- International Fees
International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course details
This course introduces the student to the operation and installation of fiber optic communications systems. Students will gain hands on experience with various fiber components used in outside plant networks and indoor premises cabling. Students will gain practical skills in connectorizing and splicing a variety of fiber cables. The theory portion of the course includes fundamental concepts of light theory, optical glass, connectors and splicing, as well as cable construction, handling, and installation procedures. The course emphasizes safety practices related to fiber optic work and covers potential hazards. Upon completion, students will have the necessary skills to construct basic fiber optic links using industry-standard tools and techniques. This course is the first of two required for earning the industry recognized Fiber Optic Association (FOA) Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT) certificate. This course may be eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant. Students register themselves into the course, then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment, if eligible.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
1.5
Domestic fees
$756.85
Course offerings
Spring/Summer 2024
Below is one offering of TELX 3010 for the Spring/Summer 2024 term.
CRN 69017
Duration
Sat Apr 27 - Sat May 11 (3 weeks)
- 3 weeks
- CRN 69017
- Domestic fees $756.85International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 27 - May 11 | Sat | 09:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby NE25 Rm. 205 |
Instructor
Mike Lowe
Course outline
Domestic fees
$756.85
Important information
- International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
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This is the first course in the Fiber Optics - Principles, Installation and Repair Microcredential program. Note: you will also need to purchase a textbook from the BCIT Bookstore (approximate price $30.00 CAD). Please contact khoward18@bcit.ca for more information as well as to register.
Status
In Progress
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe the transmission of light within an optical fiber
- Describe the impairment of optical signals due to attenuation and dispersion in fiber optic cables.
- Recognize the layers and function of various indoor and outdoor fiber optic cables.
- Identify common fiber optic connectors and their components used in modern communication networks.
- Use fiber optic hand tools to prepare fiber cables for splicing and termination.
- Operate a fusion splicer to join fiber cables together.
- Construct basic fiber optic links using tools and techniques commonly found in industry.
- Demonstrate good safety practices related to fiber optics.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2023
Related Programs
Fiber Optics: Installation, Splicing and Connectors (TELX 3010) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Energy
- Fiber Optics - Principles, Installation and Repair
Microcredential Part-time
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