Home | FAQ

Downloads

Learning References

Facilities

1(877) 529-9114 (Toll Free)
training@fiberoptic.com
Training Courses List

Fiber Optic Training - Fiber Optic Outside Plant Installer

 
Training code: FOT-OSP
Objectives
This Fiber Optic Outside Plant Installer course is designed for personnel with fundamental fiber optic knowledge that will work specifically on outside plant work (OSP) such as building to building or long haul telecommunications. Emphasis is on Single Mode fiber optic installation with the associated international standards, theory, and practices. Included is fundamental knowledge of FTTX applications.

Brief Course Synopsis
1.  Fiber Basics and Theory
Power versus loss conversions
Terminology
Characteristics of SM and MM
Scales of measurement and EM spectrum
Light wave Transmission
Light Sources & Detectors
System Loss Budget Calculations
2.  Optical Loss Testing
Insertion Loss Method
Optical Loss Test Sets
Loopback testing
Types of Equipment
“Not to Exceed” Charts
Testing TX output power
Testing RX input power
System Documentation
3. Cable Preparation
Cable types
Cordage Types
Standard tools for installation
Airblown Installation
Aerial Installation
Cable Tray Installation
Conduit & Ducts
Underground
FTTH
4.  OTDR Testing
Types of OTDRs
Applications
Basic OTDR Set-up
All OTDR issues
Intrinsic & Extrinsic losses
Macrobend, microbend detection
OTDR Deadzones
Example OTDR Traces
Calibrating the OTDR and IOR
Connector polish reflection value
OTDR dynamic range
Acceptance testing
Restoration
DWDM testing
5.  Splicing
Mechanical splicing
Fusion splicing
Types of Fusion Splicers
Pigtail splicing
Ribbon splicing
Splice trays
Splice panels & Fiber Distribution Hubs
Splice Closures
Splice Loss Documentation
6.  FTTX
FTTX fundamentals
Cable types
CWDM, DWDM basics
1x32 splitters
PON, BPON
Optical Network Terminal
FTTH Drop Cables
FTTH Loss Testing
FTTH OTDR testing
7. Hands on labs include
Build up and splice into a splice closure
Build a Fan-Out kit and a Break-Out kit
Bi-directional loss and return loss for a mechanical splice per TIA/EIA 758
Measure Bi-directional splice loss for a fusion splice per TIA/EIA 758
Single fusion splice and Ribbon fusion splice
Mid-span Entry
Optical Loss Test Set basics
Build a system, test and document results that pass standards for all losses and connector return losses



Audience Profile
This course is 1 day of theory and 3 days hands-on. Typically requires some basic fiber optic knowledge such as a two day theory seminar or installation experience. This course is also great for installers with practical experience who want to catch up on theory fundamentals and gain ETA certification.

Requirements
4 days hands-on class.


Credit Toward Certification


Exam Guide


Pricing Package

Note: This training class content is subject to change at any time without prior notice and at FiberOptic.com's sole discretion. FiberOptic.com training might include adaptive testing technology and simulation items.
You need Flash player 8+ and JavaScript enabled to view this video.

Download our training catalog which includes; Fiber Optic Installer, BICSI, Premise Wiring, and Masters courses.

Download Catalog


FiberOptic.com is offering a FREE PM-102A Power Meter to students who register and pay for our FOT-CFI certification course.
**Disclaimer
Request Training


Training Near You
The Fiber School is now offering its four day Certified Fiber Installer Course and Master Technician Course at various locations in the United States.

Certified Fiber Optic Installer 
>> Atlanta, GA - Details
>> Atlantic City, NJ - Details
>> Chicago, IL - Details
>> Dallas, TX - Details
>> Denver, CO - Details
>> Las Vegas, NV - Details
>> Orlando, FL - Details
>> San Francisco, CA - Details
>> Philadelphia Metro Area

Master Fiber Optic Technician
>> Orlando, FL
>> Las Vegas, NV
>> Philadelphia Metro Area

Free catalog with everything you need for any fiber optic installation and maintenance job. No order too small! Request for hard-printed or download PDF copy at FiberOptic.com


Rent and Lease fiber optic test equipment and accessories at FiberOptic.com

Contact Us  |  E-mail this page FiberOptic.com
© 2007 The Fiber Optic Marketplace, LLC. All rights reserved    Terms of Use | Privacy Statement | NDA