Installing and testing fiber optics the fiber optic association. This technology enables telecommunications service providers to send voice, data, and video at ever increasing rates. Cfots have appropriate knowledge, skills and abilities in fiber optics that can be applied to almost any job design, installation, operation for almost any application outside plant, premises, manufacturing, etc. The fiber optic connector and splicing module was designed to be used as a supplement for the industrial fiber optics fiber optic demonstration system, although it can be used separately.
Cfot certified fiber optic technician is the primary foa certification for all fiber optics applications. Certified optic fibre installer cofisa ctu training. Foa is chartered to promote fiber optics through education, certification and standards. Commscopes online training services for cabling infrastructure solutions. This technology is allowing worldwide communications voice, video and data to. Foa is the international professional association of fiber optics.
Installation guide for optical fibre cable edition 05. The handson exam will take place on the last day of the class. In general, there are two methods to link optical fibers together. The fiber optic association specialist certifications. An optical fiber is a long thin strand of impurityfree glass used as a transport medium for data. A geospatially enabled fiber management system the solution to these problems is an information system that integrates both the design and asset. While for many people, fiber optic training is about splicing and installation, our fiber optic and optical network training classes go deeper into the intricacies of optical communications for designers, planners and operation staff of todays networks and next generation networks.
Bts, recognizes the need for quality handson training to keep up with new and existing technologies. Its mission was to provide training that covered fiber optic theory, handson skills testing assessments, and a practical exam which would test a students ability to comprehend and problem solve practical applications he or she would encounter in the field. For example, all undersea longhaul telecommunications cable is fiberoptic. Fiber u specialist skillsbased courses and certifications outside plant osp c onstruction foa has extensive training programs and certifications on all aspects of fiber optic cable plant design, installation, testing and operation, but most of the outside plant osp programs like the one below begin at the point of preparing the cable for splicing, termination or testing. Of course, we collaborate with others with many years of.
This term is commonly used in the fiber optics industry to express wavelength or frequency of transmitted light. This text contains the powerpoint slides for chapters 120 of professional fiber optic installation, v. Sprint use optical fiber cable to carry plain old telephone. Fiber optic installation safety rules for fiber optic installation foa tech bulletin.
While mike was in school, he took courses in optics, fiber. These signals can be analog or digital voice, data or video information and fiber can transport more information longer distances in less time than any copper wire. The center most silica strand is the cone of the fiber with a refractive index1 of approximately 1. Apr 15, 2015 join terry power as he discusses the steps involved in designing a successful fiber optic system. List common material classifications for a fiber optic cable. The fiber school fiber optic training and certifcation. This fiber optic installation training course is designed for those who layout, install or maintain fiber optic cabling systems. After attending a threeday ntt training seminar, your employees will be able to identify the components of. Fiber u foa online selfstudy programs about fiber optics.
The fiber school was established by the president of the fiber optic marketplace, llc christopher labonge. Fiber optic, electronic security networking techician esnt and ip cctv networking certification training classes for physical security, telecommunications and field technicians. Ideal fiber optic basic training guide lasertec, center for. Design and installation weve developed a comprehensive training program to meet the needs of fiber optic contractors, installers, designers, and end users. This training will give you an overview of how predictive maintenance technologies can be incorporated into your maintenance program. Picture sending signals zipping along from one location to another in the form of light guided through thin fibers of glass or plastic. Kitco fiber optics is pleased to announce we are the first approved certified fiber optic training company to offer this training. Certified fiber optics technician fot competency requirements.
The range of recommended installation temperatures of cables is much smaller than the operating temperature ranges. Suited to anyone working with optical fiber at any level, the online course covers fiber optic infrastructure transmission, construction, planning, installation, termination, inspection, testing and more. Typical components found in a pointtopoint optical communication system. Pdf fiber optic technical training manual acknowledgements. The fiber optic products most sold online may be the various fiber optic cable assemblies and related. Fiber optic training advanced and basic bdi datalynk. Message input laser detector message output electrical input electrical. A fiber optic installer has a general understanding of optical fiber installation, fiber. The course material prepares each student to skillfully work with fiber optic splicing, termination, testing and troubleshooting equipment in a wide variety of commonly found work conditions in an inside plant and outside plant environment. If you have recently implemented fiber optics in your workplace, are planning to, or if you want to make sure your employees thoroughly understand fiber optics, you should consider enrolling in a fiber optic training seminar at ntt inc. Downloads and links light brigade fiber optic training.
