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Fibre Optic Cabling Technician
Fibre Optic Cabling Technician
KEK10 Lifelong Learning Centre, a Lifelong Learning Centre certified by the National Organisation for the Certification of Qualifications and Vocational Guidance (EOPPEP) and the Ministry of Education, Religious Affairs and Sports (certification code:2100427), runs the vocational training programme «Fibre optic cabling technician», which leads to an internationally recognised certification.
Its aim is complete theoretical and practical training for people who want to gain the skills needed to work as fibre optic installation, splicing, testing and maintenance technicians, and to prepare for professional competence certification exams by recognised bodies in the sector.
Who It Is For
The programme is for the following broad groups:
A) People with a technical background who work, or want to work, in fields such as telecommunications, networks, technical installations, electrical work, automation etc.
B) Education professionals and organisations (Lifelong Learning Centres, IEK, schools) that want to offer specialised, up-to-date programmes in modern technical specialties.
C) Companies working on optical network installations that are looking for staff with certified skills and need continuous training for their workforce.
Purpose of the Programme
The programme, lasting 150 hours in total, aims at complete theoretical and practical training for people who want to gain the skills needed to work as fibre optic installation, splicing, testing and maintenance technicians, and to prepare for professional competence certification exams by recognised bodies in the sector.
Programme Cost
The Programme Cost is €350 + €150 for certification.
Duration
The programme is 150 hours over 2 months and is delivered by Distance learning.
Programme Contents
The programme is organised into five (5) thematic cycles.
- Thematic Cycle 1: Foundations of Optical Communications
The birth of Optical Communications Fibre Optic Terminology Basic Physical Principles and Fibre Optic Technology
- Thematic Cycle 2: Materials and Infrastructure of Optical Networks
Characteristics and Types of Optical Fibres Fibre Optic Cables – Structure, Specifications and Applications Fibre Optic Installations – Indoor and Outdoor Safety When Working with Optical Fibres
- Thematic Cycle 3: Network Interconnection and Maintenance
Fibre Optic Termination – Connectors & Pigtails Fibre Optic Splicing (Fusion & Mechanical Splicing) Repair Tools and Techniques Links and Network Interconnection Measurements – OTDR, Power Meter, Inspection Testing and Certification of Installations
- Thematic Cycle 4: Modern Technologies and Applications
Passive and Active Networks – GPON, FTTH
Fibre Optic Applications (telecommunications, IT, medicine, military)
- Thematic Cycle 5: Quality, Maintenance and Professional Development
Common Faults and Troubleshooting Certification and the Labour Market
Each module includes:
- Asynchronous online teaching on a distance learning platform, so that trainees choose their own schedule for studying the teaching material,
- Additional Training Material,
- Assessment Activities.
Certificate of Attendance
At the end of the programme, trainees receive a Certificate of Successful Attendance accompanied by a diploma supplement, and certification from an accredited certification body.
Certificate Accredited by ESYD
This specialty belongs to the Digital Technology certification scheme, which is accredited under the international standard ISO/IEC 17024:2012 by ESYD, the body legally responsible; this means the certification process is impartial and of proven competence, and makes the certificate recognised and accepted as equivalent by the National Accreditation Bodies of the member countries of the EA (European cooperation for Accreditation).
