Certified Fibre Optic Training Course, 27th - 30th October 2009

Wednesday, 23 September 2009 12:44

African eDevelopment Resource Center (AeRC) in collaboration with 3 Triple Play Fibre Optic Solutions would like to invite delegates to a 4 day hands-on practical course at Nairobi's eDevelopment Centre which will provide participants with essential skills and knowledge necessary to design, install, splice, troubleshoot and test fibre optic systems.

AeRC is a not-for-profit organization championing ICT for capacity development initiatives in the region through knowledge sharing and skills development programmes. Formed in 2005, 3 Triple Play Fibre Optic Solutions based in South Africa is an organisation that specialises in installation and training in Fibre Optic Systems.

 In today's high tech world, certification is considered proof of professional status and is often required for jobs. 3 Triple Play Fibre Optic Solutions is an approved training centre for the Fibre Optic Association Inc. (FOA). Students will be eligible to write the FOA exam after completing the course. Successful students will receive the Certified Fibre Optics Technician (CFOT) accreditation, which includes a CFOT passport.

 The FOA maintains a worldwide database of fibre optic installers, contractors and consultants as a resource for those searching for a designer or installer for fibre optic projects or trained employees. The database is searchable by location and fibre optic specialty.

 As of the end of 2006, over 20,000 CFOT’s have been certified through training at over 135 schools worldwide. The FOA is the most recognized certification in fibre optics in the world. 

Our Instructors 

A number of instructors in this program are experienced academics from the University of KwaZulu-Natal with considerable theoretical backgrounds as well as extensive industrial experience related to fibre optic technology. (View attached course outline for more Details on the Lead Trainer).

Who should attend?  

This training program is not limited to installers or technicians, it is an excellent credential for sales and marketing personnel, indicating their comprehensive knowledge of the industry and building confidence in their assistance to their customers. 

What will you learn? 

This is a comprehensive, integrated training program which covers all aspects of both local and wide area optical networks to make sure that our students are fully prepared and employable. Optical fibre installation, splicing, troubleshooting, acceptance testing and much more are taught with extensive hands-on practice.

Also covered is the use of transceivers, switching gear, splice enclosure hardware, and procedures pertaining to installing and testing them. 

Registration Fee?

The registration fee for the workshop is US$1630 / Ksh 127,000  + 16 % VAT  which will cover all the documentation, administration and meals during the workshop. To participate in this workshop, please fill out the attached registration form and return it to the email indicated. Due to the nature of the course we have a limited number of spaces available and will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis.

 Prescribed Text for the Course will be provided upon registration.

More info:

• www.africanedevelopment.org
• http://www.thefoa.org.

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