Fiber Preparation & Termination • Objectives • Describe the history of fiber, including the importance of structured cabling and standards. • Explain where different types of fiber connectors are used. • Demonstrate the safe and efficient use of: • Adjustable Cable Stripping Tool • Cable Cutter • Kevlar Cutter • Fiber Stripper • Compare and contrast the different methods of fiber termination. • Demonstrate the safe and efficient use of • Fiber Cleaver • Cleave & Secure connectors • UniCam Splicer • Fusion Splicer • Fiber Testing & Troubleshooting • Objectives • Compare and contrast the different methods of fiber testing. • Demonstrate the safe and efficient use of: • Visual Fault Locater • Fiber Inspection Microscope • Video Inspection Scope • Optical Power Meter (OPM) and Light Sources • Measure actual loss in fiber cables and systems • OTDR Operation • Objectives • Describe the function of an OTDR. • Explain the features and functions of a typical OTDR. • List the procedural steps on how to test a fiber with an OTDR • Demonstrate the safe and efficient use of an OTDR • Use the OTDR to test various fibers.