Data Cabling & Fiber Optic Training
A data cabling and fiber optic specialist trains to string and repair telephone and television cables, including fiber optics and other data transmission equipment. The specialist works under the guidance of a seasoned professional.
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Academic Requirements
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A high school diploma or GED certificate is the minimum educational requirement for many data cabling and fiber optic specialist jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. However, employers typically require a two-year apprenticeship certificate or bachelor's degree in telecommunications for senior roles.
Training Subjects
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The bureau reports that new data cabling and fiber optic specialists receive on-the-job training. Employees generally undergo less than one year of experience and training with seasoned professionals, according to O*Net OnLine. During training, a data cabling and fiber optic specialist learns how to inspect and test lines and cables, splice cables using hand tools or mechanical equipment and lay underground cables in trenches.
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Tools
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According to O*Net OnLine, a data cabling and fiber optic specialist trains to use tools such as cable reels, drywall saws, flat-head screwdrivers, tone generators and cable jacket strippers.
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References
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