Fiber Optic Fundamentals
TR-FOF allows students to gain valuable knowledge of fiber optic theory, codes, standards and practices which are widely accepted in the telecommunications industry today. In addition, students gain a practical knowledge and understanding of the latest installation, splicing, termination, and testing techniques and achieve the knowledge and understanding necessary to design, oversee, direct and maintain fiber optic cabling systems.
Summary
TR-FOF allows students to gain valuable knowledge of fiber optic theory, codes, standards and practices which are widely accepted in the telecommunications industry today. In addition, students gain a practical knowledge and understanding of the latest installation, splicing, termination, and testing techniques and achieve the knowledge and understanding necessary to design, oversee, direct and maintain fiber optic cabling systems.
Skills Gained
TR-FOF allows students to gain valuable knowledge of fiber optic theory, codes, standards and practices which are widely accepted in the telecommunications industry today. In addition, students gain a practical knowledge and understanding of the latest installation, splicing, termination, and testing techniques and achieve the knowledge and understanding necessary to design, oversee, direct and maintain fiber optic cabling systems.
Topics Covered
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1) Introduction to Fiber Optics
• Fiber Optic Advantages and Applications
• Terminology and History
• The Fundamentals of Light Propagation
• Scales of Measurement and the Light Spectrum
• Characteristics of Singlemode and Multimode
• Manufacturing, Bandwidth and Linear Effects
2) Cables
• Cable Types, Construction and Specifications
• Cable Markings
• Selection Criteria
3) Connectors and Terminations
• Temporary and Permanent Connections
• Connector Types
• Mechanical and Environmental Considerations
• Performance Specifications
• Connector Loss Issues
• Splicing Applications
4) 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
5) Test Equipment
• Loss Testing Tools and Equipment
• Standards and Methods
• Return Loss, Bandwidth and Dispersion
• OTDR Theory and Applications
• Loss and System Budget Calculations
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