Optic Fibre Planning Course (Instructor-led Online)

The Optic Fibre Planning Course provides a complete foundation in planning, assessing, and preparing fibre optic network deployments using globally recognised standards and South African regulatory requirements. Learners develop practical competence in route planning, loss budget calculations, component selection, documentation, and compliance processes essential for fibre network projects.

This course integrates international standards with local rules, and regulations, ensuring that participants understand both international best practice and the legal framework governing fibre installations in South Africa. Through structured modules and hands‑on exercises, learners gain the skills needed to support fibre rollout projects across residential, commercial, and metropolitan environments.

The programme is ideal for individuals entering the fibre industry or transitioning from related fields such as telecoms, IT networking, or civil infrastructure. By the end of the course, participants will be able to interpret fibre specifications, plan compliant routes, prepare technical documentation, and contribute effectively to fibre optic project teams.

What You’ll Learn:

• Apply global fibre optic safety standards (FOA, BICSI, IEC, ITU‑T) together with South African safety legislation (OHS Act, Construction Regulations).

• Identify fibre types, components, hazards, and safe handling procedures used in modern fibre networks.

• Interpret and apply key standards including ITU‑T G‑series, IEC 60794/61300, and SANS 10280/10198 for compliant fibre planning.

• Understand South African regulatory requirements including ICASA rules, the Electronic Communications Act (ECA), municipal bylaws, and wayleave processes.

• Analyse network requirements and select appropriate fibre architectures such as FTTH, FTTB, PON, and point‑to‑point systems.

• Perform route planning, evaluate installation environments, and assess civil constraints for aerial and underground deployments.

• Calculate loss budgets, determine optical margins, and verify link feasibility using industry‑standard methods.

• Prepare planning documentation including route maps, BOMs, method statements, and compliance‑aligned technical packs.

• Interpret test results (IL, ORL, OTDR) and understand their relevance to planning and acceptance criteria.

• Contribute effectively to fibre deployment projects by integrating technical, regulatory, and safety considerations into planning decisions.

Learning Outcomes 

• Apply international fibre safety standards (FOA, BICSI, IEC, ITU‑T) and South African safety legislation (OHS Act, Construction Regulations).

• Identify fibre types, components, hazards, and safe handling procedures.

• Interpret and apply ITU‑T, IEC, and SANS standards relevant to fibre network planning.

• Understand South African regulatory requirements including ICASA, ECA, SANS, and municipal wayleave rules.

• Analyse network requirements and select appropriate fibre architectures (FTTH, FTTB, PON, point‑to‑point).

• Perform basic route planning and evaluate installation environments for aerial and underground deployments.

• Calculate loss budgets and verify optical link feasibility.

• Prepare compliant planning documentation including route maps, BOMs, and method statements.

Registration Process:

To register for the Optic Fibre Planning Course, simply “put on the bag” and follow the instructions. Supreme ICT will confirm your registration by email within 24 business hours of successful purchase.

Refund Policy:

We offer a comprehensive refund policy to ensure your satisfaction. If you are not completely satisfied with the course, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.