ITS 2080 - C-Tech Fiber Optic-Based Systems

Clock Hours: 42

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Industry Certifications C-Tech Network Cabling Specialist Fiber Optic-Based Systems

Course Description:
This course is designed to provide the students with the background and the science behind many of today’s optical systems as well as instruction in proper terminating, testing and installation techniques.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Course Competencies:

Understand the basics of light to include speed, wavelength, frequency, intensity and attenuation.
Explain the history and the development of light wave guides.
Familiarization with different types and classes of fiber optic cables.
Explain the operation and characteristics of optical systems including sources and detectors.
Terminate fiber optic cable with SC and ST connectors.
Splice fiber optic cables using a mechanical splice.
Define Commercial and residential network cabling requirements.
Define requirements for pulling and placing fiber optic cables.
Properly test fiber optic cables, connectors and splices.