The majority of today’s data, for enterprises and individuals, are transported on fiber optic communication systems.  Using the latest advances, fiber optics can provide practically unlimited information capacity and can span any distance.  This course starts from the basics of communication and then logically and quickly provides a comprehensive knowledge base in this essential communication technology.  Discussions include all aspects of fiber optic systems, including the business case, the technical fundamentals, deployment fiber optic systems and the latest advances.

• Understand basic terminology and concepts and take the lead in fiber optic discussions.
• Compare and contrast the features, functions, benefits and challenges of fiber optic communications with other wireline and wireless solutions.
• Match communication requirements with feasible fiber optic systems.
• Specify optical fibers, cables, connectors, splices, and other transmission equipment.
• Participate in or manage all aspects of the fiber optic system life cycle from planning through design, installation, maintenance, upgrading and troubleshooting.
• Identify when and how to test fiber optic systems by use of power meters and OTDRs.
• Stay current as fiber optics evolves to higher performance and greater market penetration.

• Non-technical personnel who wish to understand the business case and market opportunities for fiber optic communication and acquire the knowledge required for sound planning and decision making.  (Line and staff management, contract and personnel supervisors, marketing and sales employees, finance specialists…)
• Technical personnel  will develop a detailed understanding of the fundamental mechanisms of fiber optic technology and learn how to specify, design and deploy practical fiber optic communication solutions.  (Technical staff and managers, engineers, technicians, system administrators…)

None, except for an interest in understanding this important technology.

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