Pass the FOI exam with a strong foundation in fiber optic technology
Fiber Optics Installer (FOI) Certification Exam Guide gives you a solid foundation in fiber optics and thorough preparation for the Fiber Optics Installer (FOI) certification. Endorsed by the Electronics Technicians Association, International, this guide serves as both a comprehensive self-study course and a useful desk reference for aspiring fiber optics installers. Coverage includes the basic principles of light, optical fiber construction, safety, fusion, mechanical splicing, connectors, fiber-optic light sources, transmitters, detectors, test equipment, and more. Each chapter meets or exceeds the ETA FOI knowledge competency, with key exam information highlighted for easy reference. Real-world scenarios illustrate how particular solutions are applied in common working environments, giving you a clear understanding of to use the tactics in the field. Chapter exercises and review questions offer plenty of opportunity for practice.
This book helps you prepare for certification, and more importantly, the everyday work the job entails.
Determine how much you already know with a pre-study assessment Find key exam information and terms quickly with chapter-by-chapter objectives Study real-world scenarios to understand how concepts are applied Pinpoint weak areas with practice and review questions that test your knowledge
If you are seeking a strong knowledge base — and complete exam prep — you will find Fiber Optics Installer (FOI) Certification Exam Guide to be a critically useful reference.
By:
Bill Woodward
Imprint: Sybex Inc.,U.S.
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 188mm,
Spine: 33mm
Weight: 862g
ISBN: 9781119011507
ISBN 10: 1119011507
Pages: 656
Publication Date: 14 November 2014
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Introduction xxvii Assessment Test xxxii Chapter 1 History of Fiber Optics and Broadband Access 1 Evolution of Light in Communication 2 Evolution of Optical Fiber Manufacturing Technology 4 Evolution of Optical Fiber Integration and Application 7 Broadband since the Turn of the Century 8 Summary 10 Exam Essentials 11 Review Questions 12 Chapter Exercises 13 Chapter 2 Principles of Fiber-Optic Transmission 15 The Fiber-Optic Link 16 Decibels (dB) 19 Absolute Power 25 Summary 28 Exam Essentials 28 Review Questions 29 Chapter Exercises 31 Chapter 3 Basic Principles of Light 33 Light as Electromagnetic Energy 34 The Electromagnetic Spectrum 38 Refraction 41 Total Internal Reflection 45 Fresnel Reflections 48 Summary 49 Exam Essentials 50 Review Questions 51 Chapter Exercises 54 Chapter 4 Optical Fiber Construction and Theory 57 Optical Fiber Components 58 Tensile Strength 65 Manufacturing Optical Fiber 65 Mode 69 Refractive Index Profiles 71 Summary 75 Exam Essentials 76 Review Questions 77 Chapter Exercises 80 Chapter 5 Optical Fiber Characteristics 83 It All Adds Up 85 Dispersion 86 Attenuation 95 Bending Losses 98 Numerical Aperture 102 Equilibrium Mode Distribution 104 Fiber Specifications and Standards 105 Summary 118 Exam Essentials 118 Review Questions 119 Chapter Exercises 123 Chapter 6 Safety 127 Basic Safety 128 Light Sources 130 Handling Fiber 137 Chemicals 139 Site Safety 141 Emergencies 143 Summary 144 Exam Essentials 144 Review Questions 146 Chapter Exercises 148 Chapter 7 Fiber-Optic Cables 149 Basic Cable 151 Cable Components 153 Cable Types 161 Cable Duty Specifications 171 Cable Termination Methods 172 Blown Fiber 174 NEC Provisions for Fiber-Optic Cables and Raceways 174 Cable Markings and Codes 178 Bend Radius Specifications 183 Summary 183 Exam Essentials 183 Review Questions 185 Chapter Exercises 189 Chapter 8 Splicing 193 Why Splice? 194 Splicing Safety 203 Splicing Equipment 208 Splicing Procedures 220 Splice Performance Requirements 236 Summary 238 Exam Essentials 238 Review Questions 239 Chapter Exercises 241 Chapter 9 Connectors 243 The Fiber-Optic Connector 245 Connection Performance 253 Connector Types 267 Connector Termination 281 Cleaning and Inspection 305 Summary 326 Exam Essentials 326 Review Questions 328 Chapter Exercises 332 Chapter 10 Fiber-Optic Light Sources and Transmitters 335 Semiconductor Light Sources 336 Light Source Performance Characteristics 339 Transmitter Performance Characteristics 348 Higher Power Transmitters 362 Light Source Safety 363 Summary 364 Exam Essentials 365 Review Questions 366 Chapter Exercises 369 Chapter 11 Fiber-Optic Detectors and Receivers 373 Photodiode Fundamentals 374 Other Types of Photodiode 375 Photodiode Responsivity, Efficiency, and Speed 377 Fiber-Optic Receiver 378 Receiver Optical Performance Characteristics 381 Optical Attenuators 381 Summary 383 Exam Essentials 383 Review Questions 384 Chapter Exercises 385 Chapter 12 Cable Installation and Hardware 387 Installation Specifications 389 Installation Hardware 395 Installation Methods 404 Fire Resistance Bonding and Grounding 412 Hardware Management 415 Labeling Requirements and Documentation 417 Polarity 421 Electrical Codes 424 Summary 425 Exam Essentials 426 Review Questions 427 Chapter Exercises 430 Chapter 13 Fiber-Optic System Advantages 433 The Advantages of Optical Fiber over Copper 434 Summary 446 Exam Essentials 446 Review Questions 448 Chapter Exercises 449 Chapter 14 Test Equipment and Link/Cable Testing 453 Calibration Requirements 454 Continuity Tester 455 Visual Fault Locator 459 Fiber Identifier 463 Inline Optical Power Monitoring 466 Optical Return Loss Test Set 469 Stabilized Light Source and Optical Power Meter 470 Patch Cord 475 Test Jumper 475 Launch Conditions, Mode Filters, and Encircled Flux 477 ANSI/TIA-526-14 Optical Loss Measurement Methods 480 Patch Cord Optical Power Loss Measurement 485 Connector Insertion Loss Measurement 486 Link Segment and Cabling Subsystem Performance Measurements 487 Tier 1 Testing 488 Tier 2 Testing 489 Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer 490 Emerging Testing Standards 511 Summary 512 Exam Essentials 512 Review Questions 514 Chapter Exercises 515 Appendix Answers to Review Questions 519 Glossary 535 Index 569
Bill Woodward has served four terms as chairman of the Electronics Technicians Association, International and is a principal electrical engineer based in Chesapeake, VA. He is also the committee chairman of the ETA fiber optic installer (FOI), fiber optic technician (FOT), and fiber optic designer (FOD) certification programs.
