Optical Fibre Testing | nbn skill 12 & 9
ICTBWN307 - Use optical measuring instruments
ICTBWN308 - Work safely on live optical fibre installations
ICTWHS204 - Follow work health and safety and environmental policy and procedures
ICTTEN318 - Inspect, clean and handle optical fibre cable and connectors
$600.00 (GST Exempt)
This Fibre Testing course is intended for contractors required to test and fault find optical fibre networks. It also covers basic fibre safety and handling, recognising cable and connector types as well as the inspection and cleaning of fibre connectors.
*Please note that the ICTWHS204 – Follow work health and safety and environmental policy and procedures unit must be completed online at least five (5) days prior to attending the course.
NBN ACCREDITED SKILLS INCLUDED
- nbn Skill 12 – Testing and commissioning live fibre;
- nbn Skill 9 – Fibre inspection and cleaning
What Do I Take to My Fibre Testing Course?
- Proof of identity to show your instructor – this can be either a current driver’s licence, passport or company photo ID
- Enclosed shoes or safety boots
- Appropriate work attire
- Safety glasses
- A laptop to class to access learning resources
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for the fibre testing course, however it is recommended that students have an understanding of, and experience with fibre splicing principles.
Certification
Upon successful completion of this course, learners will receive statements of attainment for the following nationally-accredited units of competency:
- ICTBWN307 – Use optical measuring instruments
- ICTBWN308 – Work safely on live optical fibre installations
- ICTWHS204 – Follow work health and safety and environmental policy and procedures
- ICTTEN318 – Inspect, clean and handle optical fibre cable and connectors
Course information
Fibre Testing Course
- Overview of optical fibre technology
- Acquiring an effective and accurate OTDR trace
- Understanding network testing thresholds
- Calculating loss/attenuation budgets
- Measuring optical insertion loss
- Using fibre optic testing tools
- Using fibre optic testing tools
- Basic fibre safety and handling
- Recognising cable and connector types
- Inspection and cleaning of fibre connectors
Dates & Locations
Our locations include Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Newcastle, Adelaide, Darwin, Perth and other major regional centres throughout Australia. In-house training is available on request.
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If the courses are full or we don’t have dates you can attend, please join our waiting list.
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Terms and Conditions
With the exception of qualifications, students have 3 months from commencement of training, to complete all learning and demonstrate competence. After this time the enrolment will be cancelled.
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