Course
Certified Fiber Optic Technician Training (CFOT) - (Spanish)
Name
TCT-3102B2
Available Classes
    Section Location Begin Date End Date Instructor Price Seats Available/Total Seats
290337 Northern Wake Campus 06/10/2024 06/22/2024 G. Guitarte $525.00 6/15
Description Course Outline Requirements Intended Audience More Details
Intended Audience
Students interested working in the network cabling industry
Description
Desarrolle las habilidades basicas para un empleo como técnico en fibra óptica o telecomunicaciones en una empresa . Este curso cubre los principios fundamentales de la fibra óptica: tecnología, terminación de cables, redes, procedimientos de empalme, solución de problemas y equipos de prueba. Seguirá los estándares y protocolos de seguridad a medida que aprenda cómo terminar cables de fibra óptica, realizar un empalme mecánico y de fusión y calcular un presupuesto de pérdida del sistema. También aprenderá a construir, probar y solucionar problemas de sistemas de cableado utilizando un reflectómetro óptico en el dominio del tiempo (ODTR); y cómo operar una Fusion Splicer. Al finalizar, será elegible para realizar el examen de Técnico Certificado en Fibra Óptica (CFOT®) de la Asociación de Fibra Óptica (FOA®), una certificación reconocida a nivel nacional.

Prerrequisitos: Haber terminado el décimo grado de bachillerato / preparatoria o nivel CRC Bronce o superior.
Texto obligatorio: Guía de referencia de fibra óptica de FOA®, ISBN: 10 1-4392-5387-0, ISBN: 13 978-1-4392-5387-8. Los estudiantes deben traer ropa de seguridad, guantes, zapatos y anteojos de proteccion.
Course Objectives
  1. Learn about the theory of fiber optics
    Be able to create a fiber optic cable, testing and troubleshooting fundamentals, and calculate a system loss budget
    Acquire the skills to terminate fiber optic cables with ST and SC connectors and perform a mechanical splice
Outline of Instruction
  1. 1.- Introduction to telecommunications
    2.- Terms and definitions used in the telecommunications industry
    3.- Basic applications and transmission systems
    4.- Fiber Optic Datalinks, Fiber Optic Transceivers for Datalinks
    5.- Optical Fiber
    6.- Fiber Optic Cables
    7.- Termination and splicing
    8.- Termination and splicing Hand On Practice
    9.- Network Design
    10.- Installation
    11.- Standards
    12.- Glossary of terms
    13.- FAQs on Fiber Optics
    14.- Testing
    15.- Human Resources
    a. Customer service
    b. Interpersonal skills
    c. Interview skills
    d. Write a resume
Contact Hours
96
CEU's
9.6
Industry Standard, State, or National Certification
Yes
Certification
The Fiber Optic Association
Website URL
https://www.thefoa.org/
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
  1. Pass the CFOT test with a minimum of 70%
  2. Successful construct a passing fiber optic cable IAW industry standards.
CE to CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
Completed 10th grade of High School or CRC Bronze level or above. Students should bring wear safety clothes, gloves, shoes, and glasses.
Text and Supplies Needed
FOA Reference Guide to Fiber Optics
ISBN: 10 1-4392-5387-0
ISBN: 13 978-1-4392-5387-8



Book available at Amazon.com: Books: Guía de Referencia de la Asociación de Fibra Óptica (FOA) Sobre Fibra Óptica: Guía de estudio para la certificación de la FOA (Libros de texto de ... la FOA sobre fibra óptica) (Spanish Edition): Hayes, Jim: 9781495990182: Amazon.com: Books

Eye safety glasses (transparent, no tint, simple plastic safety glasses)
Soft leather work gloves
PC equipped with MS Office
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
N/A
Requirements for Successful Completion of this Course
  1. Attendance 90% or above
  2. Participation
  3. Minimum of passing score of 70% on end of course exam
  4. Successful completion of this course requires 90% attendance and satisfactory class participation (i.e., be able to demonstrate proficiency in all concepts taught). If a student has extenuating circumstances causing absences of greater than 10% of the class time, the student must make arrangements with the instructor to provide evidence of keeping up with the class material and making up the work, exercises, and projects missed; or demonstrate competency in the course objectives. Students with irregular attendance, less than 90% attendance, or is unable to demonstrate competency will receive a grade of NG (no grade).
  5. Lab exercises, when applicable, will be performed on the date assigned by the instructor.
  6. Successfully construct a passing fiber optic cable IAW industry standards.
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
N/A
Intended Audience
Students interested working in the network cabling industry
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
Fiber Optic Technician
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
Fiber Optic Installers
Industry or Job Titles Related to training Outcomes for Employment
  • Inside plant (ISP) and outside plant (OSP) specialist
  • Fiber Optic Techician
Related Courses
  • Network Cabling Fiber Optic-Based Systems - TCT-3102B4
  • Basic Telecommunications - TCT-3101A4
Course Contact Information
Myra Beckers
mbeckers@waketech.edu
919-532-5977