MP3 players

Personal computers/ internet

(PPE)
Safety shoes

Body belt & strap

Hard hat/ helmet

 Rain coat

Set gloves

Safety goggles
tool pouch/holster

Safety cones/other collapsible signs

MATERIALS

Name Picture
Screw hooks

Lag screws

Extension arm

Closure kits

Grounding wire (gauge 12, stranded)

Grounding rod (1/4’ by 4’ with clamp)

Cable clamps

Standard rope

Color coded marked tape

UY-Connectors

Strand clamps

Soap

Anchor and grounding rods

Cable support

Cable tie

Rubber boots

Sidewalk guy fixture

Bonding clamp
Cable spacer

Adhesive tape
5. List down the steps or procedures of installation. (Include the picture or image of each
tools/material/equipment)

STEPS AND PROCEDURES OF INSTALLATION

1. INSTALL POLE HARDWARE, CABLE TERMINAL, LINE WIRE AND

ACCESSORIES
PROCEDURES:
1.Prepare for pole hardware, cable terminal and line wire installation.

 Necessary tools, materials and personal protective equipment

(PPE) are prepared in line with job requirements.
 Information on proposed locations and necessary approvals
from relevant authorities is obtained.
 Site is cleared and prepared to provide unrestricted access
for installation works in accordance with joint pole agreement.
 Installation constraints and safety hazards are identified
and suitable action is determined
2. Perform pole hardware, cable terminal, line wire and accessories installation
 Fix the devices where the support is other than a pole are installed in accordance
with the JPA and/or enterprise standards
 Pole identifier marks are placed on installed poles for identification
 Ground are installed and grounding wires are bonded to messenger wire of
copper cable in accordance with the industry construction standards
 Guy-wire assembly is installed and tensioned to required specifications
 Problems encountered are reported as per standard operating procedures
(SOP).
 Installation and design amendments are reported/ documented in accordance
with job requirements

Precaution on Body Belts

Observe the following general precautions regarding straps and body belts:
A. Do not fasten hand lines to body belts or safety strap unless such lines are coiled
for carrying.
B. Do not unbuckle the body belts whole aloft.
C. Do not punch additional holes in belts or straps.
D. Do not throw belts or strap to the ground while working aloft.
E. Do not use body belts to assist in piking poles.
F. Be sure hooks are properly engaged in d-rings.
 2. PERFORM MAIN CABLE INSTALLATION

PROCEDURES
1.Prepare for cable jointing and installation
 Prepare Necessary tools, equipment, materials and personal protective
equipment (PPE).
 Identify the Cable preparation and installation requirements and
constraints from plan and site inspection.
 Set-up the cable preparation and installation equipment in accordance
with manufacturer's and job requirements
 Site is made safe and secure for cable installation
 Cable route is checked for obstructions and vertical clearances from street
level and are made clear using suitable methods and in coordination with
authorities concerned.

2.Install Main Cable

 Identify and obtain the proper tools, equipment, clothing and safety requirements
for the sheath opening, bonding, grounding and securing bunch end. Sheath
opening of the cable terminal stub and main cable, bonding and grounding are
installed as required per outside plant standards.
 Bind and secure the cables in accordance with standard installation procedures.
 Loop and bend the radius tolerance to insure the cable materials at all times in
accordance with outside plant standards
  Waste materials should be removed from workplace and disposed off in
accordance with government regulations and environmental health and safety
requirements.

3.CABLE PREPARATION
3. SPLICE/JOINT CABLE TERMINAL TO MAIN AERIAL AND/OR
UNDERGROUND COPPER CABLE SPLICE
PROCEDURE
5. PERFORM BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING AND CORRECTION OF CABLE
FAULT AND ERROR
 5.INSTALL POTS SUBSCRIBER LINE

Procedure:
1. Arrange tools, materials and equipment needed.

2. Extend ladder to pole as per manufacturers specifications and techniques.

3. Wear safety gadgets to prevent accidents.

4. Ascend and descend on pole with care.

5. Install jumper wire on the assigned cable pair at DP

6. Install pole attachment and parallel wire.

7. Install house attachments and dropwire on subs premises.

8. Install station protector and grounding.

9. Connect the dropwire and inside wire to the station protector.

10. Lay out and fixed permanently the inside wire.

11. Install connecting block and connect the inside wire.

12. Install and connect the telephone instrument to the CBK.

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6. INSTALL DIGITAL SUBSCRIBER LINE (DSL)
6. Qualification of a Trainer

 A trainer who is qualified in handling this qualification must be a holder of Telecom

OSP and Subscriber line Installation (Copper Cable/POTS and DSL) NC II or
equivalent, holder of National TVET Trainers Certificate Level I, must have at least
5-years relevant industry experience and must be physically & mentally fit.