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Certified Fiber Optic Technician Training (CFOT) - (Spanish)

Course ID: TCT-3102B2
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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

Learn about the theory of fiber optics

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

Introduction to Telecommunications

Terms and Definitions Used in the Telecommunications Industry

Basic Applications and Transmission Systems

Fiber-Optic Data Links, Fiber-Optic Transceivers for Data Links

Optical Fiber

Fiber-Optic Cables

Termination and Splicing

Termination and Splicing Hands-on Practice

Network Design

Installation

Standards

Glossary of Terms

FAQs on Fiber Optics

Testing

Human Resources (Customer service, interpersonal skills, interview skills, write a resume)

Contact Hours

CEUs

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

The Fiber Optic Association

Website

https://www.thefoa.org/

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

Pass the CFOT test with a minimum score of 70%

Successful construct a passing fiber-optic cable to IAW industry standards

CE or CU Articulation

Prerequisites

Completed 10th grade of High School or CRC Bronze level or above. Students should bring wear safety clothes, gloves, shoes, and glasses.

Learning 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

90% attendance
Minimum passing score of 70% on end-of-course exam,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 who are unable to demonstrate competency will receive a grade of NG (no grade).,Lab exercises, when applicable, will be performed on the date assigned by the instructor.,Successfully construct a passing fiber-optic cable to IAW industry standards