Career Details

Fiber Optics Designer

Description

The ETA 40-hour certified Fiber Optics Designer (FOD) training program is an optical designer certification that will provide an indepth knowledge of optical local area networks. This certification covers all aspects of a successful fiber optic system design from network protocols, network configurations, optical cabling, industry communications standards, determination of fiber count, hardware selection, splicing/termination methods, and cable system testing and documentation. All that is learned in class is put into practice through multiple and intensive case studies. The ETA certified Fiber Optics Designer program provides detailed instruction and practice of Local Area Network fiber optic design.

Certifying Organization

ETA International

Details

If significant education or training is needed? No
If significant work experience is needed? No
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 4 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown

Certificates

Certificate name

Certified Fiber Optic Instructor

Certifying Organization

The Fiber Optic Association Inc.

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

Certified Fiber Optic Technician

Certifying Organization

The Fiber Optic Association Inc.

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Photonics Technician Specialist

Certifying Organization

ETA International

Type

C - Specialty

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