IMSA/FOA Certified Fiber Optic Specialist/Design
This program is for technicians involved in the planning, design and management of fiber networks. It covers the theory and industry best practices for fiber optic network design and testing of today’s complex transportation and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).
What Does the Program Cover?
- Introduction to fiber optic network design
- Overview of fiber optic installations, both outside plant and premises
- Planning a fiber optic network
- Choosing components
- Design review (component compatibilities, power budget, environmental requirements, etc.)
- Testing, documentation and estimating
What are the Prerequisites?
- Two years of field experience with fiber optics networks, including documented experience designing fiber optic networks
- CFOT Certification is highly recommended
Who Would Benefit From This Certification?
- Network administrators
- Designers
- Project managers
- Inspectors
- Installers