May 6, 2009 – The Light Brigade announces its new two-day technical training course, Fundamentals of Fiber Optics. This entry-level course covers both multimode and singlemode fiber networks and is intended for installation contractors and end users involved in building and maintaining local area networks (LANs), municipal networks, and private networks.
Specific topics covered include:
- An overview of the history of fiber optics
- Fiber optic transmission theory
- Optical fiber manufacturing
- System design parameters
- Installation guidelines
- Fiber optic fusion splicing
- Fiber optic connector termination
- Field testing and troubleshooting
- Technical standards and codes
This course includes extensive hands-on exposure to optical fiber termination, system testing and troubleshooting, and fusion splicing through six hours of hands-on training using the latest in fiber optic equipment.
Fundamentals of Fiber Optics is eligible for Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT) and Advanced Fiber Optic Technician (AFOT) certifications through the Fiber Optic Association, and is approved for Continuing Education Credits from BICSI.
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