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BDI DATALYNK FIBER OPTICS CLASSES
Amarillo College and BDI DataLynk are partnering to offer BDI DataLynk Fiber Optics classes in Amarillo, Texas.
The classes will be held at our East Campus in Building L, room 115, which is close to the Amarillo International Airport, and is just off I–40 East. Many hotels and restaurants are within a short driving distance of our campus.
The following Fiber Optics classes will be held at Amarillo College:
2010 SCHEDULED CLASSES!!
OCTOBER SESSION IS NOW OPEN. PLEASE REGISTER EARLY!!!
October 2010 Session
Course ID#094372- Certified Fiber Optics Technician:3-Day Basic CFOT Course, Monday - Wednesday, October 4 - 6, 2010, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM -Cost $700
Course ID#094373- 2-Day Specialist in Testing & Maintenance (CFOS/T) - Thursday - Friday, October 7 - 8, 2010, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM -Cost $675
Course ID#094378- 2-Day Specialist in Splicing ( CFOS/S) - Saturday - Sunday, October 9 - 10, 2010, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Cost $675
**NOTE**
Courses are subject to a 6-student minimum for class to make!
To register online:
then click on "register and pay for continuing education classes"
click on the topic code "Fiber Optics" for Fiber Optic classes
To register by mail or fax: OR FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT US AT:
Mailing Address: Amarillo CollegeTechnical Training SolutionsP. O. Box 447Amarillo, TX 79178 Fax: 806-371-5048 Ron Faulkner Kathy Wheeler806-371-5930 806-335-4351 PAYMENT IS DUE AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION. Payment Options: Credit card, check, money order, or cash is accepted at any of the Assistance Centers.
(CHECK BELOW FOR PRICES AND CLASS DETAILS!)
Certified Fiber Optics Technician Course (CFOT)
Course Cost: $700 (Price includes textbook,workbook, and study materials.)
Course Description: This introductory 3-day fiber optics course is designed for anyone interested in becoming a Certified Fiber Optics Technician. This program combines theory and 75% hands-on activities to prepare the student to take the CFOT (Certified Fiber Optics Technician) test that is sanctioned by the FOA (Fiber Optics Association) and given and graded the final class day. This course also introduces the student to industry standards governing FTTD (Fiber To The Desk), FTTH (Fiber To The Home, LAN/WAN fiber networks, and further introduces the student to basic fusion and mechanical splicing. Students will learn how to identify fiber types, recognize various connectors used in fiber installation; and install, terminate, splice, and properly test installed fiber cable to existing standards. This program explores the history and future of fiber optics and fiber optics capabilities, and cost of installation. Standards covered: NECA/FOA-301-2004, EIA/TIA 568-B.3, ANSI/TIA/EIA 607-A, and NEC Article 770-50, Anyone interested in becoming a Certified Fiber Optics Technician should attend this class. Upon successful completion, this program is recognized for BICSI CECs (Continuing Education Credits): RCDD 21, Installer Level/2 Technician 12 CECs. Course fee includes all books and study materials. Suggested Prerequisite: Basic working knowledge of computers. Able to see and identify small items and able to speak and understand the English language. Certified Fiber Optics Specialist in Testing & Maintenance (CFOS/T) Course Cost: $675 Course Description: This 2-day (16-hour) program is designed to offer advanced training to anyone involved with the testing and maintenance of fiber optics networks. A focal point in the program is to offer a general, easy to understand, approach to fiber optics testing standards with little theory and considerable hands on activities. This comprehensive program explains the variety of testing standards, equipment and technological approaches used in fiber network testing and splicing and how to choose between them. This 75% hands on course explores the overall spectrum of testing and maintenance of single and multi mode fiber optics networks and provides a detailed overview and demonstration of various pieces of equipment used in testing and maintenance. Subject matter includes a detailed study of ANSI/TIA/EIA-526-14(7)A, OTDR fundamentals and uses, OTDR vs. Insertion Loss Testing, Return Loss Testing, and Attenuation testing using the Power Source and Light Meter. This course is accredited by BICSI for 14 RCDD CECs and 12 Installation CECs. Prerequisite: CFOT Course or another Formal Fiber Optics Training Course within preceding 6 months, or 1 Year Fiber Optics Related Experience. Must have taken and passed the Basic CFOT Exam prior to registering Specialist Certification (CFOS/T) with the FOA. If the student is not a registered CFOT with the FOA, the 100-question exam is available to “test out” of the basic, CFOT Course requirement. The fee for this exam is $145.00. See BDI DataLynk web site for additional information.
