Copper Network Infrastructure

401

This course is part of the INSTALLATION OF COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT (ICE) training programme (two weeks) consisting of the following courses, it is recommended that BOTH courses are attended to complete training on the topic:
401, Copper Network Infrastructure
402, Fibre Network Infrastructure

Description
This course gives delegates a practical insight to copper network installation. In addition to the practical aspects, the course also discusses the key concepts and techniques used during copper network installation.
Aims The objective of this course is to give individuals the theory and practical based skills necessary to install copper cables and copper based communication equipment used in a network environment.
Who Would Benefit? The course is aimed at individuals who do not necessarily have any prior industry knowledge. Professional engineers would also greatly benefit from this commercialised and structured approach to modern communications services installation training. 
Prerequisites There are no prerequisites associated with this course. 
Content

Telecommunications Principles

Evolution of Communication Methods

PSTN and the Local Loop

Waveforms

Modulation Techniques

Bits and Bytes

Performance Limitations

Digital Transmission Principles

Multiplexing/PDH/SDH

Circuit/Packet Switching Technologies (X25/FR/ATM)

ISDN

DSL Technologies

Leased Lines & Private Networks

H&S Industry Standards

Health & Safety Regulations

Safety Equipment

Telecomms Organisations

Cabling Standards

Structured Cabling

Structured Cabling Systems

LANs/MANs/WANs

LAN Topologies

LAN Standards

Tools & Test Equipment

Tools Required

Test Equipment Required

Calibration

Site Survey

Health & Safety

Objectives

Schedules

Transport & accommodation

Site Survey forms

Drawings and other documentation

Red Lining of Drawings

Installation of Cabinets & Racks

Cabinet securing

Cable management

Power and Earthing

ESD

Cable Labelling

Containment & Laying of Cables

Equipment rooms & Wiring Closets

Routing including: internal, external & overhead

Firestopping

Cable separation

Pull Ratio/Bend Radius/Temp

Cable Securing

Good Cabling Practices

Terminating & Testing of Cables

Cable Types

Copper Cable Colour Code

Twisted Pair Cable Preparation

Solder Tag Terminations

Wire Wrap Terminations

IDC Terminations

Cable Categories

Cable Specifications

Coaxial Cable Preparation and Terminations

Cable Testing

Earth Terminations

Quality

Responsibilities

Inspections & Check Lists

Documentation

Customer Sign Off

Provider & Location   SCN Ltd: Blandford Forum, Dorset
Charges Tuition Fee:  None
Administration and Processing Fee:  £15.00
Daily Charge:  £100.00 + VAT @ 17.5%
Duration 5 days