FOA - CFOT
FOA CFOT certification is based on an extensive knowledge of fibre optic technology and application as well as demonstrated skills in appropriate tasks.
The CFOT certification has been structured as a general technology certification, not aligned to any specific job function. It is used by all installers, both outside plant and premises installers, two very different applications, plus component manufacturing technicians, network managers, network designers, etc.
5
DAYS
1
CERTIFICATES
WEEKLY
RUNNING DATES
SN12 8BT
FIBREPLUS TRAINING CENTRE
1. Introduction
- Fibre Optic Terms
- Metric System
- Fibre Optic Communication Systems
2. Health & Safety
- Personal safety
- Material disposal
- Standards and regulations
3. Fibre Types
- Multi/Single mode for internal installations
- Type of optical fibre
- Attenuation
- Dispersion
4. Cable Types
- Cable types, use and construction
- Loose Tube, & Tight Buffered
5. Connectors
- Connectors basics and types
- Termination processes
6. Optical Splitters & Couplers
- WDM
- DWDM
- CWDM
7. Splicing
- Splicing processes
- Trouble shooting
- Splicing parameters
8. Installation & Planning Considerations
- Loss budgets
- Choosing components
- Documentation
9. Test Equipment & Correct Procedures
- Using the VLS
- Setting up ILM Kit and referencing
- Light Source & Power Meter (ILM) Testing
- Understanding all Test equipment
- Understanding OTDR features and principles
- Event types i.e. Reflective and Non-Reflective
- Macro & Micro Bending explained
- Correct Fault Locating Principles
- Test Leads, Launch & Tail Leads
- OTDR Trace Analysis & Bi-Directional trace interpretation
- OTDR capability and limitation explained
| File | Link |
|---|---|
| CFOT 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