Electrical Systems: Communications and Data

Course details

Communications and data systems are all around. Everything is connected and dependent on communication and data. In this course, Christopher Randall introduces the different types of communication and data systems, explains the basic components, and shows how they go together. He details the two primary types of connectivity, copper wire and fiber optic, and shows how wireless networking fits in. Throughout the course, Chris also explains the equipment that ties all these networking transport mechanisms together.

Concepts

0. Introduction

01 - The nervous system of the world

1. Communication Systems Overview

02 - Common terms and definitions
03 - Communication systems overview
04 - Design and layout considerations
05 - Installation standards
06 - Network architecture

2. Copper-Based Systems and Cables

07 - Copper-based communications systems
08 - Copper-based voice cables and equipment
09 - Copper-based data cables
10 - Copper data systems connectivity
11 - Data systems equipment room fittings
12 - Installing and testing
13 - Testing copper cables

3. Fiber-Optic Systems and Cables

14 - Fiber-optic cable systems overview
15 - The elements of a fiber-optic cable
16 - Types of fiber strands and cables
17 - Fiber cable housings and accessories
18 - Installing fiber-optic systems
19 - Testing fiber-optic cables

3. Communications Utilization and Special Equipment

20 - Other communication elements
21 - Other wireless technologies
22 - Outdoor, microwave, and more

Conclusion

23 - Next steps

Electrical Systems: Communications and Data

Authors

Christopher Randall