Fiber Fundamentals
2-DAY, HANDS-ON TRAINING
14 BICSI CREDITS
June 5 and 6, 2024
8:00am - 4:00pm
In-Person at Tempo Headquarters
1390 Aspen Way
Vista, CA 92081
Lunch and refreshments will be provided!
Discover the Power of Hands-on Learning
"The Fiber Fundamentals course is an exceptional hands-on intensive course. After two days of training, students that have had zero experience working with fiber feel comfortable enough to start working in this fast-growing industry."
- Jim Simpson, Director, electrical training ALLIANCE
Immerse yourself in a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills required to effectively train others.
This event is led by our seasoned experts who will guide you through essential topics, such as:
• Fiber Optic Theory
• Cleaning and Inspection
• Visual Fault Location
• Optical Loss Testing
• Fiber Cleaving and Preparation
• Fusion Splicing
• Optical Time Domain Reflectometers
Fiber Optic Basics
Basic fiber optic theory, safety considerations and typical networks are presented. Cable structure, fiber optic connectors and measurement of optical power are also presented, so as to prepare the student for the future learning modules.
Cleaning and Inspection
Cleaning techniques of various optical connectors and bulkheads is presented and then validated with the FIP100 video inspection probe.
Fusion Splicing & Fiber Dressing
Students learn fiber optic cable preparation and splicing with cleavers and fusion splicers. They understand tools, theory, and best practices. They perform fusion splices, install them into enclosures, and measure losses. Troubleshooting is done for high losses.
Visual Fault Locating
Various faults such fiber breaks and Macrobends are identified using a visual fault locator.
Fiber Optic Loss Testing
One cable, two cable and three cable loss measurements techniques are presented and re-enforced with hands on loss measurements of cables/devices.
Optical Time Domain Reflectometers
OTDR theory is introduced, guiding students in length and loss measurements using Auto and Expert modes. Experimentation with settings helps grasp their impact for meaningful results.
Accommodations available nearby!
Towneplace Suites Vista
2201 South Melrose Drive
Vista, CA 92081
Studio rooms - King bed, sofa, and kitchen
Corporate hotel rates available! Enter promo code D3215
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Things to do in northern San Diego county
Legoland California
Just over 5 miles from Tempo's headquarters, Legoland is a perfect opportunity to have some family fun while you're in the area! Fun for all ages, their 128 acres houses a theme park, a water park, and an aquarium.
Carlsbad State Beach
With its pristine shores and calming waves, Carlsbad State beach is a short drive away from Tempo's offices in Vista. Try surfing, walking along the shores, or sampling some of the most delicious seafood that the west coast has to offer.
Aviara Golf Club
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Meet the Instructor
David Lopez has over 25 years of experience exclusively with Tempo Communications. He serves as an Application Sales Engineer, offering onsite and office-based product training, and backup technical support. Starting as a Service & Repair Technician in 1996, he transitioned to Product Management in 2000, then Technical Support in 2003, expanding to electrical products in 2007 before refocusing on Tempo in 2013 post-acquisition. He was promoted to his current position in 2021. He holds degrees in Electronic Technology and Business. Based in San Diego, he resides in Poway with his wife and is a father of three.
Newly released - FIP100 Fiber Inspection Probe