Buy today powerpoint slides for professional fiber optic installation, v9. Optical fiber is a highlytransparent strand of glass that transmits light signals with low attenuation loss of signal power over long distances, providing nearly limitless bandwidth. In order to more effectively offer this training, kitco has bundled certain. Thin strands of highly transparent glass or sometimes plastic that guide light. Check the continuity and attenuation of the cable before each operation. This class provides a practical understanding of the proper design, installation, and maintenance of fiber optic networks. We develop and deliver critical training that provides the fiber optic knowledge and the field installation, splicing and testing skills you need to get the job done right. This fiber optic training combines theory and 85% handson activities to prepare the student to take the cfot certified fiber optic technician test that is sanctioned by the foa fiber optics association and given. Optical fiber has many advantages over traditional copper cable and.
Unlike the outside plant technician, the premises cabler who is often also installing the power cable and cat 5 for lans too. Certified optical fibre installer cofi this course is designed for installation and maintenance staff working on a range view course fibre optic test and measurement workshop this fibre optic test and measurement workshop focuses on providing the basic information view course fttx for installers and technicians this fourday class has been developed with 16 hours. In premises applications, fiber optic cables can be used as the backbone cabling in a standard structured cabling network, connecting network hardware in the computer roommain cross connect. These handson fiber optic classes allow students to work directly with equipment and materials ideal for installation, termination, troubleshooting, and system design. The optical fiber is made up of two concentric cylindrical strands of silica surrounded by a plastic coating. If you are engineers or if you already are familiar with fiber optic products and systems you can skip it. Optical fiber cable construction for various installation environments and safety. Bdi datalynk fiber optic training courses are low cost, internationally recognized, accredited by bicsi and sanctioned by the fiber optics association foa.
Fiber optic network design this is a specialist application certification covering fiber optic network design intended for network owners, it personnel, facilities managers, network designers, estimators or technicians involved in the design or installation of fiber networks. This course is especially recommended for network owners and. Ftth training programme and certification for telecommunications. Commscopes fiber optic training courses provide a comprehensive understanding of fiber optic cabling.
Join terry power as he discusses the steps involved in designing a successful fiber optic system. Physical network design and installation including copper, fiber optic, coax and wireless technology. The commscope infrastructure academy provides indepth online training courses on todays advanced wireless, broadband and enterprise cabling solutions. Cfo 301 standard for installing and testing fiber optics management, security or fire alarm systems, or any other communications link. Mark cable as fiber optic cable in all locations in which it can be easily reached. The center of the fiber where the light is transmitted. Personnel involved in optical fiber cable installation must be aware of all the applicable occupational and health safety regulations, the nesc and local regulations along with the company safety practices. Fiber optic training certified optical network training. A typical pointtopoint fiber optic communication network consists of a transmitter laser, a transport medium optical fiber and a receiver photodiode as in figure 1. Fibre optics training courses ctu training solutions.
It identifies you as a fiber optic installer able to demonstrate a practical knowledge of fiber optic theory, codes, standards and practices widely accepted in the fiber optics industry. After successfully passing the handson exam, you will be provided a. The installer 2, optical fiber exam is currently based on the bicsis itsimm and is a twopart examhandson and written. In premises applications, fiber optic cables can be used as the backbone cabling in a standard structured cabling network, connecting network hardware in the computer roommain cross connect to local network hardware in a telecom closet. To become a bicsi installer 2, optical fiber, you must successfully pass both parts. Acceptance testing of fiber optic cable using an otdr pdf. Cfot basic fiber optic training course bdi datalynk. Example of the construction of a multi fiber cable ii. See the light training program fiber optic training.
Fiber optic training courses commscope trai commscope. This fiber optic training passage is suitable for beginners, online resellers and end users who buy fiber optic products on the net. Certified fiber optic installer trcfi the fiber school. Fiber optics training, electronic security networking. This introductory 3day fiber optic tech course is designed for anyone interested in becoming a certified fiber optic technician. Commscope fiberoptic cable types 4 commscope fiber features 9 storage and testing of fiberoptic cable 15 installation safety issues 18 installation basics of fiberoptic cable 19 selfsupporting aerial installation of fiber optic cable 26 underground installation of fiberoptic cable 27 conquest cableinconduit installation 31. Bts instructors have been in the field for over 15 25 years having realworld experience in installing, troubleshooting and supporting outside plant, central office, fiber optics, itnetworking solutions.
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