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TS LAN 500 Training Course

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Hands-On Comprehensive Installation Technology Course for Multimode and Single-mode Optical Local Area Networks

Description
Corning Cable Systems' TS LAN 500, Hands-On Comprehensive Installation Technology Course for Multimode and Single-mode Optical Local Area Networks, is a five-day course that prepares craftsmen for all aspects of fiber optic cable installation in a local area network environment. Both multimode and single-mode fiber types are covered. Cable placement, fusion and mechanical splicing, cable termination (connector installation and pigtail splicing) and acceptance testing are taught with extensive hands-on practice. Students build, test and troubleshoot complete systems in this class. Also covered is the use of equipment, hardware and procedures pertaining to building distribution and campus applications.

Student/Teacher Ratio: ≤ 8:1
Instruction: 80% hands-on
BICSI CEC: 35 hours RCDD and/or Installation

2008 Sales Price: $1,850.00* per student
Class Size: Maximum of 12 students
Class Time: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Class Length: 5 days

Curriculum
  • Complete multimode and single-mode fiber optic system build
  • Theory and principlesof fiber optics
  • Fiber types and fiber manufacturing techniques: multimode and single-mode fibers
  • Cable types and manufacturing techniques: loose tube and tight-buffered cables
  • Fire code and NEC® considerations
  • Cable installation and placement techniques for building, duct, aerial and direct-buried applications
  • Installing wire mesh pulling and split grips
  • Cable preparation techniques for splicing and connectorization
  • Termination methods for field-installable connectors, pigtails and preconnectorized assemblies
  • Installing the Corning Cable Systems UniCam® LC, ST® Compatible, SC and MT-RJ Connectors, in addition to anaerobic and heat-cured connectors
  • Splicing: applications, fusion, mechanical and termination methods
  • Fusion splicing with the Corning Cable Systems X77 and M90 Fusion Splicers: features and troubleshooting tips
  • Hardware types and applications
  • Optical attenuation test set procedures: one, two and three jumper references
  • Use and operation of the Corning Cable Systems Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR)
  • Network testing and documentation: procedures and requirements
  • Troubleshooting equipment and procedures
  • Emergency restoration planning
  • Safety: chemical safety, laser safety and fiber handling precautions
Course fee includes class instruction, course materials, certificate of completion and use of Corning Cable Systems ancillary equipment and hardware. Audio or video taping of any Corning Cable Systems training course is strictly prohibited. Corning Cable Systems reserves the right to make changes to the information contained herein without prior notice. *Plus applicable sales tax.

2008 Class Schedule
Location Date
Albuquerque, NM June 9 - 13
Annapolis, MD October 20 - 24
Atlanta, GA February 4 - 8
February 11 - 15
Austin, TX July 14 - 18
Baton Rouge, LA July 7 - 11
Boise, ID September 22 - 26
Boston, MA September 15 - 19
Calgary, BC October 6 - 10
Chicago, IL September 8 - 12
Corning, NY June 16 - 20
July 28 - August 1
Denver, CO September 29 - October 3
Dulles, VA December 1 - 5
East Elmhurst, NY May 19 - 23
Edmonton, AB January 14 - 18
El Paso, TX November 17 - 21
Hartford, CT August 18 - 22
Hickory, NC January 28 - February 1
March 3 - 7
March 31 - April 4
April 21 - 25
April 28 - May 2
May 12 -16
July 7 - 11
July 21 - 25
August 4 - 8
August 25 - 29
September 8 - 12
September 22 - 26
October 6 - 10
October 13 - 17
October 27 - 31
November 10 - 14
November 17 - 21
December 8 - 12
December 15 - 19
Houston, TX August 25 - 29
Irvine, CA April 28 - May 2
September 29 - October 3
December 1 - 5
Jacksonville, FL November 10 - 14
Kansas City, MO September 15 - 19
Keller, TX March 31 - April 4
May 12 - 16
August 4 - 8
October 27 - 31
December 15 - 19
Las Vegas, NV October 13 - 17
Minneapolis, MN October 13 - 17
Mobile, AL November 3 - 7
Nashville, TN August 25 - 29
New York City, NY September 15 - 19
Oahu, HI January 21 - 25
Orlando, FL July 21 - 25
Philadelphia, PA November 17 - 21
Phoenix, AZ August 18 - 22
Richmond, VA August 11 - 15
Sacramento, CA October 6 - 10
San Antonio, TX October 13 - 17
San Diego, CA August 11 - 15
San Francisco, CA February 25 - 29
March 24 - 28
Seattle, WA September 8 - 12
Toronto, ON July 28 - August 1

Class Registration
To register for this Corning Cable Systems class, call toll free 1.800.743.2671 and ask to speak to one of our training coordinators or click the link below to register online.

Register Online for TS LAN 500

Save 5% by referring to discount code "Web2008" when registering by phone or online!




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