This four-day fiber optics course provides 16 hours each of classroom lecture and hands-on labs to teach skills for designing, installing, and maintaining fiber optic networks. Students will learn how to splice, connectorize, test, and troubleshoot optical fiber for applications in telecommunications, broadband, and premises networks. The course covers fiber optic theory, components, testing equipment, installation, safety procedures, and more over 16 chapters.
Course description CFOS/O Certified Fiber Optics Specialist in Outside PlantNeonetwireless
CERTIFIED FIBER OPTICS SPECIALIST FOR OUTSIDE
PLANT
COURSE DESCRIPTION (CFOS/O)
OBJECTIVES:
This course provides participants with the knowledge and practical skills needed to successfully
design, install, splice Outside Plant Links and troubleshoot using appropriate equipment including
OTDR,POWER METERS,LIGHT SOURCE,VFL,VFT,MEASURING-WHEELS,AIR-BLOWING MACHINE,OTDR
TRACE ANALYSIS,PMD AND CD TESTERS,OPTICAL BER TESTERS etc
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Engineers, Technologist, Technicians engaged in the Implementation/maintenance of fiber
Optics links or anybody preparing for CFOS/O (Certified Fiber Optics Specialist For Outside Plant)
Certification.
PREREQUISITES:
Engineering/Technical qualifications
DURATION: 4 WEEKS
MODULE 1:
Introduction
What is “Fiber Optics”?
Which Fiber Optics?
Fiber, Copper or Wireless?
Standards Facilitate Fiber Applications
Two Important Issues When Working With Fiber
Review Questions
MODULE 2:
Fiber Optic Jargon
What Is Fiber Optics?
The Metric System
Fiber
Fiber Optic Cable
Outside Plant Installations
Termination and Splicing
Fiber Performance Specifications
Tools
Fiber Optic Test Equipment
Review Questions
MODULE 3:
Fiber Optic Communications
Why use fiber?
Fiber Optic Communication Networks
Designing Fiber Optic Networks
MODULE 4:
Fiber Optic Transmission Systems And Components
Fiber Optic Data Links
Sources for Fiber Optic Transmitters
Detectors for Fiber Optic Receivers
Specialty Fiber Optic Transmission Components
Data Link Performance And Link Power Budget
Review Questions
MODULE 5:
Optical Fiber
What is Optical Fiber?
Fiber Types
Fiber Specifications
Polarization Mode Dispersion
Review Questions
MODULE 6:
Fiber Optic Cable
Fiber Optic Cable Design
Fiber Optic Cable Types
Choosing a Cable Design
Choosing Cables
Review Questions
MODULE 7:
Splices and Connectors
Splices or Connectors?
Performance Specifications
Splicing Optical Fibers
Connectors
Termination Procedures
MODULE 8:
Fiber Optic Testing
Fiber Optic Tests
Visual Inspection
Optical Power
Optical Loss or Insertion Loss
OTDR testing
Testing Long Haul, High Speed Fiber Optic Networks: Chromatic Dispersion,
Polarization
Mode Dispersion and Spectral Attenuation
Other Testing
Review Questions
MODULE 9:
Fiber Optic Network Design
What Is Fiber Optic Network Design?
Choosing Transmission Equipment
Planning The Route
Choosing Components
Cable Plant Link Loss Budget Analysis
Project Documentation
Planning for the Installation
Planning for Restoration
Managing A Fiber Optic Project
Review Questions
MODULE 10:
Fiber Optic Network Installation
Preparing For Installation
Installation Checklist
Preparing For Outside Plant Installations
Preparing For Premises Fiber Optic Installations
Equipping Installation Personnel
Training and Safety
Installing Fiber Optic Cable
Termination and Splicing
Testing the Installed Fiber Optic Cable Plant
Administration, Management, and Documentation
Connector Inspection & Cleaning Best PracticesLizGoldsmith
Connector contamination and damage is the leading root cause of fiber optic network failures. Learn how proper cleaning techniques can help insure proper network performance
This is an application specialist certification covering optical LAN (OLAN) networks, cabling design and installation, which includes P2P and PON networks used in place of traditional LAN cabling based on traditional structured cabling standards for copper/fiber networks.
