• The History Of Fiber Optics Evolution Of Fiber Systems.
• Fiber Manufacturing Methods.
• Fiber Optic Theory And Waveguide Functions.
• Singlemode (OSP) And Multimode (ISP) Fiber Types.
• The Causes Of Attenuation, Optical Reflection And Refraction.
• Optical Dispersion Characteristics And Pulse Spreading Issues.
• Loose Tube And Unitube Style Trunk Cables
• Distribution And Feeder Cables.
• Fusion Splicer Applications And Fiber Alignment Systems
• Mechanical Splicing Uses And Applications
• Optical Connector Styles And Applications
• Back Reflection Issues And Angled Physical Contact Connectors
• Patch Panels And Functions For Distribution And Transmission
• ISPOSP Style Splice Closure Styles And Function
• Cable Entry Methods And Splitter Configurations
• Drop Cable Connectivity And Security
• Cable Installation Methods As Direct Bury, Aerial And Ducted
• Emergency Restoration Issues, Future Planning, Restoration Kits
• Safety Practices
• Topologies For Urban And Rural Communities
• Splitters, ONTsOLTsODNs
• Intro To Optical Testing And Troubleshooting.
• Visible Light Sources, OTDRs And Power Meters
• Testing Methods For ISPOSP Systems
• OTDR Test Functions And Trace Interpretation
• Optical Loss Testing Methods
• And More

MODULE I        FIBER OPTIC GENERAL STUDIES
 

 INTRODUCTION
•    Common Industry Terminology
•    History of Fiber Optics
•    Advantages/Disadvantages of Fiber Optics
•    Basics of a Fiber Optic Communications System
•    Fiber Types and Manufacturing Processes (VIDEO)
•    Typical Transmission Rates for Voice, Video & Data Applications
•    System Topologies
•    Fiber Optic Standards
•    And More...

THEORY TOPICS
•    Theory of Light
•    Electromagnetic Spectrum
•    Total Internal Reflection (Singlemode)
•    Refraction  (Multimode)
•    Index of Refraction (Refractive Index)
•    Light Source’s (LED’s & LASER’s)
•    Power (dbm/watts)
•    Core/Cladding/Coatings
•    Numerical Aperture
•    Macro/Microbends
•    Wave Division Multiplexing (WDM, CWDM,DWDM, etc.)
•    Optical Switching Fundamentals
•    And More...

FIBER TOPICS
•    Optical Fiber Types
•    Typical Fiber Specifications
•    Multimode Optical Fibers
•    Singlemode Optical Fibers
•    Dispersion Characteristics
•    Modal Dispersion
•    Chromatic Dispersion
•    And More...


FIBER CABLE TYPES
•    Outside Plant
•    Inside Plant
•    Loose tube Gel Filled (OSP)
•    Tight Buffered Distribution (ISP)
•    Tight Buffered Breakout (ISP)
•    Jumper Cables and Hybrids styles
•    Reverse Oscillation Locator (OSP)
•    Fiber Color Code
•    And More...



MODULE II        FIBER OPTIC SAFETY ISSUES


SAFETY FIRST
•    LASER Safety and Warning labels
•    Types of LASER’s
•    LASER Output Power Levels
•    Eye Safety Precautions
•    Safe Glass Disposal Practices
•    Food and Drinks Not Safe
•    Proper Person Cleanliness
•    Safe Work Surroundings
•    Confined Spaces Issues

TOOLS:

•    Cable Jacket
•    Fiber Coating Strippers
•    Mid-Entry Tools
•    Ring Tools
•    Tube Splitters
•    Knives
•    Slitters
•    Scissors/Snips
•    Safety Tweezers
•    And More...



MODULE III        FIBER OPTIC CABLE INSTALLATION


PROPER PLANNING
•    Project Considerations
•    Cable Pre-testing
•    Cable Reels Identification and Handling
•    Proper Cable Pulling Techniques
•    Outdoor Cable Design Characteristics
•    Direct Bury Cable Installation
•    Directional Boring Methods
•    Buried Cable Depths
•    Man Holes and Vaults
•    Cable Pulling Specifications
•    Tensile Strength and Bend Radius
•    Avoiding Installation Obstacles
•    Grounding and Bonding Fiber Cables
•    Identifying Cable Types
•    Work Area Protection Issues
•    And More...



MODULE IV        FIBER OPTIC CONNECTORS

•    Connector Types
•    Different types
•    Use of connectors
•    ST Style Connector Assembly; Hand and/or Machine Polishing and Inspection
•    SC Style Connector Assembly; Hand and/or Machine Polishing and Inspection
•    Also Types: FC, LC, MIL-C Series, Biconic, etc.

FIBER OPTIC ENCLOSURES
•    Applications
•    Patch Panels
•    Distribution of Fiber
•    LAN
•    Media outlets
•    Fiber Management Bays

INSTALLING CONNECTORS
 
•    Connector tools
•    Each attendee will install connectors

TESTING CONNECTORS AND JUMPER LOSS
 
•    Measure loss of previously installed connectors
•    Test loss of jumpers
•    Fiber Testing Parameters
•    Continuity Testing



MODULE V        FIBER OPTIC SPLICING

SPLICING
•    Mechanical and Fusion Splicing
•    Fusion Splicer Types and Operations
•    Precision Cleaver Operation
•    Set-up Fusion Splicer and Cleaver Work Stations
•    Practice Fiber Stripping, Cleaning and Cleaving
•    Practice In-Line Fusion Splicing
•    Practice Pigtail Fusion Splicing
•    Qualify Acceptable Splices
•    and More...

MODULE VI        FIBER OPTIC TESTING

TESTING INFORMATION
•    The dB Scale and Units of Loss
•    OTDR Functions for Testing
•    OTDR Testing for Splices, Distances and Back Reflection
•    OTDR Trace Guidelines
•    The Dead Zone
•    Trace Events and Interpretation
•    Testing at Various Wavelengths
•    System Loss Parameters
•    Calculating System Loss
•    Total System OTDR Testing
•    Optical Loss Test Set’s (OLTS)
•    Referencing the Test Set First
•    Measuring Cable System Loss
•    Documenting Test results
•    And more...