Course Description:
Distribution frames within a typical Central Office are simple in principle, but the multitude of frame types, block designs, and different switching hardware can create real challenges to the technicians who are responsible for fulfilling orders. Telco-dependent order processing systems also present a learning curve. Errors and misinterpretation can lead to systemic issues that can be both time consuming and costly to correct, and cause confusion until they are corrected.
The Central Office POTSDSLSpan Frame Wiring Course has been designed to help telco techs with relatively little experience to understand how to wire different frame types and different cross-connect circuits correctly, the first time.
Various circuit types include POTS, xDSL, tie-circuits, alarms, and any other type of blocks in use by the telco. Vertical (cable pair) and horizontal (OEline equipment) sides are shown, with multiple exercises for block and circuit locating. Different frame types (COSMIC, MDFCDF, Protector, ICDF, Fiber) and the connection types (punch-down, solder, fiber) are explained. A brief overview on central office equipment is also provided, to help students understand all the parts of the telephone network (i.e. what is a DACS, switch, adddrop multiplexer, channel bank, loop extender, cable vault, etc.)
Digital Cross-Connect (DSX) circuit wiring is also discussed, with exercises on IN, OUT, and MON, DS1, DS3, span patching, plus the different types of DSX panels available, and common plug types (Bantam 309, 310). Tip, ring, T1R1, and EM are explained, along with the standard telco wiring color code. Fiber optic types, safety, and good practices are also discussed.
The Frame Order Management System (FOMS) and Work Force Administration Dispatch In (WFADI) are also demonstrated, with multiple exercises to help build familiarity and confidence.
Students Will Learn:
Course Length:
3 Days
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