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  • Best-in-class fiber optic training and consulting to support personnel involved in managing and building fiber optic networks.
  • Completion will meet criteria to test for the CFOT (Certified Fiber Optic Technician) credential offered by the Fiber Optic Association Inc. (FOA), in partnership with KOD.
  • Courses taught by Master Instructors & Training Advisors for the Fiber Optic Association (FOA).  
  • Master Instructors have long term experience as technical services and training managers at Tier 1 Network Operators.      
  • Master Instructors have real world experience delivering, managing, and executing fiber optic projects for outside plant, telecom, broadband, enterprise, FTTx/FTTH, data centers, and government installations. 
  • Three Courses include Fiber Optic Essentials 1, Fiber Optic Essentials 2, and Fiber Optic Essentials 3. 
  • Fiber Optic Essentials 1: Blended Online Mastery with CFOT Three Day Onsite Skills Challenge. 
  • Fiber Optic Essentials 2: Online Mastery.  
  • Fiber Optic Essentials 3: Company Focused Fiber Optic Training, Consulting & Project Management. 
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Our mission is to provide best-in-class fiber optic training and consulting, in partnership with KOD, to support personnel involved in managing and building  fiber optic networks as they become the next generation of industry leaders. Advanced fiber optic training designed for all professionals including IT administrators, technicians, contractors, end users, and technical sales personnel. The Optix America Fiber Optic Essential Courses are designed for individuals seeking to learn the fundamental knowledge and skills related to fiber optic technology per industry standards.   

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Fiber Optic Essential Courses 

Fiber Optic Essentials 1 : Blended Mastery with CFOT Three Day Onsite Skills Challenge  

  • Industry Approved curriculum Includes self-paced learning activities, virtual instructor led sessions, in person hands-on training, and remote coaching 
  • Completion will meet criteria to test for the CFOT (Certified Fiber Optic Technician) credential offered by the Fiber Optic Association Inc. (FOA), in partnership with KOD.
  • Course Includes Digital FOA Textbook and FOA certification test fees
  • Seven week access to virtual and interactive self-led modules and online activities
  • Three day Hands-on Skills Lab at customer site includes fiber preparation, fusion splicing, and fiber optic testing including OTDR trace analysis   
  • Virtual Instructor led sessions
  • Personalized coaching 
  • Access to virtual community and private slack support for one year  
  • Upon completion, student will be prepared to pursue and advance to technical/sales and project management roles in the fiber optic industry
  • Available in English and Spanish 

 

Fiber Optic Essentials 2: Online Mastery  

  • Industry Approved Curriculum Includes self-paced learning activities, virtual instructor led sessions, and remote coaching.
  • Completion will meet criteria to test for the CFOT (Certified Fiber Optic Technician) credential offered by the Fiber Optic Association Inc. (FOA), in partnership with KOD.
  • Course Includes consumables on-boarding kit, Digital FOA Textbook, and FOA test fees
  • Seven week access to virtual and interactive self-led modules and online activities
  • Virtual Instructor led sessions
  • Personalized coaching 
  • Digital license to FOA Reference Guide to Fiber Optics
  • Access to virtual community and private slack support for one year  
  • Upon completion, student will be prepared to pursue and advance to technical/sales and project management roles in the fiber optic industry 
  • Available in English and Spanish 

 

Fiber Optic Essentials 3: Company Focused Fiber Optic Training, Consulting & Project Management 

  • Tailored network planning and design for your company’s specific needs  
  • Project management for your specific installation 
  • Custom training options for your employees
  • Project plans and documentation development 
  • PMI based Project Lifecycle Management 
  • Creation of tailored elearning solutions for your organization 
  • Deliver Train-the-Trainer programs 
  • Great for Service Providers, MSO’s, Coops, Contractors, End Users
  • Available in English and Spanish

Ordering Information

Course Outline: Fiber Optic Essentials Online Mastery

Week 0: Course Orientation 

  • Welcome
  • Fiber Essentials: User Agreement
  • Learning Platform Navigation Introduction
  • What is the FOA?
  • Demystifying Fiber Optics 
  • Week 0: Goals Setting Assignment

Week 1: Fiber Optic Essentials – Fundamentals

  • Live Session: Course Orientation and Fiber Fundamentals
  • Fiber Optic Theory
  • Fiber Terminology
  • Intro to Codes and Standards
  • Fiber Safety
  • Week 1 Reflection Assignment: Progress and Challenges

Week 2: Fiber Optic Applications and Systems

  • Live Session: Fiber Applications and Systems
  • Fiber Optic Applications
  • Fiber Optic Transmission Systems
  • Fiber Optic Data Links
  • Fiber Optic Types
  • Fiber Optic Cables
  • Fiber Optic Connectors
  • Fiber Optic Termination: Connector Polishing
  • Fiber Optic Connectivity Hardware
  • Week 2 Reflection Assignment: Progress and Challenges

Week 3: Fiber Optic Installation and Project Management

  • Live Session: Fiber Installation and Project Management
  • Project Management Essentials
  • Fiber Optic Design Fundamentals
  • Outside Plant Safety
  • Outside Plant Fiber Installation Methods and Best Practices
  • Premises Fiber Installation Best Practices
  • Fiber Optic Connectivity Hardware
  • Servant Leadership for Telecom Professionals
  • Week 3 Reflection Assignment: Progress and Challenges

Week 4: Fiber Splicing, Termination, and Testing

  • Live Session: Termination, Splicing, and Testing (Hands-on Prep)
  • Fiber Optic Essential Tools
  • Tools for Fiber Installation, Splicing, and Testing
  • Basic Fusion Splicing
  • Fusion Splicer Operation and Maintenance
  • Fiber Optic Testing
  • Week 4 Reflection Assignment: Progress and Challenges

Week 5: Fiber Labs and Hands-on Exercises

  • Live Session: Hand-on Labs
  • Hands-on: Physics Lab
  • Hands-on: ISP Cable Preparation
  • Hands-on: OSP Cable Preparation
  • Hands-on: Cable Bonding and Grounding
  • Hands-on: Connectivity Hardware Setup
  • Hands-on: Fiber Connector Installation
  • Hands-on: Fiber Connector Inspection and Cleaning
  • Hands-on: Splice Tray Preparation
  • Hands-on: Fusion Splicing and Storage
  • Hands-on: Fiber Testing (Inspection, VFL, OLTS, OTDR)
  • Hands-on: OTDR Trace Analysis and Reporting
  • W5 Reflection Assignment: Progress and Challenges

Week 6: Maintenance & Restoration, Project Closeout, & Course Review

  • Live Session: CFOT Test Prep and Course Closing
  • Fiber Restoration and Maintenance
  • Fiber Project Closeout and Handover
  • Week 6 Reflection Assignment: Achievements and Future Goals
  • Career Development in the Fiber Optics Industry

Week 7: FiberWizards Essentials Final Test

  • Final Test
  • One-on-one review

CLASS SCHEDULE

FIBER OPTIC ESSENTIALS 1 CFOT THREE DAY ONSITE SKILLS CHALLENGE

Contact sales@optixamerica.com for updated schedule