Singlemode Fibre Installation

Overview The course is based upon hands-on and theoretical learning. Students will learn to install, terminate and test fibre-optic cable within data communications systems. With the integration of fibre optical technology into Networks, CCTV and traffic systems, and this comprehensive course provides you with the technical knowledge and skills to carry out all types of Fibre Installation and Testing. Duration - 5 Days.

Who will benefit

Anyone who comes into contact with or works within the Cable arena at all levels.

Prerequisites

None.

Course Assessments

We take you beyond the City & Guilds qualification to keep you abreast of the latest technological developments and ensure that you have the theoretical input to understand the whole picture. With our high instructor to student ratio, this course is suitable for beginners and for those who wish to enhance existing skills and qualifications.

Course Content

Modules are split into the following groups: Module 1 Follow Recommended Installation Procedures You will: · Check the cable and components before installation · Check the correct cable laying procedures are followed · Test laid cable before jointing/termination You will learn: · Single Mode optical fibres as step index · Fibre specifications and parameters · Fibre and cable inspection test methods and documentation · Use of components · Use of equipment for installation · Requirements for checking cable and components · Methods and means to follow work plans and instructions · Safe working and efficiency when undertaking installation · Testing of laid cable before jointing/termination Module 2 Prepare Fibre Optic Cable for Fibre Splicing You will: · Prepare cable for splicing · Prepare coated fibre for splicing You will learn: · Characteristics of cables as indoor/outdoor/universal · Basic constructional features of Single Mode fibre cable and coatings · Selection and correct use of cable cutting and stripping tools · Purpose and use of fibre cleaning materials and techniques · Rules for efficiency and special precautions to be observed when carrying out preparation Module 3 Joint and Terminate Fibre Optic Cables by Splicing You will: · Set up working environment for outdoor cable jointing · Prepare bare fibre for splicing · Splice fibres using fusion splice techniques · Splice fibres using mechanical splice techniques · Organise cables, tubes and fibres into joint housing · Seal joint enclosure You will learn: · The requirements for an efficient and effective cable jointing environment · Working principles of splicing · Use of fibre cleaving tools · Possible causes of faults in cleaving · Correct use of splice equipment according to range and application · Potential problems when undertaking splicing and identify causes · Performance requirements of splices for typical telecoms and cable TV applications · Correct use of splice management and protection systems and procedures for working with high fibre cables · Sealing and cable retention methods for enclosure systems · Rules for efficiency and special precautions for splicing Module 4 Test Fibre Optic Links You will: · Test fibre continuity using a visible light source · Test link performance using an infra-red lightand power meter · Test link performance using OTDR techniques You will learn: · The range of test methods and the purposeof testing · Correct use and principles of operation of test equipment · Use of testing equipment and procedures · Application and operation of an OTDR · The procedures for testing and test conditions · Application and operation of test equipment toprevent sources of error · To recognise acceptable link and component performance and appropriate documentation · General rules for efficiency and specialprecautions to be observed for testing.