COURSE SYLLABUSS SPRING 2016
I. GENERAL INFORMATION
CPT222 Fiber-Optic System Testing and Troubleshooting
Instructor: Dennis Pearson Office: Room 713
Phone: 724 925-4131
Office Hours: Office Hours: T/TH 3:30-4:30 W 12:00-3:00 OR Call 724 420-7862 for Appointment
Email Address:
This course is designed to provide training in the testing and trouble shooting of Fiber-Optic systems. Classroom lecture, demonstration and repetitive testing with emphasis on analysis with interpretation of actual instrument derived test results, is the method of instruction. Topics covered will include repetitive testing of both single-mode fiber, multi-mode fiber, repetitive insertion loss tests on multiple links, repetitive testing with Optical Time Domain Reflectometery. Emphasis will be placed on testing and trouble-shooting, measuring signal quality, and reflectance testing. This course is designed to prepare for the Fiber Optic Specialist/Testing certification.
Objectives:
A. General Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
· The student will develop fiber optic insertion link testing skills.
· The student will develop fiber optic Optical Time Domain Reflectometery testing skills
· The student will develop fiber optic problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
· The student will develop fiber optic testing and troubleshooting skills that can be used in networking, telecommunications and engineering applications.
· The student will develop useful fiber optic testing interpretation skills that can be used in various current technologies.
· The student will become aware of the ever-changing fiber optic technology discipline and the significance of testing and troubleshooting in providing reliable system performance.
· Practice safe processes and safe procedures with Fiber Optic systems.
· Maintain a safe working environment with Fiber Optic equipment and supplies.
· Test, measure and evaluate fiber optic system components
· Troubleshoot and replace/repair faulty fiber optic system components.
· Test the performance of a fiber optic system.
· Perform Preventative Maintenance on a fiber optic system components
· Identify all components used in Fiber Optic System Testing.
· Practice safe processes and safe procedures with Fiber Optic System Testing.
· Maintain a safe working environment while conducting Fiber Optic System Testing.
· Perform Insertion loss tests.
· Perform Multimode Normalization Tests.
· Understand OTDR principles and functional diagram.
· Perform OTDR test and interpret backscatter traces results.
· Perform OTDR test and interpret reflective loss traces results.
· Perform OTDR test and interpret non-reflective traces results.
· Perform OTDR test and determine Accurate Length measurements. Perform multiple Reflectance testing scenarios.
· Certify system segments to published standards
· Secure and Identify functioning subsystems according to published standards. Perform multiple Reflectance testing scenarios.
· Measure connection loss for estimated and accurate values.
· Measure attenuation rates.
· Measure unusual traces.
· Measure directional differences.
· Perform reflectance testing to measure reference power.
II. TEXT USED: Understanding Fiber Optics fifth edition, Jeff Hect Pearson/Prentice Hall ISBN 9780-13-117429-0
III. REQUIRED EQUIPMENT:
Fiber Optic Tool Kit is available at the W.C.C.C. bookstore.
NEVER LOAN YOUR TOOLS TO ANYBODY and always engrave or find a way to, identify your tools!
IV. REFERENCES:
Software Manuals on reserve - Learning Resources Center
Computing Periodicals – Learning Resources Center
V. CLASSROOM PROCEDURES
A. EXAMS, GRADING AND ASSIGNMENTS:
Assignments 100
Quizzes 100
Lab Activities 800
Specification reports 150
Exam I 100
Exam II 100
Exam III 100
Term Paper 100
Work area administration 50
Total 1600
The cutoff points for letter grades will be 90% to 100% =A, 80% to 89%=B, 70% to 79%=C, 60% to 69%=D, and 59% or below = F. Keep your own point totals.
Work Area Administration: Because of the utilization of the advanced technology lab and the professional work ethics required on the job, each student will be responsible for the maintenance and appearance of their assigned workstation. At the end of each class and prior to leaving the advanced technology lab, each student is responsible for cleaning their assigned workstation area, arranging the equipment in the area appropriately as well as ensuring that all other equipment has been properly stored. 50 points of the students’ final grade will be based upon work area administration.
Unscheduled quizzes will be administered throughout the semester; there will be NO make up for missed quizzes. Make-up exams are permitted for the mid-term exam only, but are strongly discouraged. For each week the exam is late there will be a 10% penalty. The penalty will be waived for one week if the student contacts the instructor within 24 hours of the exam date and schedules the make-up exam. No makeup exams may be taken more than two weeks after the scheduled exam date. This policy will be adhered to without exception, and failure to comply with it will result in a grade of ZERO (0) for the exam. There will be no make up of the final exam.
