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 Christie Rutigliano, 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.

John Bruno

Vice President of Training

Robert Licari

Instructor, Sales Engineer, and Test Equipment Product Line Manager

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Hands-On Training Dates

2026
April 6-7, 2026	Kansas City, MO
April 8-9, 2026	St. Louis, MO
April 21-22, 2026	Baltimore, MD
April 28-29, 2026 - Principles For FTTH	Washington, D.C.
May 4-5, 2026	Jackson, MS
May 6-7, 2026	New Orleans, LA
May 19-20, 2026	Philadelphia, PA
June 2-3, 2026	Atlantic City, NJ
June 23-24, 2026	Albuquerque, NM
July 7-8, 2026	Cleveland, OH
August 18-19, 2026	Denver, CO
September 15-16, 2026	Phoenix, AZ
October 6-7, 2026	Nashville, TN
November 2-3, 2026	Detroit, MI
November 3-4, 2026	Washington, DC
November 4-5, 2026	Chicago, IL
November 17-18, 2026	Cincinnati, OH
December 7-8, 2026	Boston, MA
December 9-10, 2026	New York City

Course Schedule

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: ADVANCED 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