Fibre Optic Installation, Maintenance & Repair Skills Training

Hands-on Fibre Optics Installation Training: Learn splicing, termination & testing. Boost your career with in-demand network skills!
About this Event

Fibre Optic Installation, Maintenance & Repair Skills Training
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (EAT)
📍 Venue: Kenvision Techniks Workshop, Nairobi

Hands-On Workshop for Technicians, Engineers & IT Professionals
INTRODUCTION

This intensive workshop delivers comprehensive, practical training in fibre optic cable installation, splicing, termination, testing, and troubleshooting. Participants gain real, hands-on experience working with fibre optic systems—equipping them with job-ready skills to deploy and maintain high-speed communication networks with confidence and precision.

Who Should Attend?

Ideal for:
– Telecom technicians & network installers
– IT professionals managing fibre infrastructure
– Electrical engineers & technical freelancers
– ISP, data centre & enterprise maintenance teams
– Students & networking entrepreneurs

Prerequisites

– Basic networking knowledge is helpful but not required
– No previous fibre optic experience needed—beginners are welcome

COURSE OBJECTIVES

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
✔ Understand fibre optic technology & applications
✔ Safely handle, prepare, and install fibre optic cables
✔ Perform fusion & mechanical splicing accurately
✔ Carry out connector termination, polishing & inspection
✔ Conduct power loss testing & OTDR measurements
✔ Diagnose faults and apply proper repair techniques
✔ Follow industry best practices for fibre maintenance

COURSE OUTLINE
Module 1: Fundamentals of Fibre Optics

– Overview of fibre optic communication
– Single-mode vs Multi-mode fibres
– Fibre cable construction & technical specs
– Safety practices (laser protection, fibre handling)

Module 2: Fibre Optic Cable Installation

– Site survey & route planning
– Cable pulling (underground, aerial & indoor)
– Bend radius, tension limits & installation tools
– Ducts, trays, conduits & fibre management

Module 3: Splicing & Termination

– Fusion splicing (hands-on practice)
– Mechanical splicing techniques
– Connector types: LC, SC, ST, MTP/MPO
– Fibre polishing & microscope inspection

Module 4: Testing & Troubleshooting

– Optical power measurement (dBm, dB loss)
– OTDR operation & trace interpretation
– Identifying breaks, bends & connector faults
– Certification standards: TIA/EIA, ISO/IEC

Module 5: Maintenance & Repair

– Fibre cleaning & inspection best practices
– Emergency restoration & repair techniques
– Case studies on common faults & solutions

Module 6: Emerging Trends

– FTTH (Fibre-to-the-Home) deployment
– High-density fibre for data centres
– Fibre in 5G, IoT & smart city infrastructure

HANDS-ON PRACTICAL SESSIONS

🔹 Live cable termination & connector installation
🔹 Fusion splicing demonstrations
🔹 OTDR & power meter testing
🔹 Simulated on-site repair scenarios

COURSE DURATION & DELIVERY

📅 5 Days – Full Practical & Theory Sessions
🛠 Format: 60% Practical | 40% Theory
🏢 Mode: In-person Training (Virtual option with lab kits available)

CERTIFICATION

Participants will receive an Industry-Recognized Certificate of Completion upon passing the practical assessment.

WHY CHOOSE THIS TRAINING?

✅ Industry-aligned curriculum
✅ Experienced fibre specialists as trainers
✅ Intensive hands-on practice
✅ Small class sizes for individualized support
✅ Skills applicable to telecom, ISP, ICT & networking careers