Commissioning testing of Communication systems for VSAT Analyzers, Pipeline, Instruments , Fiber optics Oil Gas , Flow and Pressure Transmitters Scada Systems, Tele montoring for environment, pipeline cathodic protection monitoring for Saudi Aramco Sabc and drilling companies.
DesignCon 2019 112-Gbps Electrical Interfaces: An OIF Update on CEI-112GLeah Wilkinson
DesignCon 2019
112-Gbps Electrical Interfaces: An OIF Update on CEI-112G
Brian Holden, Kandou Bus
Cathy Liu, Broadcom
Steve Sekel, Keysight
Nathan Tracy, TE Connectivity
Course description CFOS/O Certified Fiber Optics Specialist in Outside PlantNeonetwireless
CERTIFIED FIBER OPTICS SPECIALIST FOR OUTSIDE
PLANT
COURSE DESCRIPTION (CFOS/O)
OBJECTIVES:
This course provides participants with the knowledge and practical skills needed to successfully
design, install, splice Outside Plant Links and troubleshoot using appropriate equipment including
OTDR,POWER METERS,LIGHT SOURCE,VFL,VFT,MEASURING-WHEELS,AIR-BLOWING MACHINE,OTDR
TRACE ANALYSIS,PMD AND CD TESTERS,OPTICAL BER TESTERS etc
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Engineers, Technologist, Technicians engaged in the Implementation/maintenance of fiber
Optics links or anybody preparing for CFOS/O (Certified Fiber Optics Specialist For Outside Plant)
Certification.
PREREQUISITES:
Engineering/Technical qualifications
DURATION: 4 WEEKS
MODULE 1:
Introduction
What is “Fiber Optics”?
Which Fiber Optics?
Fiber, Copper or Wireless?
Standards Facilitate Fiber Applications
Two Important Issues When Working With Fiber
Review Questions
MODULE 2:
Fiber Optic Jargon
What Is Fiber Optics?
The Metric System
Fiber
Fiber Optic Cable
Outside Plant Installations
Termination and Splicing
Fiber Performance Specifications
Tools
Fiber Optic Test Equipment
Review Questions
MODULE 3:
Fiber Optic Communications
Why use fiber?
Fiber Optic Communication Networks
Designing Fiber Optic Networks
MODULE 4:
Fiber Optic Transmission Systems And Components
Fiber Optic Data Links
Sources for Fiber Optic Transmitters
Detectors for Fiber Optic Receivers
Specialty Fiber Optic Transmission Components
Data Link Performance And Link Power Budget
Review Questions
MODULE 5:
Optical Fiber
What is Optical Fiber?
Fiber Types
Fiber Specifications
Polarization Mode Dispersion
Review Questions
MODULE 6:
Fiber Optic Cable
Fiber Optic Cable Design
Fiber Optic Cable Types
Choosing a Cable Design
Choosing Cables
Review Questions
MODULE 7:
Splices and Connectors
Splices or Connectors?
Performance Specifications
Splicing Optical Fibers
Connectors
Termination Procedures
MODULE 8:
Fiber Optic Testing
Fiber Optic Tests
Visual Inspection
Optical Power
Optical Loss or Insertion Loss
OTDR testing
Testing Long Haul, High Speed Fiber Optic Networks: Chromatic Dispersion,
Polarization
Mode Dispersion and Spectral Attenuation
Other Testing
Review Questions
MODULE 9:
Fiber Optic Network Design
What Is Fiber Optic Network Design?
