Understanding Copper and Fiber Optic Communication Systems
1h 28mGeneral2024-11-05
Authors

Christopher Randall
Senior Projects Manager at Patricia Electric, Inc.
Course details
Everything is connected and dependent on communication and data. In this course, Christopher Randall introduces the different types of communication and data systems copper and fiber-optic, he 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.
Learning objectives
Understand the primary materials, uses, and installation methods for indoor and outdoor communications systems such as fiber optic systems, computer wiring, and other hard-wired systems.
Select the correct materials and methods appropriate for different types of systems.
Learning objectives
Understand the primary materials, uses, and installation methods for indoor and outdoor communications systems such as fiber optic systems, computer wiring, and other hard-wired systems.
Select the correct materials and methods appropriate for different types of systems.
Skills covered
Electrical EngineeringMEPCommunicationAECProduct and ManufacturingLearningProfessional DevelopmentLeadership and Management
Concepts
0. Introduction
- 01 - The nervous system of a building and 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 - Types of copper cables
- 09 - Copper-based data cables
- 10 - Copper data systems connectivity
- 11 - Data systems equipment room fittings
- 12 - Installing and testing copper communication systems
- 13 - Testing and certifying copper cables
3. Fiber Optic Systems and Cables
- 14 - Overview of fiber optic cable systems
- 15 - How is a fiber optic cable made
- 16 - Types of fiber strands
- 17 - Fiber optic housings and accessories
- 18 - Installing and terminating fiber optic systems
- 19 - How to test fiber optic cables
4. Communications Utilization and Special Equipment
- 20 - Other communication elements
- 21 - Indoor Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and other wireless technologies
- 22 - Outdoor, microwave, Wi-Fi, and other technologies
Conclusion
- 23 - Next steps
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