B. Assignments: Readings from the textbook will be studied and discussed. You are expected to read and study each assignment in advance of the discussion period. It is expected that each student will complete all assignments. Do not turn in someone else’s work as your own or allow someone else to copy your work. Students will be required to submit research essays on the topic as described by the instructor. The purpose of these assignments is to acquaint the student with relevant information concerning specific computer hardware and software components and issues.
These informational documents must include the following:
1. All hardware and / or software operational specifications that are pertinent
2. All hardware requirements for each scenario ( hardware compatibility list)
3. All software requirements for each scenario (i.e.: operating systems/network operating systems….etc)
4. All service pack requirements, drivers, patches or any other information pertinent to the topic or device under research.
5. All documentation for the sources of information
The student may use the following sources to obtain information concerning computer hardware and software:
· Magazine articles
· World Wide Web (highly informative)
· OEM information
· Third party advertising
· Text and course information
· Library, technical manuals, and other outside sources.
The student may include photocopies and/or printouts of background information. The student is encouraged to maintain copies of all reports submitted for their own personal records.
No Assignments = NO GRADE.
C. Term Research Paper: All Students will be required to submit a research paper. The topic of the paper will focus on building a fiber optic communication/computer system from component parts. The paper must be at least 6 pages long not including references. References must include at least three books and two magazine articles and web-sites. The paper will be due at term end. Your instructor will provide additional information concerning format of the paper and possible sources of references. The student is permitted to editorialize providing the student has presented appropriate documentation.
D. ATTENDANCE: Regular attendance is recommended, as absences will affect the ability of the student to maintain a consistent pace throughout the course. Regular class attendance will make this testing process less stressful. Classroom Participation: A portion of CPT – 198 involves in class lab work which is to be finished by the student (including review questions) and handed in by the next class. We will attempt schedule makeup days for student absences. Students are encouraged to attend all class sessions and be prepared. Due to the nature of the equipment there will be no smoking, eating, spitting tobacco, or drinking in the classroom or laboratories
E. WITHDRAWAL POLICY: Students withdrawing prior to midterm will receive a “W” grade. Students withdrawing after mid-term will receive a grade of “W” only if the request is submitted for the college cut of date for the request. . A college initiated withdrawal will be initiated for any student failing to login into this course in Blackboard and/or participate in classroom activities for a period of three consecutive weeks.
F. Students with Disabilities: Students with disabilities are encouraged each semester to schedule an appointment with the student support services counselor to discuss their individual needs. You may be asked to provide documentation of your disability to determine the appropriateness of accommodations. If you need an accommodation due to a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, please contact Disabilities Services in Room 130 Founders Hall, 724-925-4121; or Lauren Eicher, Counselor of Disabilities & Student Behavioral Intervention Services, at . Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations to be provided in a timely manner. Accommodations must be supported by adequate documentation and are determined on an individual basis.
VI. COURSE SCHEDULE
Although the instructor may deem it appropriate to deviate from the following schedule, the basic design of the course will be:
WEEK / TOPIC / TEXT CHAPTER1 / An Introduction to Fiber Optics
Fundamentals of Fiber-Optic Components
Lab Assignments Assign Tool Kits
Safety / 1
2
handouts
2 / Fundamentals of Fiber-Optic Communications
Types of Optical Fiber
Lab Activities / 3
4
3 / Properties of Optical Fibers
Fiber Materials, Structure, and Manufacture
Lab activities / 5
6
4 / Specialty Fibers
Cabling
Lab activities / 7
8
5 / Light Sources
Transmitters
Receivers
Lab activities / 9
10
11
6 / Exam Textbook Ch1-9
Amplification, Regenerations, Wavelength Conversion
Connectors and Splices
Lab activities / 12
13
7 / Fiber Optic Terminations continued
Lab Activities / Handouts
8 / Couplers and Other Passive Components
Wavelength-Division Multiplexing Optics
Lab Activities / 14
15
9 / Optical Switches, Modulators, Other Active Components
Fiber Optic Measurements / 16
17
10 / Troubleshooting and Test Equipment
System and optical Networking Components
Lab Activities / 18
19
handouts
11 / Exam Textbook Ch 10-19
Exam Lab
Fiber System Standards
Single- Channel System Design / 20
21
12 / Optical Networking system Design
Global Telecommunications Applications
Lab Activities / 22
23
Handouts
13 / Regional and Metro Telecommunications
Local Telephone or “Access” Networks
Exam Textbook Ch 20-25
Lab Activities / 24
25
14 / OTDR Testing and Standards
Internet Access and Local-Area Networks
Video Transmission / Handouts
26
27
15 / Mobile Fiber-Optic Communications
Fiber-Optic Sensors
Imaging and Illuminating Fiber Optics
Exam Lab / 28
29
30
16 / Exam Textbook Ch26-30
Inventory Tool Kits Complete /Work Station Evaluation+
VII. Course Outline (available in Blackboard)
Modifications to the Syllabus: As the semester progresses modification to the syllabus may be made at the discretion of the Instructor. Additional assignments and or modifications will be applied to adapt the curriculum as needed and will be announced in class along with reminders posted to the Announcements feature in Blackboard.
