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TS TELCO 200 Training Course

Hands-On Splicing and Testing Course for Single-Mode TELCO Networks

Description
TS TELCO 200 is a two-day course that teaches fusion and mechanical splicing, cable termination (pigtail splicing) and acceptance testing with extensive hands-on practice. The course includes class instruction, course materials, certificate of completion and the use of Corning Cable Systems ancillary equipment and hardware.

Student/Teacher Ratio: 1:6
Instruction: 90% Hands-on
BICSI Continuing Education Credit (CEC): 13 hours RCDD and/or lnstaller/Technician and/or Certified Trainer
2009 Sales Price: $650.00* per student
Class Size: Maximum of 15 students
Class Times: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Class Length: 2 days

Curriculum

• Theory and principles of fiber optics
• Fiber types and fiber manufacturing techniques: multimode and single-mode fibers
• Cable sheath removal and preparation techniques for splicing
• Splicing: applications, fusion, mechanical and termination methods
• Fusion splicing with the Corning Cable Systems X77 and M90 Fusion Splicers: features and troubleshooting tips
• Single-fiber mechanical splicing with the Corning Cable Systems CamSplice™ Mechanical Splice
• Use and operation of the Corning Cable Systems Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR): uses, principles of operation and typical display
• Splice test methods and procedures: field tests and documentation
• Attenuation test procedures: one, two and three jumper references
• Emergency restoration planning
• Safety: chemical safety, laser safety and fiber handling precautions