FTTX Concepts

Overview

This course presents fundamental passive optical network (PON) concepts, providing students with the tools needed to understand, design, and build these new access networks. The course discusses descriptions of PON and fiber-to-the-X (FTTX) alternatives to their application, fiber-to-the-premises (FTTP) networks, and essential measurement and testing procedures for network installation and maintenance.

Objectives

After completing the course, participants will be able to:

• Discuss the growing need for FTTX networks
• Discuss fiber-to-the-premises using Passive Optical Networks
• Identify the components and specifications of a typical PON network
• Discuss advantages and disadvantages of FTTX architectures
• Discuss FTTX cable plan design and implementation requirements
• Describe measurement techniques and troubleshooting guidelines for FTTX links
• Explain the handling, care, and safety requirements of FTTX

Format

The 18-hour course consists of lectures using PowerPoint presentations, demonstrations, and lab activities including test procedures specific to FTTX testing.

Special Features

• Experiential labs
• Interactive course delivery
• Hands on skill building

Benefits

• Participants gain experiential understanding of different standards and architectures that enable fiber deployments to end users.
• Participants obtain real-world application of FTTX networks.