Choosing Transmission Equipment
Planning The Route
Choosing Components
Cable Plant Link Loss Budget Analysis
Project Documentation
Planning for the Installation
Planning for Restoration
Managing A Fiber Optic Project
Review Questions
MODULE 10:
Fiber Optic Network Installation
Preparing For Installation
Installation Checklist
Preparing For Outside Plant Installations
Preparing For Premises Fiber Optic Installations
Equipping Installation Personnel
Training and Safety
Installing Fiber Optic Cable
Termination and Splicing
Testing the Installed Fiber Optic Cable Plant
Administration, Management, and Documentation
Connector Inspection & Cleaning Best PracticesLizGoldsmith
Connector contamination and damage is the leading root cause of fiber optic network failures. Learn how proper cleaning techniques can help insure proper network performance
This is an application specialist certification covering optical LAN (OLAN) networks, cabling design and installation, which includes P2P and PON networks used in place of traditional LAN cabling based on traditional structured cabling standards for copper/fiber networks.
Commissioning testing of Communication systems for VSAT Analyzers, Pipeline, Instruments , Fiber optics Oil Gas , Flow and Pressure Transmitters Scada Systems, Tele montoring for environment, pipeline cathodic protection monitoring for Saudi Aramco Sabc and drilling companies.
DesignCon 2019 112-Gbps Electrical Interfaces: An OIF Update on CEI-112GLeah Wilkinson
DesignCon 2019
112-Gbps Electrical Interfaces: An OIF Update on CEI-112G
Brian Holden, Kandou Bus
Cathy Liu, Broadcom
Steve Sekel, Keysight
Nathan Tracy, TE Connectivity
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Development in the field of optical fiber communicationblackboX
How we get Optical fiber technology, how it improved, its advantages, disadvantages.Development in fiber optic communication
Applications
Generations of optics
Main section of fiber optic cable
Categories of fiber optic cable
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In order for operators to fully understand the
advantages and capabilities of Mobile WiMAX networks, Alvarion now offers its customers the opportunity
to participate in the 4Motion™ Field Trial project.
Co-Packaged Optics: The OIF’s Work to Standardize Higher Integration Levels f...Leah Wilkinson
OIF Presents:
Co-Packaged Optics: The OIF’s Work to Standardize Higher Integration Levels for Next-Generation Data Center Systems
ECOC Market Focus
New Technologies & Systems/New Markets/New Packaging Platforms
Wed, 15 September 2021
Jeff Hutchins / Ranovus
OIF PLL Working Group Co-Packaging Vice Chair
(http://www.itri.org.tw/chi/tech-transfer/04.asp?RootNodeId=040&NodeId=041&id=4640)
LTE and Wi-Fi Interworking : 針對LTE & Wi-Fi共存之網路環境開發異質存取網路整合技術,可管理大量的SmallCells 及 Wi-Fi APs。 主要特徵如下:
-Management group of small cells and Wi-Fi Aps
-LTE and Wi-Fi bandwidth aggregation
-Traffic Offload
Commissioning Testing and performance of new (CP ) NETCONTROL & GE SCADA automation, UHF/VHF 350 to 360 MHZ Radio Master, Slave Radio Station, MDS Master Radio, NMS server and PDR Radio configuration and replacement. Site acceptance test procedures, Scada Remote stations, Visual Checks, Visual inspection, Radio status, RSSI Check, Frequency Interference Check, Link Check, and inspection of wave guide at all major Saudi Aramco sites Abquaiq, Harad, Shedgam, Khurais and other areas. Diagnoses of fault at their BTS sites. Operation comprises adjustment of power in Comstream Paradise modem, attenuation, frequencies in SPT (Agilis)
Enabling Key Applications for Transport SDN - Optinet China 2020Leah Wilkinson
Dr Hu Qian presents OIF Enabling Key Applications for Transport SDN at the Optinet China 2020 event. From Transport SDN to Integrated Packet Optical SDN: IP SDN and transport SDN is ready; Integrated packet optical SDN on the way.
Development in the field of optical fiber communicationblackboX
How we get Optical fiber technology, how it improved, its advantages, disadvantages.Development in fiber optic communication
Applications
Generations of optics
Main section of fiber optic cable
Categories of fiber optic cable
Alvarion’s 4Motion Field Trial Package [QuantumWimax.com]Quantum Wimax
In order for operators to fully understand the
advantages and capabilities of Mobile WiMAX networks, Alvarion now offers its customers the opportunity
to participate in the 4Motion™ Field Trial project.
