Continuing Education

CFOT100 - Fiber Optics Certification

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Course Overview

Explore the basic theory and practical aspects of using fiber optic cables in different types of communications and data transmissions. Increase your knowledge and gain hands-on skills in fiber optics technology in preparation for earning your designation as a Certified Fiber Optics Technician (CFOT). Examine the practical aspects of working with fiber optic cables, including connectorization, fusion splicing, testing, and more.

With the skills and knowledge gained in this course, you will be prepared to challenge the Fiber Optics Association exam. The FOA exam is administered on the last day of the course, and a mark of 70% is required to pass.

Recommended: Some prior knowledge of cabling, data transmission, and electronics

Required Materials: Safety Glasses

Please note: There is an additional charge added at the end of checkout to cover class materials (lab supplies and prints) and FOA certification fees.

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Fiber Optics


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Delivery Methods

  • Face to Face: Where: In-person meetings. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Face-to-face instruction at all class meetings. Location may be on campus or at a worksite.
  • Blended: Where: Mixture of in-person & online components. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Combination of face-to-face and online components at specific times. Some online components may be accessed online anytime.
  • Hyflex: Where: Choice to attend in-person or online meetings. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. For each class, students choose to attend in-person with the instructor or online at a specific time.
  • Remote Live Delivery: Where: Online with instructor. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Instruction is delivered at set times online. Students do not come to campus.
  • Remote On-Demand Delivery: Where: Online anytime. When: No set class meetings. Coursework is accessed on-demand and online. While there are no set class meetings, there may be set due dates and deadlines for some activities. Students may interact with peers through virtual tools.
  • Remote Independent: Where: Online anytime. When: No set class meetings. Coursework is accessed on-demand and online, with no instructor support. While students choose when to do coursework, there may be set due dates and deadlines. 
  • Work Placement: Where: In-person meetings. When: Work is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Onsite work integrated learning. Location at a worksite.
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