Certified Fiber Optics Technician Course (CFOT)

If you are interested in learning about fiber optic networking and becoming a Certified Fiber Optic Technician, this introductory course is for you. Explore the history and future of fiber optics and fiber optics capabilities, including the cost of installation. Train and hone your skills through a combination of theory and 85% hands-on activities to prepare you to take the Certified Fiber Optics Technician (CFOT) test that is sanctioned by the Fiber Optics Association (FOA) and administered on the final day of the course.

 

We will cover industry standards governing Fiber To The Desk (FTTD), Fiber To The Home (FTTH), LAN/WAN fiber networks, and discover the basics of fusion and mechanical splicing. 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.

 

Certified Fiber Optics Specialist: Testing and Maintenance (CFOS/T)

This 16-hour program is designed to provide you with advanced training for the testing and maintenance of fiber optics networks. Experience a general, easy to understand, approach to fiber optics testing standards that is light on theory and includes a considerable amount of hands-on training activities. Learn a variety of testing standards, equipment and technological approaches used in fiber optics network testing and splicing and how to choose among them. The CFOS/T exam will be administered and graded at the end of class.

 

In this 85% hands-on course, explore the overall spectrum of testing and maintenance of single and multimode fiber optics networks and gain 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.

 

Certified Fiber Optics Splicing Specialist (CFOS/S) This intensely interactive, 16-hour program explains 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 you with background information about splicing that is very important. An overview of optical time-domain reflectometer (OTDR) functions and trace understanding is also provided during this presentation. The CFOS/S exam will be administered and graded at the end of this course.

 

Classroom activities (85% hands-on) provide training in both fusion and mechanical splicing of either single or multimode fiber optic cables. Inside or outside plant fiber optic cable types are utilized at the instructor's discretion during these hands-on sessions along with fiber optics enclosures and splice trays. You are responsible for successfully making and testing both mechanical and fusion splices. In addition to the basic splicing activities outlined above, you must correctly and efficiently install spliced fibers into splice trays and enclosures. You are also required to achieve a splice loss of less than 0.15 dB for all splices and demonstrate proficiency in the interpretation of splice loss using OTDR splice traces.

 

Certified Fiber Optic Specialist in Outside Plant (OSP) Cabling

This 2-day, 16-hour fiber optic specialist course is for students who will be directly involved with installing Outside Plant (OSP) Fiber Optics Cabling. Further, it is an add-on course to their FOA portfolio once they have successfully completed the 3-day, basic CFOT course and can be taken the same week with the CFOT course. This advanced Fiber Optic Training combines lecture sessions and 85% hands-on activities to prepare the student to take the CFOS/O, OSP hands on and written exams that are sanctioned by the FOA (Fiber Optics Association) and given and graded the final class day. This course introduces the student to industry standards governing the installation, testing, and troubleshooting of OSP fiber optics cable – primarily single mode OSP cable used in the Outside Plant Rugged Environment. Students will learn how to properly identify OSP fiber cabling types, recognize various outside plant closures used in OSP fiber installation, install, prepare, terminate, splice, and properly test and troubleshoot installed OSP fiber cable to existing standards. Course fee includes study materials, Text Book, and exams and 1-year membership to the FOA.

 

On-site Fiber Optic Training

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Minimum of 6 students per class with 2 class minimum (CFO/T and CFOS/T Courses are suggested).

 

If you would like to arrange for us to provide on-site sessions for you, give us a call, or send us an email. We will be happy to speak with you and answer any questions regarding your particular requirements. We can be reached by phone at 704-617-4791 or by email: info@jo-ca.org if you have any questions.

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Program Details

• This program is ideal for audiences 17 years of age and older

• Program delivery occurs at an accelerated pace making it attractive to reentry program participants or employers seeking continuing education and employee development opportunities

• Classes are held in person

• Students may be referred or self-enroll. See list of up-coming classes below.

• Classes have a maximum capacity of 20 students

Program Duration:

• Certified Fiber Optics Technician 2.5 Days

• Certified Fiber Optics Testing Maintenance Specialist 1.5 Days

• Certified Fiber to the Home Specialist 1.5 Days

• Certified Fiber Optic Outside Plant Cabling 1.5 Days

• Certified Fiber Optics Splicing 1 Day For the bootcamp, Jennings O’Neil Career Academy packages 3 of the above classes (dependent on market). Bootcamp duration is 5 days.

 

Students who successfully complete their coursework will receive industry certification and courses are recognized by the Department of Labor and sanctioned by the Fiber Optics Association.

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Transform Your Passion into a Profession

Graduates of the Jennings O’Neil Career Academy fiber optics program are positioned to pursue a variety of career opportunities in telecommunications, networking, and information technology industries. You may work as a fiber optic technician, network installer, or systems designer. The skills gained from this program are also applicable in fields such as medical imaging and aerospace, where fiber optic technology is increasingly utilized. With the growing demand for high-speed internet and advanced communication systems, professionals trained in fiber optics are well-positioned for a promising and dynamic career.

 

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If you have interest in working in a high-demand profession in a rapidly growing industry, consider fiber optics training and propel your future forward at lightspeed!

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Upcoming Courses

(CFOT) Certified Fiber Optics Technician course in North Charleston, SC

August 12 @ 8:00 am - August 14 @ 5:00 pm

Jennings O’Neil Career Academy

(CFOS/H) Certified Fiber Optic Specialist/FTTH course in North Charleston, SC

August 15 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Jennings O’Neil Career Academy

(CFOT) Certified Fiber Optics Technician course in Lake Norman, NC

September 9 @ 8:00 am - September 11 @ 5:00 pm

Jennings O’Neil Career Academy Lake Norman

(CFOS/T) Certified Fiber Optics Specialist in Testing course in Lake Norman, NC

September 11 @ 1:00 pm - September 12 @ 5:00 pm

Jennings O’Neil Career Academy Lake Norman

(CFOS/H) Certified Fiber Optic Specialist/FTTH course in Lake Norman, NC

September 13 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Jennings O’Neil Career Academy Lake Norman