Concepts of telecommunications

Description

The telecommunication principles, theories, models, equipment and processes such as transfer rate, bandwidth, signal-to-noise ratio, bit error ratio and C/N ratio, as well as the effect of the qualities of the transmission path on the operation and quality of telecommunications.

Alternative labels

telecommunication

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential knowledge

Concepts of telecommunications is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:

Telecommunications technician: Telecommunications technicians install, test, maintain and troubleshoot telecommunications systems. They repair or replace defective devices and equipment and maintain a safe working environment and a complete inventory of supplies. They also provide user or customer assistance.
 
Communication infrastructure maintainer: Communication infrastructure maintainers install, repair, run and maintain infrastructure for communication systems.

Optional knowledge

Concepts of telecommunications is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Telephone switchboard operator: Telephone switchboard operators establish telephone connections by using switchboards and consoles. They also answer customer inquiries and service problem reports.
Military engineer: Military engineers perform technical and scientific functions in the military, such as the development of concepts for military technical equipment, support of the manufacturing of military equipment, and technical research, maintenance, and quality assurance.
ICT network technician: ICT network technicians install, maintain and troubleshoot networks, data communications equipment and network installed devices such as printers and storage area networks. They also analyse and fix network-related problems reported by users.
Warfare specialist: Warfare specialists perform strategic duties, such as making tactical decisions, detecting and identifying potential threats, and locating targets and objectives. They communicate with the other teams to ensure the efficiency of the operation, and also oversee the safety of the team.

 


 

References

  1. Concepts of telecommunications – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022