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📘 3-Month Optical Fibre Technology Training Syllabus
Month 1 – Fundamentals & Theory
Week 1: Introduction to Fibre Optics
- History & evolution of fibre optics
- Applications in telecom, medical, industry
- Advantages over copper cables
Week 2: Basics of Light & Transmission
- Refraction, reflection, Snell’s Law
- Total internal reflection
- Numerical aperture (NA)
- Attenuation & dispersion
Week 3: Fibre Optic Components
- Fibre types: single-mode vs multi-mode
- Cables, connectors, and adaptors
- Light sources: LED, Laser
- Detectors: Photodiodes
Week 4: Fibre Manufacturing & Standards
- Cable construction & jacket materials
- International standards (ITU-T, IEEE, FOA)
- Safety precautions when handling fibre
Month 2 – Practical Skills & Installation
Week 5: Fibre Handling & Tools
- Fibre stripping and cleaving
- Fibre polishing techniques
- Splicing: mechanical vs fusion
Week 6: Connectors & Termination
- ST, SC, LC connectors
- Connector assembly
- Loss minimization during termination
Week 7: Fibre Optic Installation
- Indoor vs outdoor cabling
- Underground vs aerial fibre installation
- Safety guidelines in field installation
Week 8: Fibre Optic Testing
- Power meter testing
- OTDR testing (Optical Time Domain Reflectometer)
- Identifying faults, bends, & breaks
Month 3 – Applications, Certification & Projects
Week 9: Fibre Optic Communication Systems
- Backbone networks (submarine & long-haul cables)
- FTTH (Fibre to the Home)
- 5G & IoT applications
Week 10: Advanced Applications
- Fibre in medical imaging (endoscopes)
- Industrial sensors
- Defence & aerospace applications
Week 11: Certifications & Career Prep
- FOA CFOT exam overview
- BICSI certification path
- Resume & interview preparation for fibre optic technician roles
Week 12: Final Project & Evaluation
- Install a mini fibre optic LAN
- Perform OTDR testing
- Create a fault troubleshooting report
- Present findings (practical + written assessment)
🎯 Outcome of the Course
By the end of 3 months, learners will:
✔️ Understand fibre optic fundamentals
✔️ Handle and install cables with professional tools
✔️ Perform testing & troubleshooting
✔️ Be ready for FOA/BICSI certifications
✔️ Build confidence for real-world jobs in telecom & networking
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