Hands On Fiber Optic Training
Fiber Optic Training Overview
John Bruno from Fiber Instrument Sales conducts fiber optic training throughout the US. John will also conduct custom corporate training at your location in addition to his regular training schedule. He explains that even if you have taken one of his classes in the past, you might want to take a refresher. It is important to note that a lot has changed in fiber optics over the past few years and he is constantly updating his material. His classes are always a new experience for those wishing to begin or continue their fiber optic education.
John covers a large swath of topics during his training. The course starts with the basics and the fundamentals. He progresses through connectorization, power meter and light source attenuation testing, and hands on OTDR testing. He then finishes up with an entire section on fusion splicing.
If anyone has questions concerning training and travel logistics, they can please contact Grace Edel, Training Coordinator. As John says, he knows you will enjoy the class. In most instances he will be in a location near you this year. For additional info; contact Grace at gedel@fissales.com or call directly at 1-315-737-2169.
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Hands-On Training Dates
| 2023 |
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| September 19-20 | New Orleans, LA |
| October 16-17 | Columbus, OH |
| November 13-14 | Nashville, TN |
| November 15-16 | Atlanta, GA |
| December 11-12 | Boston, MA |
| December 13-14 | New York, NY |
John Bruno
Vice President of Training
Robert Licari
Instructor, Sales Engineer, and Test Equipment Product Line Manager
Day 1: Fiber Optics
Basic Fiber Optic Theory
This section provides the basic fundamentals that all fiber optic professionals need. Maybe the most important module, everything taught after draws from these fundamentals.
• Cleaning
• Advantages of Fiber Optics
• Components in a Link
• Cable Layers
• Singlemode vs. Multimode
• Fiber Standards (OS2, OM1, OM2, OM3, OM4)
• CWDM
• DWDM
• SWDM
• Bend Optimized Fiber
• Transceivers
• Multifiber Cable Construction
• Fiber Optic Connectors
• Single Fiber
• Multifiber
• MPO Patterns & Methods
Connectorization Workshop
Hands-on fiber optic connectorization gives the student all of the skills needed to manufacture SC fiber connectors.
• Cable Preparation
• Fiber Cleaning
• Connector Installation
• VFL Verification
Video Microscope Operation and Workshop
• IEC Singlemode and Multimode workshop
• Hands-On Visual Inspection and Testing of Connector End Faces
Day 2: Advance Fiber Optics
Review Test
Review of previous days' class with questions used to reinforce basic fiber fundamentals.
Lecture and Hands-On Power Meter and Light Source Testing
The student will learn the function and operation of a Power Meter and Light Source testing. SC cable that was made on day one will be tested by the student to pass/fail criteria.
• Power Meter and Light Source Operation
• Power Budget and Loss Budget
• Hands-on testing of SC Fiber Cables Made in Day One
OTDR Lecture
An in-depth overview of OTDR operation and Trace analysis.
• OTDR overview
• Review of Connector Polishes (APC, UPC, PC, Flat)
• Fusion Splice relationship to OTDR
• Mechanical Splice relationship to OTDR
• How to interpret a Trace
• Graphical trace analysis and trace interpretation
OTDR Hands-On
Hands-on OTDR testing of a 4-kilometer test box with several events.
• Use overview and operation of Singlemode OTDR
• Trace analysis of Singlemode Test Box
Fusion Splicing Lecture and Workshop
Maintenance, Arc Checking, and Cleaver operations are covered in this section. The student will understand the difference in models and manufacturers along with the fundamentals of splicing technology. Hands-on Arc Checking and Fusion splicing will be performed.
• Fusion Splicer Overview
• Splicer Cleaning
• Cleaver Maintenance
• Arc Checking
• Fusion Splicing Hands-on
Cheetah Splice on Connector Lecture and Certification
Cheetah Splice on Connector demo is performed and then each student will splice their own connector to receive certification.
• Introduction of SOC connectors
• Installation instruction of SOC connectors
• Student demonstrates the installation of SOC Connector
• Certification
Questions?
Grace Edel
Training Coordinator
gedel@fissales.com
315-737-2169
