DIPLOMA DESCRIPTION
The holder of this diploma will have acquired the General Competence with regard to:
Fitting and maintaining telecommunications and audiovisual installations, radiocommunications installations, and home automation installations, applying current legislation, quality, safety, and labor risk protocols, guaranteeing their functionality and respect for the environment.
RANGE OF OCCUPATIONS ACCESSIBLE TO THE HOLDER OF THE DIPLOMA
The Technician in Telecommunications Installations works in microenterprises and small to medium-sized companies, mostly private, in the areas of fitting and maintenance of telecommunications infrastructures, closed circuit television (CCTV), electronic security systems, telephone and data networks, sound reinforcement and public address systems, radio communications, home automation, and computer systems, either as self-employed or as an employee.
The most relevant occupations or jobs include:
- Telecommunications fitter in home buildings
- Aerial fitter
- Security systems fitter
- Expert in local networks and telematics
- Expert in fitting-maintaining local networks
- Telephone fitter
- Telephone and telematics equipment fitter-assembler
- Expert in sound installations
- Public address systems fitter
- Home automation systems fitter-assembler
- Expert in fitting-maintaining computer equipment
- Expert in fitting-maintaining radio systems
AWARD, ACCREDITATION, AND LEVEL OF THE DIPLOMA
Name of the awarding body:
Spanish Ministry of Education or the different Autonomous Communities according to their areas of competence. The title has academic and professional validity throughout Spain.
Official duration of the education/training leading to the diploma:
2000 hours.
Level of the diploma (national or international):
- NATIONAL: Post-Compulsory Secondary Education
- INTERNATIONAL:
- Level 3 of the International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED3).
- Level ______ of the European Qualifications Framework (EQF__).
Entry requirements:
Holding the Certificate in Compulsory Secondary Education or passing the corresponding access test.
Access to next level of education/training:
This diploma may provide access to Higher Technical Cycles provided that an entrance exam is passed.
Legal basis:
- Minimum teaching requirements established by the State: Royal Decree 1632/2009, of 30 October, which establishes the diploma of Technician in Telecommunications Systems and its corresponding minimum teaching requirements.
Summary of Learning Outcomes for Each Module:
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Common Telecommunications Infrastructures Within Houses and Buildings:
The diploma holder acquires the skills to identify, configure, and install common telecommunications systems in residential and commercial buildings. They analyze infrastructure elements, select appropriate components, and apply installation techniques based on technical documentation. They are trained to adjust system parameters, detect and diagnose faults, and perform repairs following manufacturers' recommendations. Compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards is a key part of their training. -
Home Automation Installations:
The holder learns to design, install, and maintain smart home systems, understanding how automatic control areas and systems work in residential settings. They configure home automation systems according to specifications, ensuring correct functionality and regulatory compliance. In addition to installation, they acquire skills in diagnosing and repairing breakdowns using diagnostic tools and measurement techniques. -
Applied Electronics:
This module focuses on the fundamental principles of electricity and electronics, equipping students with the ability to calculate parameters in DC and AC circuits. They gain hands-on experience fitting analog circuits, power supplies, operational amplifiers, and digital logic circuits. Additionally, they explore micro-programmable circuits and their applications in telecommunications, ensuring a thorough understanding of modern electronic systems. -
Microcomputer Equipment:
The diploma holder acquires practical skills in assembling and configuring microcomputer systems, installing operating systems, and optimizing hardware-software compatibility. They learn to install and configure peripherals, troubleshoot hardware and software issues, and maintain systems according to manufacturers' specifications. Ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations is an essential part of their responsibilities. -
Data Networks and Telephone Systems Infrastructures:
This module provides in-depth knowledge of local and wireless networks, telephone systems, and PBX switching. The holder learns to install cabling systems, configure telephone networks, and apply fitting techniques for both wired and wireless infrastructures. They gain skills in diagnosing and repairing network faults, maintaining system efficiency, and implementing security measures. -
Basic Wiring Systems:
The student learns to fit electrical installations in residential and commercial environments following national low voltage regulations. They install and maintain basic electric circuits, protection boards, and motor installations. They also develop competencies in applying electrical measurement techniques and troubleshooting faults to ensure safe and efficient installations. -
Public Address Systems and Sound Reinforcement Installations:
The diploma holder gains expertise in the installation and maintenance of public address and sound reinforcement systems for buildings, outdoor areas, and vehicles. They configure and fit these systems by interpreting technical plans and specifications, diagnosing malfunctions, and carrying out repairs to ensure optimal performance. -
Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) and Electronic Safety:
This module covers the installation and maintenance of CCTV and security systems. The student learns to configure monitoring systems, install alarm and auxiliary equipment, and set up visualization and control software. They gain skills in maintaining and troubleshooting safety systems, ensuring regulatory compliance and security effectiveness. -
Radio Communications Installations:
The holder acquires knowledge about fixed and mobile radio communication systems, including their characteristics and applications. They install, configure, and maintain radio equipment, analyze system parameters, and troubleshoot malfunctions using specialized diagnostic tools and procedures. -
Professional Training and Guidance:
This module provides the holder with knowledge of the labor market, teamwork strategies, employment rights and obligations, and risk prevention measures. They participate in the development of risk prevention plans and apply measures to ensure a safe working environment in telecommunications installations. -
Business and Entrepreneurial Initiative:
The diploma holder gains entrepreneurial skills by analyzing market opportunities and the feasibility of establishing a small business. They learn the legal, administrative, and financial aspects of running an enterprise and apply basic business management practices, including accounting and taxation. -
On the Job Training:
The student applies their skills in a real-world setting, participating in installation, configuration, and maintenance tasks. They gain practical experience in legal compliance, quality assurance, and troubleshooting under the supervision of professionals in the field.