Certified Fiber Optics Splicing Specialist Course (CFOS/S)
Course Cost: $675 Course Description: This 2-day program includes a complete PowerPoint presentation explaining the importance of high performance splicing and further details the points necessary to achieve these splices. The depth of this presentation is much greater than most textbooks and provides background information about splicing that is very important to the student. An overview of OTDR functions and trace understanding is also provided during this presentation. 75% hands-on classroom activities will provide training in both fusion and mechanical splicing of both single and multi mode fiber optic cables. Both inside and outside plant fiber optic cable types will be utilized during these hands-on sessions along with inside and outside plant enclosures and splice trays. The student will be responsible for successfully making and testing both single mode and multi mode mechanical and fusion splices. In addition to the basic splicing activities outlined above, the student will further be required to correctly and efficiently install spliced fibers into splice trays and trays in enclosures. These enclosures will include both rack and wall mounted splice enclosures, as well as, outside plant enclosures. The student will further be required to achieve a splice loss of less than 0.15 dB for all splices and demonstrate proficiency in interpretation of splice loss using OTDR splice traces. This program is approved for BICSI CECs (Continuing Education Credits): RCDD 14 CECs and INS, Level 2/Technician CECs - 14. Suggested Prerequisite: CFOT Course or another Formal Fiber Optics Training Course within preceding 6 months, or 1 Year Fiber Optics Related Experience. Specifically: Experience with fiber preparation, termination, and testing and a thorough knowledge of fiber optic safety practices. Note: Anyone can attend this program; however, those wishing to become registered with the FOA as a Certified Fiber Optic Specialist in Splicing (CFOS/S) must have taken and passed the Basic CFOT Exam which can be administered during this class period. If the student is not a registered CFOT with the FOA, the 100-question exam is available to “test out” of the basic, CFOT Course requirement. The fee for this exam is $145.00. Please visit the BDI DataLynk web site for additional information on prerequisites.
COURSE ID NUMBERS WILL BE POSTED UPON AVAILABILITY EACH SEMESTER
October 2010 Session
Course ID#094372- Certified Fiber Optics Technician:3-Day Basic CFOT Course, Monday - Wednesday, October 4 - 6, 2010, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM -Cost $700
Course ID#094373- 2-Day Specialist in Testing & Maintenance (CFOS/T) - Thursday - Friday, October 7 - 8, 2010, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM -Cost $675
Course ID#094378- 2-Day Specialist in Splicing ( CFOS/S) - Saturday - Sunday, October 9 - 10, 2010, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Cost $675
**NOTE**
Courses are subject to a 6-student minimum for class to make!
To register online:
then click on "register and pay for continuing education classes"
click on the topic code "Fiber Optics" for Fiber Optic classes
To register by mail or fax: OR FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT US AT:
Mailing Address: Amarillo CollegeTechnical Training SolutionsP. O. Box 447Amarillo, TX 79178 Fax: 806-371-5048 Ron Faulkner Kathy Wheeler806-371-5930 806-335-4351 PAYMENT IS DUE AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION. Payment Options: Credit card, check, money order, or cash is accepted at any of the Assistance Centers.
OR FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT US AT:
Mailing Address:
Amarillo College
Technical Training Solutions
P. O. Box 447
Amarillo, TX 79178
Fax: 806-371-5048
Ron Faulkner Kathy Wheeler
806-371-5930 806-335-4351
PAYMENT IS DUE AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION.
Payment Options: Credit card, check, money order, or cash is accepted at any of the Assistance Centers.
(CHECK BELOW FOR PRICES AND CLASS DETAILS!)
Certified Fiber Optics Technician Course (CFOT)
Course Cost: $700 (Price includes textbook,workbook, and study materials.)
