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FIBER OPTICS COURSE

Offered by Bridgemont Community and Technical College in partnership with BDI DataLynk

The Fiber Optics Network Certification Course prepares the student to take the CFOT (Certified Fiber Optics Technician) exam, which is given and graded at the end of class.

Why take your Fiber Optics Technician training from Bridgemont Community and Technical College?

• You will gain practical working knowledge of fiber optics skills, with 75% of class time devoted to hands-on work.
• Each class is an exam-prep course for Fiber Optics Association (FOA) certification at one of three levels.
• The fee includes the Student Study Manual, Course CD, Exam and 1-year membership to the Fiber Optic Association (FOA).
• You take the certification exam at the end of the class, and learn immediately whether you passed.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

 This program is divided into individual courses each comprised of all the topics needed to prepare for the Certified Fiber Optics Technician (CFOT) and the Advanced Fiber Optics Certification Exam that is given and graded the final day of class.

The format of the course involves:

• Chapter tests
• Class discussions
• Hands-on activities and exercises

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

 The Basic Fiber Optics Networking Course is designed for anyone interested in learning basic fiber optic networking and becoming a Certified Fiber Optics Technician. Additionally, the course assumes a basic working knowledge of computers, be able to see and identify small items, and be able to speak and understand the English language.

The Advanced Fiber Optics Network Testing and Maintenance Course are designed for students who seek advanced training with the testing and maintenance of fiber optics networks. The course assumes knowledge covered in a CFOT or equivalent course within the preceding 6 months, or 1 year Fiber Optics related experience.

Click on a course for a description

CFOT Basic Certified Fiber Optics Technician

CFOS/T Certified Fiber Testing & Maintenance

CFOS/S Certified Fiber Optics Splicing Specialist

WHAT CAN BE EXPECTED

By the end of the course, students should be able to:

• Install, terminate, and test multimode/single-node fiber optics networks effectively and efficiently
• Build and test a fiber optic LAN network
• Identify fiber network defects
• Provide Quality Assurance (QA) procedures to minimize or eliminate future network outages

BENEFITS

• Expanded knowledge of fiber optic networking
• Vast hands-on experience gained
• In-depth reference material
• Saved time and money (all inclusive-course and exam)
• With rapid technological changes in telecommunications, those with up-to-date technical skills will have the best job opportunities
• Average earnings in telecommunications greatly exceed average earnings throughout private industry

COURSE SCHEDULE

Certified Fiber Optics Technician
August 9 – 11, 2010

Monday – Wednesday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Certified Fiber Testing & Maintenance

August 12 – 13, 2010

Thursday – Friday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Certified Fiber Optics Splicing Specialist

August 14 – 15, 2010

Saturday – Sunday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Certified Fiber Optics Technician
December 13 – 15, 2010

Monday – Wednesday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Certified Fiber Testing & Maintenance

December 16 – 17, 2010

Thursday – Friday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Certified Fiber Optics Splicing Specialist

December 18 – 19, 2010

Saturday – Sunday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Cost:

CFOT Basic Certified Fiber Optics Technician

3 Day Course - $700 per student

CFOS/T Certified Fiber Testing & Maintenance

2 Day Course - $675.00 per student

CFOS/S Certified Fiber Optics Splicing Specialist

2 Day Course - $675.00 per student

All courses include Student Study Manual, Course CD, Exam and 1 year membership to the Fiber Optic Association (FOA)

To Register

 Email Cathy Stevenson at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call at 304-734-6646.