Broadband Fiber Optics

Broadband Fiber Optics

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Program Description

The Broadband Fiber Optics Technician & Apprenticeship certificate prepares the student for a career as an entry-level telecommunications technician specializing in fiber optics. Students will learn to install, terminate, test, and troubleshoot single-mode and multimode fiber optic cabling systems in a variety of building foundations and with on the job experience through an apprenticeship.

The Broadband Fiber Optics Technician certificate prepares the student for a career as an entry-level telecommunications technician specializing in fiber optics. Students will learn to install, terminate, test, and troubleshoot single-mode and multimode fiber optic cabling systems in a variety of building foundations.

Learning Outcomes:

• Demonstrate knowledge of and practical skills in basic electricity.
• Demonstrate an understanding of fiber optics theory and principles, broadband technologies, installation and termination techniques, and splicing and repair procedures
• Install, operate, and maintain fiber optic cable plants used in broadband telecommunications networks using industry-standard fiber optics equipment
• Describe the various foundation and framing materials and terminology and demonstrate the ability to perform basic foundation and framing construction.
• Develop practical skills and knowledge regarding troubleshooting different scenarios through apprenticeship experiences 

Degree(s) / Certificates(s)

Title	Local Bachelor's
Broadband Fiber Optics Technician - CERT Occupational Certificate	-
Broadband Fiber Optics Technician and Apprenticeship - CERT Occupational Certificate	-

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