Fiber Optic Technician – (TR-FOT)

Course Synopsis

1. Introduction to Fiber Optics:
   • Fiber Optic Advantages and Applications
   • Terminology and History
   • The Fundamentals of Light Propagation
   • Scales of Measurement and the Spectrum
   • Characteristics of Singlemode and Multimode
   • Manufacturing
   • Bandwidth and Linear effects
2. Cables:
   • Cable Types
   • Construction and Specifications
   • Cable Marking
   • Selection Criteria
3. Connectors and Terminations:
   • Temporary and Permanent Connections
   • Connector Types
   • Mechanical and Environmental Considerations
   • Performance Specifications
   • Connector Loss Issues
   • Splicing Applications
4. Splicing – Fusion and Mechanical:
   • Fusion Splicing
   • Cable Marking
   • Mechanical Splicing
5. Enclosures and Panels:
   • Panels
   • Distribution
   • Patch and Splice Types
   • Application Issues and Selection Criteria
   • Aerial and Burial Enclosures
   • Re-Entry and Expansion capabilities
   • Routing and Preparation
6. Installation:
   • Planning and Standards
   • Premise/LAN Methods
   • Outside Plant Methods
   • Aerial and Burial Techniques
   • Installation Tools and Equipment
7. Test Equipment:
   • Loss Testing Tools and Equipment
   • Standards and Methods
   • Return Loss
   • Bandwidth and Dispersion
   • OTDR Theory and Applications
   • Loss and System Budget Calculations
8. Restoration and Maintenance:
   • Tools and Equipment
   • Practical Applications
   • Time Saving Techniques
   • Record Keeping and Documentation
9. System Components and Design Issues:
   • Transmitters and Receivers
   • Passive Optical Components, Couplers and Splitters
   • WDM and DWDM Issues
10. Hands-on task required include:
    • Building a complete fiber optic segment utilizing wall mount enclosures with fusion pigtails, quick connectors and mechanical splicing
    • Test the completed Fiber optic segment using a OLTS and OTDR
    • Review and Evaluate test results according to ETA Fiberoptic.com certification requirements

Target Audience

The following knowledge or experience level is recommended:

• 3 years fiber optic installation experience
• Basic knowledge of splicing equipment and procedures
• Basic knowledge of testing equipment and procedures
• Be a Fiberoptic.com Certified Installer or equivalent (desired)
• Be an ETA Fiber Installer or other Industry equivalent (desired)

Hands-On Labs

• Assemble a mechanical splice that meets or exceeds TIA 568 B.3 standards
• Measure the bi-directional loss in a splice with a light source and power meter
• Perform acceptance testing
• Measure the bi-directional loss in a fiber optic link with a power meter and light source
• Prepare a splice tray
• Test a link using an OTDR
• Locate a fault using an OTDR
• Interpret an OTDR trace
• Perform visual inspection of a link

Certifications

Certificate: Certified Fiber Optic Technician – (TC-FOT-TFS)

To become certified you will need to:
1. Complete a TFS approved Fiber Optic Technician (TR-FOT) Course.
2. Pass the TFS Exam (TR-FOT).
3. Properly complete each of the following skills labs:

• Assemble a mechanical splice that meets or exceeds TIA 568 B.3 standards
• Measure the bi-directional loss in a splice with a light source and power meter
• Perform acceptance testing

The following exams apply to (TC-FOT-TFS) certification:

• Required TFS Written Exam (TE-FOT)
• Previously Passed TFS Written Exam (TE-CFI) and eligibility for FOF Certification

Note: This certification is subject to change at any time without prior notice and at FiberOptic.com’s sole discretion. FiberOptic.com certification might include further requirements.

Certificate: Certified Fiber Optic Technician – ETA –  (TC-ETA-FOT)

Awarded to students who pass the ETA exam in one of our ETA certified master technician training courses. This certification is considered an industry standard and is offered in addition to the FiberOptic.com course certification.