Co-Packaged Optics: The OIF’s Work to Standardize Higher Integration Levels f...Leah Wilkinson
OIF Presents:
Co-Packaged Optics: The OIF’s Work to Standardize Higher Integration Levels for Next-Generation Data Center Systems
ECOC Market Focus
New Technologies & Systems/New Markets/New Packaging Platforms
Wed, 15 September 2021
Jeff Hutchins / Ranovus
OIF PLL Working Group Co-Packaging Vice Chair
(http://www.itri.org.tw/chi/tech-transfer/04.asp?RootNodeId=040&NodeId=041&id=4640)
LTE and Wi-Fi Interworking : 針對LTE & Wi-Fi共存之網路環境開發異質存取網路整合技術,可管理大量的SmallCells 及 Wi-Fi APs。 主要特徵如下:
-Management group of small cells and Wi-Fi Aps
-LTE and Wi-Fi bandwidth aggregation
-Traffic Offload
Fiber optic connectors have been around for many years, nearly since the creation of optical fiber itself. A key component of optical fiber is its ability to transmit light signals over long distances without attenuation, in other words without light lost along the optical path. There are many types of connectors to choose from as well as methods to connectorize fiber cables.
Presented by Mark Boxer & Jeff Bush of OFS
Agenda:
• Why Fiber?
• Fiber Feeds Everything
• Nuts and Bolts -The Components
• Installation Techniques
• Network Architectures and Planning
Drivers for FTTx
Why fiber
Fiber feeds everything
Flavors of FTTX
Nuts and bolts – the components
Installation techniques
Network design configurations
Machines & Tool
FTTx Roll out /Delivery Mechanism
Outside Plant Fiber Optic Cable
Fibre entering in Building design
Aerial Cable Construction Tool
Spicing Machines & Other Tools
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Learn more: https://www.intel.ai/accelerating-for-ai/?elq_cid=1192980
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The US House of Representatives is deeply concerned by ongoing and pervasive acts of antisemitic
harassment and intimidation at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Failing to act decisively to ensure a safe learning environment for all students would be a grave dereliction of your responsibilities as President of MIT and Chair of the MIT Corporation.
This Congress will not stand idly by and allow an environment hostile to Jewish students to persist. The House believes that your institution is in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and the inability or
unwillingness to rectify this violation through action requires accountability.
Postsecondary education is a unique opportunity for students to learn and have their ideas and beliefs challenged. However, universities receiving hundreds of millions of federal funds annually have denied
students that opportunity and have been hijacked to become venues for the promotion of terrorism, antisemitic harassment and intimidation, unlawful encampments, and in some cases, assaults and riots.
The House of Representatives will not countenance the use of federal funds to indoctrinate students into hateful, antisemitic, anti-American supporters of terrorism. Investigations into campus antisemitism by the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on Ways and Means have been expanded into a Congress-wide probe across all relevant jurisdictions to address this national crisis. The undersigned Committees will conduct oversight into the use of federal funds at MIT and its learning environment under authorities granted to each Committee.
• The Committee on Education and the Workforce has been investigating your institution since December 7, 2023. The Committee has broad jurisdiction over postsecondary education, including its compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, campus safety concerns over disruptions to the learning environment, and the awarding of federal student aid under the Higher Education Act.
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1. Fiber Optics 1-2-3
Detailed Course Outline
This four-day class has been developed with 16 hours of classroom lecture and 16 hours of hands-on skills labs
that provide the practical understanding and skills required to properly design, install, and maintain fiber optic
networks. This course is also available in a two-day version with 16 hours of classroom lecture.
This course is applicable to fiber optic communications systems in Telco, Broadband, and Premises (LAN)
applications. Students will learn how to splice, connectorize, test, and troubleshoot optical fiber networks in order
to increase efficiency, reliability, and on-the-job safety as well as to reduce cost and downtime.
Prerequisites: None. Entry level.
