Course Description:
This Hands-On 3-day course is designed to provide technicians with a practical understanding of fiber optic theory and fiber applications in Local Area Network, Security and Closed Circuit TV systems. This course provides the knowledge and skills to help students design, install, terminate, test, troubleshoot and maintain cables in an intra-building and inter-building environment.
Certification(s)
ETA FOI (Fiber Optic Installer) Certification can be administered during this course, upon request.
Students Will Learn:
- Discuss the history of fiber optics evolution of fiber.
- Discuss fiber types and manufacturing methods.
- Discuss fiber optic theory and waveguide functions.
- Describe the causes of attenuation, optical reflection and refraction.
- Understand Optical Dispersion and Pulse Spreading Issues.
- List the three basic elements of fiber optic systems and discuss their uses.
- Describe various cables types and proper installation methods.
- Describe Safe Optical and Physical Work Practices.
- Understand the design of various Indoor Network Topologies.
- Discuss LAN specifications and standards.
- Recognize challenges for the Designer and Installer.
- Demonstrate safe hand tool use.
- Perform cable and fiber preparation techniques.
- Perform ST SC style connector assemblies.
- Demonstrate connectorized Jumper and Cable Assembly skills.
- Recognize other types of connectors currently available.
- Perform optical loss testing on jumpers and cable assemblies.
- Perform Visual Fault Locator techniques.
- Demonstrate troubleshooting techniques.
- Understand OTDR basic operation and testing methods.
- And More
Course Length:
3 Days
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