Course Description: This introductory 3-day fiber optics course is designed for anyone interested in becoming a Certified Fiber Optics Technician. This program combines theory and 75% hands-on activities to prepare the student to take the CFOT (Certified Fiber Optics Technician) test that is sanctioned by the FOA (Fiber Optics Association) and given and graded the final class day. This course also introduces the student to industry standards governing FTTD (Fiber To The Desk), FTTH (Fiber To The Home, LAN/WAN fiber networks, and further introduces the student to basic fusion and mechanical splicing. Students will learn how to identify fiber types, recognize various connectors used in fiber installation; and install, terminate, splice, and properly test installed fiber cable to existing standards. This program explores the history and future of fiber optics and fiber optics capabilities, and cost of installation. Standards covered: NECA/FOA-301-2004, EIA/TIA 568-B.3, ANSI/TIA/EIA 607-A, and NEC Article 770-50, Anyone interested in becoming a Certified Fiber Optics Technician should attend this class. Upon successful completion, this program is recognized for BICSI CECs (Continuing Education Credits): RCDD 21, Installer Level/2 Technician 12 CECs. Course fee includes all books and study materials.
Suggested Prerequisite: Basic working knowledge of computers. Able to see and identify small items and able to speak and understand the English language.
Certified Fiber Optics Specialist in Testing & Maintenance (CFOS/T)
Course Cost: $675
Course Description: This 2-day (16-hour) program is designed to offer advanced training to anyone involved with the testing and maintenance of fiber optics networks. A focal point in the program is to offer a general, easy to understand, approach to fiber optics testing standards with little theory and considerable hands on activities. This comprehensive program explains the variety of testing standards, equipment and technological approaches used in fiber network testing and splicing and how to choose between them. This 75% hands on course explores the overall spectrum of testing and maintenance of single and multi mode fiber optics networks and provides a detailed overview and demonstration of various pieces of equipment used in testing and maintenance. Subject matter includes a detailed study of ANSI/TIA/EIA-526-14(7)A, OTDR fundamentals and uses, OTDR vs. Insertion Loss Testing, Return Loss Testing, and Attenuation testing using the Power Source and Light Meter. This course is accredited by BICSI for 14 RCDD CECs and 12 Installation CECs.
Prerequisite: CFOT Course or another Formal Fiber Optics Training Course within preceding 6 months, or 1 Year Fiber Optics Related Experience. Must have taken and passed the Basic CFOT Exam prior to registering Specialist Certification (CFOS/T) with the FOA. If the student is not a registered CFOT with the FOA, the 100-question exam is available to “test out” of the basic, CFOT Course requirement. The fee for this exam is $145.00. See BDI DataLynk web site for additional information.
Certified Fiber Optics Splicing Specialist Course (CFOS/S)
Course Cost: $675
Course Description: This 2-day program includes a complete PowerPoint presentation explaining the importance of high performance splicing and further details the points necessary to achieve these splices. The depth of this presentation is much greater than most textbooks and provides background information about splicing that is very important to the student. An overview of OTDR functions and trace understanding is also provided during this presentation. 75% hands-on classroom activities will provide training in both fusion and mechanical splicing of both single and multi mode fiber optic cables. Both inside and outside plant fiber optic cable types will be utilized during these hands-on sessions along with inside and outside plant enclosures and splice trays. The student will be responsible for successfully making and testing both single mode and multi mode mechanical and fusion splices. In addition to the basic splicing activities outlined above, the student will further be required to correctly and efficiently install spliced fibers into splice trays and trays in enclosures. These enclosures will include both rack and wall mounted splice enclosures, as well as, outside plant enclosures. The student will further be required to achieve a splice loss of less than 0.15 dB for all splices and demonstrate proficiency in interpretation of splice loss using OTDR splice traces. This program is approved for BICSI CECs (Continuing Education Credits): RCDD 14 CECs and INS, Level 2/Technician CECs - 14.
Suggested Prerequisite: CFOT Course or another Formal Fiber Optics Training Course within preceding 6 months, or 1 Year Fiber Optics Related Experience. Specifically: Experience with fiber preparation, termination, and testing and a thorough knowledge of fiber optic safety practices.
Note:
Anyone can attend this program; however, those wishing to become registered with the FOA as a Certified Fiber Optic Specialist in Splicing (CFOS/S) must have taken and passed the Basic CFOT Exam which can be administered during this class period. If the student is not a registered CFOT with the FOA, the 100-question exam is available to “test out” of the basic, CFOT Course requirement. The fee for this exam is $145.00.
Please visit the BDI DataLynk web site for additional information on prerequisites.