FOA - CFOS/T
FOA CFOS certification is based on an extensive knowledge of fibre optics technology and application as well as demonstrated skills in appropriate tasks. .
This is the specialist certification covering fibre optic testing and provides additional training for those who wish to increase their understanding or specialise in the field of Fibre Optic testing. This course covers testing techniques and the use of standard Fibre Optic test equipment (VLS/VFL, Light Source & Power Meter, and OTDR). In addition to time spent on chromatic and polarisation mode dispersion and FTTX testing
5
DAYS
1
CERTIFICATES
WEEKLY
RUNNING DATES
SN12 8BT
FIBREPLUS TRAINING CENTRE
1. Concepts of Fibre Optic Testing
- Introduction to fibre optic testing
- Common terms used
- Power & Loss budgets
- Fibre Types
- Recognising Fibre Issues
- Fibre Equipment types
2. Fibre Optic Installation & Commissioning
- Stage 1 a,1b and 2 testing
- Optical Loss Budgets
- Fusion splicing, Mechanical splicing and BFA’s
- Test leads—Launch and Reference
- Standards
- Testing Procedures - Acceptance, Installed Cables, Complete
- Documentation
3. Fibre Optic Fault Finding & Testing
- Introduction to advanced testing & common terms used
- Power & Loss budgets
- Connectors
- Testing Equipment & Techniques
- VLS/VFL testing
- Fibre identifier
- Microscopes
- ILM (Light source & Power Meter)
- OTDR Testing
4. Understanding Chromatic, Polarisation Mode Dispersion and FTTx Testing
- Effects of PMD and CD
- Limitations
- How to minimise PMD and CD
- How to test PMD and CD
- Additional considerations when testing FTTx
- Optimised test equipment
- Certification tools
| File | Link |
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| CFOS/T Content | Download |
Step 1
Select your course and available date with a member of the Fibreplus Training team
Step 2
Complete the Course Registration Form Online
Step 3
Once your deposit is paid, you will receive a registration letter and we will see you on your course