Fibre Optic Network Planning Principles

introduction

The Fibre Optic Network Planning Principles course (FONPP), provides students with a comprehensive introduction to fibre optic technology, covering network design, equipment, infrastructure planning, stakeholder coordination, and practical deployment strategies for effective fibre optic network implementation.

PRICE & DURATION

Duration: 4 Days

Price per student: R7 600.00 incl VAT

course content

1. INTRODUCTION:

Overview of fibre optic technology.
Benefits of fibre optics over copper networks.
Fibre Optic Applications.
Types of Optical fibre.

2. CONSIDERATIONS FOR NETWORK DESIGN:

Core, Metro, and Access Networks (FTTH, FTTC, FTTB).
Passive Optical Networks (PON) vs. Active Optical Networks (AON).
Key design constraints: Distance, capacity, redundancy.

3. EQUIPMENT AND COMPONENTS FOR FIBRE OPTICS:

Optical Fibre cable types and selection.
Splicing techniques and termination.
Basic Fibre Optic Network Components.

4. INFRASTRUCTURE AND ROUTE PLANNING:

Surveying and feasibility study.
Wayleave Applications (RoW).
Aerial vs. Underground installation.

5. CO-ORDINATING WITH OTHERS:

Building Engineers and Construction Personnel.
Communicating with Clients.
Suppliers of equipment.

6. STRATEGIES FOR NETWORK DEPLOYMENT:

Trenching, micro-trenching, and drilling techniques.
Cable pulling, blowing and installation best practices.
Manhole, duct and pole planning.
Safety and environmental considerations.