College Resources
If you are experiencing difficulty in this course, the following resources may prove helpful:
The college offers the following resources to all students:
Computer Help Desk – 724 925-4357 or 724 925-5921
Learning Resource Center – 724.925.4100 (Library)
Learning Assistance Center – 724.925.4135
Computer Resource Center – 724.925.4049
Student Advising – 724.925.4051
The Learning Assistance Center and the Computer Resource Center can offer you additional help if you are experiencing technical difficulties in this course. You can obtain more information about all of these services by calling Student Services at 724.925.4196.
If you are having difficulty with Campus Connections
Call: 724.925.4130
E-mail:
If you are having difficulty with Blackboard
Call: Toll Free 1.800.262.2103 ext. 4144
Dial Direct: 724.925.4144 or 724.925.4138
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Bookmarks for Understanding Fiber Optics
UFO4 Links
Fiberhome
Communications, general
TelecomInformation Resources
FederalStandard 1037C: Glossary of Telecommunications Terms
3Gmobile phones
Primeron Premises Data Communications
Links for further information on specifics
DigitalTelevision.com
vf-45connector
3M:VOLITION
EnhancedFiber Optic Guided Missile System
Introductionto Fiber Optic Imaging
History & Background Information
Tributeto the Telephone Home Page
Historyof Atlantic Cable & Submarine Telegraphy
Course links & tutorials
OpticsNotes.Com: Optics & Photonics Resources, References & Tutorials
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Newadvances in fiber-optic connectord
Module3: Semiconductor Lasers
FiberU - New Generation Fiber Optic Connectors
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Non-oxide& heavy-metal oxide glass fibers - IR Fiber Review
Fibernetworking & topology tutorial
AvalanchePhotodiodes, A User's Guide
Cablinglearning online resources
FiberDesign Example
GroupWeb Page\VCSEL
OEICs:Light sources
Light& Optics Activities
Readingon Refraction
FiberU Online Training in Fiber Optics
Safety
WebProForums Overview
Fotec'sFiber Optic Testing Textbook, Ch. 5, Fiber Optic Connectors
PhotonicsTutorials and Links
PhotonicResources On The Web
LEOTCourse Materials
DSL and broadband
Welcometo the DSL Forum
WebProForum Tutorials: Broadband
DSL- DSLreports.com - the place for BROADBAND
xDSL.com: Current Headlines
Technical Journals & Aricles
LaserFocus World
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FIBERS.ORG- Optical Communication Resources
BLTJ
LightReading
IEICE(Japanese EE Journals)
FibreSystems- IOP Publishing
OpticalKeyhole - optical networks - directory - startups - technology - markets
TechnologyReview - Fiber Optics to the Home
OpticalNetworks Magazine
IntegratedCommunications Design - fiber optics, electronics and software for communicationsequip
Lucent- Bell Labs Tech Journal
ElectronicsLetters
FURUKAWAREVIEW
Useful corporate sites
OpticalSolutions: Fiber-To-The-Home NOW
CORNINGOptical Fiber
CrystalFibre A/S
TechologyWhite Papers
WorldWide Packets > Home
southamptonphotonics
NTTElectronics Corporation-Photonics Business Group Homepage
AgilityCommunications - tunable lasers
PhotonicCrystal Fibre - Optoelectronics - University of Bath
OpticalIsolators
OpticalSolutions, Inc.
NSGAmerica, Selfoc
Ageretechnical documents
AlcatelTechnologies
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