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Fibre Optic Technician Course

Fibre Optic Technician Course

Original price was: R9,600,00.Current price is: R6,500,00. Excl VAT

This is a 5-Day classroom-based Facilitator-led Fibre Optic Technician Course (FOT). The FOT course is structured as a general fibre operations course. Whether doing outside or customer premises installation, optic fibre splicing, fibre network maintenance, etc the course is suitable. The course is offered at our venues in Eersterus, KwaThema and Durban, or at customer sites Nationally or in surrounding countries.

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Day 1: Introduction to Fiber Optics and Safety

Morning Session:

  • Course Introduction
    • Welcome and course objectives
    • Overview of the course schedule
  • Introduction to Fiber Optics
    • History and development of fiber optics
    • Basic principles of fiber optic communication
  • Applications of Fiber Optics
    • Telecommunications
    • Data communications
    • Medical and industrial applications

Afternoon Session:

  • Fiber Optic Safety
    • Safety guidelines and best practices
    • Handling and disposal of fiber optic materials
  • Fiber Optic Components
    • Types of fiber optic cables
    • Connectors, splices, and other components
  • Hands-on Activity
    • Identifying and handling different fiber optic components

Day 2: Fiber Optic Networks and Installation

Morning Session:

  • Fiber Optic Networks
    • Network architecture and design
    • Types of fiber optic networks: FTTH, FTTB, FTTC, etc.
  • Fiber Optic Cable Installation
    • Premises cable installation techniques
    • Outside plant (OSP) cable installation

Afternoon Session:

  • Installation Techniques
    • Cable routing and management
    • Aerial and underground installation methods
  • Hands-on Activity
    • Practicing installation of premises and OSP cables

Day 3: Splicing and Termination

Morning Session:

  • Introduction to Splicing
    • Types of splicing: fusion and mechanical
    • Equipment and tools for splicing
  • Fusion Splicing
    • Process and techniques
    • Advantages and disadvantages

Afternoon Session:

  • Mechanical Splicing
    • Process and techniques
    • Advantages and disadvantages
  • Termination Techniques
    • Connector types and selection
    • Termination procedures

Hands-on Activity:

  • Practicing fusion and mechanical splicing
  • Practicing termination techniques

Day 4: Testing and Troubleshooting

Morning Session:

  • Fiber Optic Testing
    • Importance of testing in fiber optic networks
    • Types of tests: continuity, insertion loss, OTDR
  • Testing Equipment
    • Introduction to testing tools and instruments
    • Proper use and handling

Afternoon Session:

  • Testing Procedures
    • Step-by-step testing process
    • Analyzing test results
  • Troubleshooting Techniques
    • Common issues and their solutions
    • Best practices for maintaining network integrity

Hands-on Activity:

  • Conducting various tests on fiber optic components and cable plants
  • Troubleshooting simulated network issues

Day 5: Practical Exercises and Assessment

Morning Session:

  • Review of Key Concepts
    • Summary of fiber optic principles and techniques
    • Q&A session to clarify doubts
  • Integrated Practical Exercises
    • Combining installation, splicing, termination, and testing in practical scenarios

Afternoon Session:

  • Final Assessment
    • Written test covering theoretical knowledge
    • Practical test on installation, splicing, termination, and testing
  • Course Wrap-up
    • Discussion of test results and feedback
    • Certification ceremony

End of Course:

  • Feedback Session
    • Collecting participant feedback
    • Suggestions for future improvements

Description

The Fibre Optic Technician Course (FOT) is a 5-day classroom-based program that provides comprehensive training for individuals interested in working with fiber optic networks. Here are some key points about this course:

Course Overview

Duration: 5 days
Format: Classroom-based with facilitator-led instruction
Content: The course covers various aspects of fiber optic operations, including installation, splicing, and network maintenance.
Applicability: Whether you’re involved in outside installations, customer premises work, or other fiber-related tasks, this course is suitable.

Topics Covered

  • Overview of fiber optic applications and installations.
  • Communications systems utilizing fiber optics.
  • Fiber optic components appropriate for fiber optic networks.
  • Installation of premises and outside plant fiber optic cable
    Splicing and termination.
  • Testing fiber optic components and cable plants.
  • Hands-on practical exercises on splicing, termination, and testing

How to register

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  • Supreme ICT Academy will email you the confirmation of registration within 24 Business Hours of a successful purchase.
  • Please do not hesitate to contact us in case of difficulties with registration or if you need additional information.

Refund Policy

  • A full refund is payable if cancellation is received 7 days or more before the scheduled start date, in case of cancellation by the participant.
  • A 10% cancellation fee is deducted from the refund payable if is received between 2 days and 6 days before the scheduled start date, in case of cancellation by the participant.
  • No refund will be payable on the start date, however, in case of legal or medical emergencies the candidate participants may be accommodated in subsequent scheduled classes.
  • If Supreme ICT Academy initiates the cancellation, an alternate date will be proposed to the candidate participants. If the alternative date does not suit the candidate, she/he can apply for a refund.

Date & Venue

Eersterus, 16 – 20 September 2024.  Please  see the schedule for other course dates

Durban Central. Date no schedule yet

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