- Type Learning
- Level Intermediate
- Time Hours
- Cost Paid
Cable Installation
Issued by
Northwood Technical College
This badge will focus on design and install network cabling. The focus will be to understand voice and data networking. The basic cable installer will be able to build and administrate the physical layer of network infrastructure and gain a deeper understanding of the networking devices that this layer interconnects.
- Type Learning
- Level Intermediate
- Time Hours
- Cost Paid
Earning Criteria
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Related instructional courses provide technical ability and a basic understanding of the broadband industry as well as the overall site development. Students receive related instruction style training that complements the on-the-job learning. This instruction helps refine the technical and academic skills that apply to the job.
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•Outline data cabling operations •Analyze cabling specifications and standards •Explain network architectures •Outline NEC and UL requirements •Explain cabling system components •Determine uses for data cabling installer tools •Explain transmission media for networking and telecommunications •Explain telecommunications outlet and connectors •Explain LAN and Wireless networks •Explain cabling systems, testing, troubleshooting and installations •Explain data cabling process
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Students will complete badge course related instruction at satisfactory level. Student will complete work experience component supervised by mentor or department manager at satisfactory level.
Standards
This badge is part of a broadband installer badge. The badge is a joint initiative with Northwood Technical College and NTCA, the Rural Broadband Association. Upon completion of four badges related to broadband Level 2 skills, students will receive a Broadband Installer badge.