Study Program: FO Basics, Splicing and Essential Measurements

Details:

Name of the continuing education institution: Astrec Baltic OÜ
Name of the curriculum: FO Basics, Splicing and Essential Measurements – 6 academic hours.
Curriculum group: 0714 Electronics and automation
Levels of study: Adult continuing education
Languages of instruction: Estonian, Russian, or English

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Course registration information: Use the registration form on the website or send a participation request via email to: astrec@astrec.com

Target group and conditions for commencing studies: The Optical Communication Theory course admits adults (from 18 years of age) who have expressed a desire to participate based on an application. All interested persons are admitted. Basic knowledge of English, communication networks, and a general interest in technology are beneficial for those joining the curriculum.

Total volume of study: 6 academic hours, of which 4 academic hours are classroom training and 2 academic hours are practical work.

Description of the learning environment and teaching methods: The theoretical training is conducted in a classroom. The Trainer provides the necessary materials, tools, equipment, and measuring instruments required for the learning process.

Learning outcomes: By the end of the course, the participant:

• Has become familiar with the theory of optical communication;
• Understands the technology of modern networks;
• Understands the working drawings of communication networks;
• Knows how to splice and terminate optical cables;
• Knows how to install passive components used in fiber optic networks;
• Knows how to perform the most common measurements;
• Knows how to locate and repair potential communication interruptions;
• Knows how to configure the equipment used during the practical session;
• Knows how to handle the equipment with due care;
• Is familiar with specific working techniques related to fiber optics;
• Has an overview of occupational safety.

Course content:

• Formation of optical communication
• Optical fibers
• Optical cables
• What to observe when installing cables and connecting fibers
• Typical errors in optical installations
• International standards regulating the field
• Technologies and wavelengths used
• Types of connectors and their properties
• Mechanical splices
• Fusion splicing
• Passive components in optical networks
• Fusion splicers, their types, and operating principles
• Measuring instruments for measuring attenuation and absolute power level
• Measuring instruments for troubleshooting and line mapping
• OTDR
• Tools for the installer
• Practical splicing
• Practical attenuation measurement
• Practical measurement with an OTDR
• Report generation

Description of the learning environment: The theoretical and practical parts take place at Peetri, Vana Tartu mnt. 79A, unless otherwise agreed with the course participants. The training room is equipped with tables, chairs, a computer, a whiteboard, and all necessary study materials and equipment. The necessary study materials are distributed to the participants.

List of study materials (in printed or electronic form):

• Viavi Solutions. Understanding Fiber Optics;
• Viavi Solutions. Understanding Optical Time Domain Reflectometry;
• FTTH Council Europe. FTTH Handbook;
• Viavi Solutions. Fiber Optic Guidebook.

Conditions for completion and documents to be issued:

• By participating in the theoretical and practical classes, the participant will receive a statement of attendance for the course.
• By taking the written final test and obtaining 80% correct answers, the participant will receive a certificate of successful completion of the training.

Description of the trainer’s qualifications, study, and work experience: 20 years of work experience with fiber optic networks, 10 years of experience in training fiber optic network installers. 15 years of experience in planning and designing fiber optic networks. A long-term certified partner of the world’s leading manufacturers of fiber optic measurement and splicing equipment.

Brief description of the content: The course is primarily intended for people who wish to work as fiber optic network installers. It is suitable as continuing education for electricians and low-voltage installers who increasingly encounter fiber optic networks in their daily work. It is also suitable for project managers in the construction field who encounter fiber optic networks and need specific knowledge in organizing the work of subcontractors. A student who has completed the course and passed the final exam is ready to work with fiber optic networks. Considering the rapid development of the field, the course provides the necessary knowledge for further independent self-development in the field of fiber optics.

Version: March 2026