Fiber Optics 1-2-3 (Four-Day)

Issued by Light Brigade

Earners of the Fiber Optics 1-2-3 (Four-Day) Course Completion badge are prepared to utilize theory and hands-on skills in a variety of fiber optic-related roles within the communication industry. They have demonstrated an understanding of fiber basics and common hands-on installation, testing, and troubleshooting skills. Earners may utilize their acquired skills in a broad range of fiber optic communication design, installation, manufacturing, or maintenance-related roles.

Type Certification
Level Foundational
Time Days
Cost Paid

Additional Details

Skills

Cable Prep
Cable Types
Cleaning And Inspection
Connectors
Fiber Optic Installation Practices
Fiber Optics
Fiber Optic Safety
Fiber Theory
Fusion Splicing
Network Overview
Optical Fiber Types
OTDR
Splicing And Cable Management
Standards
Terminology
Test Equipment
Testing Best Practices

Earning Criteria

Hands-on Cable and Splice Closure Preparation | Earners of the Fiber Optics 1-2-3 (Four-Day) Course Completion badge demonstrate how to properly and safely prepare fiber optic cable for acceptance testing, splicing, and termination at ends and at mid-entry points.
Hands-on Fusion and Mechanical Splicing | Earners of the Fiber Optics 1-2-3 (Four-Day) Course Completion badge can discuss and demonstrate various optical fibers, cables, cleaving tools, techniques, and disciplines associated with optical splicing. The learner demonstrates an understanding of fusion and mechanical splicing of optical fibers in temporary, permanent, and emergency restoration applications.
Hands-on OTDR Theory and Operation | Earners of the Fiber Optics 1-2-3 (Four-Day) Course Completion badge demonstrate comprehension of OTDR operation, terminology, functions, and applications of the OTDR as it relates to testing fiber-optic links. Specific competencies include cable acceptance testing, monitoring splices and installed optical cables, and how the OTDR is used during maintenance and restoration work.
Hands-on Connectorization | Earners of the Fiber Optics 1-2-3 (Four-Day) Course Completion badge are able to demonstrate proper connectorization of various connector types and optical fibers in the field. Specific areas of focus are connector styles, bonding techniques, cleaving tools, and termination methods including epoxy polish, mechanical, and fusion splice varieties. The earner will also understand related testing, cleaning, and inspection procedures and equipment.
Earners of the Fiber Optics 1-2-3 (Four-Day) Course Completion badge have demonstrated knowledge retention by scoring at least 80% on a comprehensive course examination proctored by the instructor at the end of the theory portion of the class.

Standards

ETA International - Fiber Optics Installer (FOI)

Successful completion of this course prepares students to sit for ETA FOI certification exam. ETA Fiber Optics Installer certification is designed for those working with both multimode and single-mode fibers.

BICSI Continuing Education Credits

Event Code: OV-LIGHTBR-WA-0323-2; BICSI CECs: 30