Certifications and Credits: ETA Fiber Optic Installer (FOI)
30 BICSI ITS Continuing Education Credits
Light Brigade Certificate of Completion
Chapter 1 — Preface
• Photonics Skills Standard for Technicians
Chapter 2 — Introduction
• Basic Fiber Optic Terminology
• Three Critical Considerations
• Optical Fiber Transmission System
• Fiber Optic Standards
• Fiber Comparison
• Typical Transmission Rates
• Service Providers of Communications
• Fiber Optics History
• Fiber Optic Symbols
• System Topologies
• Advantages and Disadvantages of Fiber Optics
Chapter 3 — Theory
• Numerical Aperture
• Refraction
• Optical Reflection
• The Electromagnetic Spectrum
• Lightwave Transmission
• ITU Transmission Bands
• Attenuation
• Intrinsic and Extrinsic Losses
• Termination Attenuation
• Multimode Systems
• Graded-index Lightwave Propagation
• Single-mode Systems
• Mode Field Diameter
• Optical Dispersion
Chapter 4 — Fiber
• Fiber Characteristics and Specifications
• Multimode Fiber Types
• Multimode Fiber Bandwidth
• Launch Conditions
• Single-mode Fiber Types
• Dispersion-compensating Fiber
• Fiber Optic Color Coding
• Application Areas of Optical Fiber
Chapter 5 — Cable
• Cable Materials and Structure
• Indoor Optical Cables
• Low Smoke Zero Halogen
• Distribution Cables
• Interlocking Armor Cable
• Breakout Cables
• Fiber Optic Cable Cordage
• Tight Buffered Cable Specifications
• Indoor/Outdoor Cables
• Loose Tube Outside Plant Cables
• Stranded Cables
• Unitube Cables
• Ribbon Cables
• Microduct Cables
• Aerial Fiber Optic Cables
• FTTx Drop Cables
• Typical Optical Cable Specifications
• Composite and Hybrid Cables
• Cable Interconnection Options
• Loose Tube Cable Preparation
2. Fiber Optics 1-2-3 — Detailed Course Outline
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Chapter 6 — Connectors
• Main Connector Components
• What to Look for in a Connector
• Subscriber Connector (SC)
• BFOC/2.5 (ST)
• LC Connector
• Multifiber Connectors
• Older Multimode Connectors
• DWDM Influenced Single-mode Connectors
• Older Single-mode Connector Styles
• Termination Techniques
• Connector Polishing Procedures
• Fiber Optic Connector Inspection
• Cleaning Methods
• Single-mode Field Connectorization Issues
• The Importance of Yield
• Attenuators
• Terminators
Chapter 7 — Splicing
• Why Do We Need to Splice?
• Good Splice Requirements
• Fiber Cleaving
• Common Fiber Optic Cleavers
• Fusion Splicing
• Ribbon Splicing
• Mechanical Splicing
• Pigtail Splicing
• How Do We Protect the Splice?
Chapter 8 — Fiber and Cable Management
• Rack Space
• Patch Panels
• Splice Panels
• Optical Entrance Enclosures
• Fiber Distribution Units
• Splice Closures
• Splice Trays
• Fanout and Breakout Kits
• Buildings and Campuses
• Premises Panels
• Fiber Raceway Systems
• Work Area (WA) Media Outlets
• Fiber to the Building Installations
• OSP Fiber and Cable Management
• FTTx Cable Management Products
• Fiber Distribution Hubs
• Fiber Access Terminals
• Multiport Service Terminals
• Fiber Transition Terminals
• Cabling Scenarios
• Vaults and Handholes
• Panel and Closure Issues
Chapter 9 — Installation
• Optical Cable Installation
• Cable Handling
• Guidelines for Fiber Optic Cable Installation
• Standards, Regulations, and Codes
• Air Blown Fiber
• Cabling Buildings
• Cable Trays and Cable Duct Benefits
• Cable Installation Products
Chapter 10 — OSP Installation
• Underground Installation Techniques
• Proper Route Planning and Engineering
• Conduit and Duct Installation
• Cable Pulling Methods
• Tension Monitoring
• High Air Speed Blown
• Aerial Installation
• Utility Applications of Fiber Optics
• Mid-span (Express) Entries
• Slack Storage Methods
