TS CATV 500 Training Course
Comprehensive Installation Technology Course for Optical Cable TV Applications
Description
A five-day, hands-on course that prepares craftsmen for all aspects of fiber optic cable installation and maintenance in a Cable TV (CATV) environment. Cable placement, fusion and mechanical splicing, cable termination (pigtail splicing), and acceptance testing are taught with extensive hands-on practice. A maintenance plan is outlined and emergency restoration procedures are explained. The use of equipment, hardware, and procedures pertaining to outside cable and headend/hub applications is included in the instruction.
NOTE: This course is recognized by the Society of Cable Television Engineers as a source for preparation for the fiber optics portion of the BCT/E Category III examination. Successful completion of the course earns four re-certification units for those members already holding BCT/E certification. This course is approved for 35 hours BICSI Continuing Education Credits for RCDD and/or Installation.
2009 Sales Price: $1,850.00* USD per student
Class Size: Class size is limited to 8 to allow maximum student/instructor interaction.
Class Times: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Class Length: 5 days (M-F)
Curriculum
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Safety
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Fiber Theory
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Fiber Types and Fiber Manufacture
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Cable Types and Construction
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Basic Fiber Topologies for CATV
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Cable Installation Techniques
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Use & Operation of the Corning Cable Systems Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR)
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Splicing and Termination
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Hardware Requirements for CATV
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Test Equipment
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Fiber Optic System Testing & Documentation
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Emergency Restoration Planning
Course fee includes class instruction, course materials, certificate of completion and use of Corning Cable Systems ancillary equipment and hardware. Audio or video taping of any Corning Cable Systems training course is strictly prohibited. Corning Cable Systems reserves the right to make changes to the information contained herein without prior notice.
*Plus applicable sales tax.
Class Registration
TS CATV 500 classes are available upon customer request. Please call toll free (800) 743-2671 and ask to speak to one of our training coordinators about scheduling a class or for additional information..
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