Fiber optic technicians may install outside plant telecommunications cables underground, they may install fiber from local areas directly to homes, and sometimes will also test and troubleshoot networks. The jobs may be simple such as installing telephones and CATV in residences, or complex, ...
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Fiber Optic Design and Installation We’ve developed a comprehensive training program to meet the needs of fiber optic contractors, installers, designers, and end users. Courses include hands-on installation and design classes for data centers and local area networks. Broadband Technician We’ve devel...
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If you don’t have a terminal installed in your house, you’ll need a technician to come install one. Safety tip If your optical network terminal has loose fiber connectors, do not look into the end of the connector as this can cause eye damage. Refer to your terminal’s user manual ...
Certified Fiber Optic Installer (CFI) Course Recommended for those with 0-2 years of experience; this fiber optic installation training course is designed for those who layout, install or maintain fiber optic cabling systems. Learn More Outside Plant Technician (OSP) Course ...
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connector recognition, installation, termination, splicing, and proper testing of installed fiber cables in accordance with current standards. Our goal is to equip students to pass the Fiber Optics Association (FOA) Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT) exam, which is administered and graded on the...
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Installation Time: There is an initial setup time for the field technician who must prepare a workstation with polishing equipment and an epoxy-curing oven. The termination time for one connector is about 25 minutes due to the time needed to heat cure the epoxy. Average time per connector in...