• Underground Cable Storage
• Aerial Cable Storage Products
• Sequential Markings
Chapter 11 — Test Equipment
• Optical Loss Test Sets
• The OTDR
• Key Issues for All OTDRs
• Fiber Identifiers
• Visual Tracers
• Visual Inspection
• Optical Dispersion Testers
• Testing Documentation
• Elements of an Effective Maintenance Posture
Chapter 12 — Optical Testing
• TIA-568 Testing Terminology
• Test Methods
• Multimode Launch Conditions
• Optical Loss Testing with a Mandrel
• Reference Test Methods
• Insertion Loss Method
• “Not to Exceed” Charts
• Testing Transmitter and Receiver Power
• Transmitter and Receiver Documentation
• OTDR Deadzone
• OTDR Signatures
• Optical Gain
• Fiber Roll-off
• Testing Fiber Optic Splitters
• Key Points to Understanding IOR
• Documentation Issues
3. Fiber Optics 1-2-3 — Detailed Course Outline
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Chapter 13 — Restoration
• Identify … Locate … Resolve
• Typical Causes of Failure
• Types of Fiber Optic Damage
• Failure Rates of Fiber Optic Systems
• Pre-Emergency Planning Activities
• Equipment Used in the Restoration Role
• Troubleshooting Flow Chart
• Emergency Restoration Jump Kit
• Aerial Restorations
• OSP Restorations
• OSP Emergency Restoration
• Fiber Optic Restoration for Premises
• Proactive Planning vs. Reactive Restorations
• Premises Restorations
• LAN Restorations
• The Need for Slack Cable
• Post-restoration Recommendations
Chapter 14 — Safety
• Fiber Optic Safety Concerns
• Visual Safety Using Fiber Optic Sources
• Wavelength and the Eye
• Laser Classifications
• Working with Lasers
• Safety Eyewear
• Working with Optical Fibers
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Chemicals
• Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• The Work Area
• Installation Practices
Chapter 15 — Communication System Basics
• Fiber Optic Transmitters
• Laser Light Sources
• Lasers in Single-mode Systems
• Light Sources in Multimode Systems
• Laser and LED Spectral Width
• Reflection Issues
• Fiber Optic Receivers
• Photo Diodes
• Typical Span Distances
• Repeaters, Regenerators, and Amplifiers
• Factors for Regenerator Usage
• Basic Components for Optical Transmission
• Point to Point
• Point to Multipoint
• Passive Devices
• Optical Splitters
• WDMs and Bidi Devices
• Coarse Wavelength Division Multiplexing
• Dense WDM
Chapter 16 — Loss Budgets
• Loss Budget Basics
• Design Options for Fiber Optic Networks
• Safety Margin
• Multimode System Budgets
• Multimode Wavelength Optimization
• 10/40/100 Gigabit Networks
• Single-mode Wavelength Optimization
• Single-mode System Budgets
• Loss Budgets for FTTx Networks
• PON Architectures
• P2MP System Budgets
Appendix A — Worksheets
• Fiber Selection
• Cabling Options
• Cable Management Products
• Test Equipment Selection
• Placement Technique
• Fiber Installation Inspection Report
• OTDR Acceptance Test Form
• Splice Loss Record
Appendix B — Miscellaneous
• National and Canadian Electrical Codes
• TIA-569
Hands-on Skills Learning
Station #1 – Splicing
• Fusion / mechanical / pigtail
• Fiber handling and cleaving
Station #2 – Connectorization
• Multiple bonding methods
• Visual inspection / cleaning
• Cable assembly testing
Station #3 – Cable Preparation
• Loose tube cable preparation
• Breakout and distribution cable preparation
• Patch panel and splice closure preparation
• Mid-entry practices
Station #4 – OTDR Operation
• Acceptance testing
• Reflection testing
• Span testing and splice loss
• Emergency restoration
• Troubleshooting
Station #5 – Optical Loss Testing
• Link loss measurement
• Transmit and receive power
• Reflection testing
• Variable and fixed attenuators