Fiber Optic Installation Program

Types of Fiber/ Single Mode (SM) / Multi-Mode (MM)
Tightly Buffered =	: Plenum + Riser cable
	: Distribution cable
	: Breakout cable
	: Indoor/outdoor Cable
Loosetube =	: Direct burial cable
	: Indoor / outdoor
	: Arial Cable

Three regions of the fiber
Tightly Buffered =	: Core
	: Clad
	: Buffer

Types of Core
Tightly Buffered =	: Graded Index
	: Stepped Index

Advantages	Disadvantages
: Speed	: High Electronic Cost
: Data Volume	: More Labor Sensitive
: EMI + RFI Immunity
: Light weight
: Smaller Size
: Long Transmission distance
: Upgrading ease

Applications
	: Backbone
	: Horizontal / Desktop

Basic Fiber theory
	: How light travels through fiber
	: Critical Angle

Performance loss
	: Attenuation (Distance)
	: Connection loss
	: Core offset
	: Clad Ovality
	: Lateral misalignment or separation
	: Numerical aperture mismatch
	: Core mismatch
	: Smooth surface
	: Core fractures
	: Cleanliness

Fiber Budget
	: Determine appropriate attenuation level

Five most important installation characteristics
	: Max- pull load
	: Max long-term bend radius
	: Max short-term bend radius
	: Installation and storage temperature ranges
	: Moisture resistance

Splices
	: Fusion
	: Mechanical
	: Applications
	: Advantages + Disadvantages
	: Splice trays
	: Splice Boxes Indoor/ Outdoor + Direct burial

Connectors

: There are many types of connecters but we will go over only the SC + ST in any detail but will talk briefly about horizon technology.

Parts of the connector
	: Ferrule
	: Retaining nut
	: Back shell
	: Crimp sleeve
	: Boot
	: Housing (SC Only)

Different Connector methods
	: Epoxy
	: Adhesive
	: Hot melt
	: Trap Strength members
	: Crimping

Installation Practices
	: Do not exceed max installation loads
	: Comply with Min recommended bend radius
	: Pull do not push cable
	: Always monitor supply reels
	: Communicate with other installers
	: Train installation people
	: Proper Tools and Tec
	: Use figure 8 Technique
	: Comply with vertical rise limits
	: Allow for thermal expansion and contraction
	: Observe temperature-operating range
	: Cap or seal water blocked cables
	: Loop vertical Cables
	: Clearly mark fiber cable
	: Service loops
	: Isolate work areas

Safety ( VERY IMPORTANT )
	: Always wear Glasses when preparing connectors
	: Discard all broken fibers properly
	: Never look into fiber without knowing status!

Testing equipment
	: Optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR)
	: Attenuation meters
	: Laser Breakage meter

Light sources
	: Laser
	: Light-emitting diode (LED)
	: White light

Hands on ST + SC connections and Testing
	: Crimp and Polish
	: Crimp and Cleave
	: LED Attenuation Testing
	: Certification Software

Length of Session approximately 4 hours with 4 people, add 20 minutes for each added person.