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Get the hands-on skills employers demand in structured cabling, from copper termination to fiber splicing and full system certification. This course covers every stage of a professional installation, including pathways, testing, and data center buildouts. Whether you're breaking into the trade or leveling up your credentials, this training gives you the technical foundation to work on real jobs with confidence.

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What you will learn:

You'll start with cabling fundamentals, including signal types, cable categories, and industry standards, then move into hands-on termination techniques for both copper and fiber optic cables. You'll learn to install conduit, cable trays, and racks, and build out telecommunications rooms and data centers to ANSI/TIA standards. The course covers certification-level testing on copper and fiber links, including how to read results and fix failures. You'll also explore advanced topics like PoE cabling, high-density fiber systems, and 25/40 Gb copper. Project management, documentation, and client communication skills round out your training so you're ready to perform on any job site.

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Course Content

8 Chapters • 40 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)

Chapter 1See details

Foundations of Computer Cabling

Lesson 1 • Cable Categories and Ratings
Explains TIA/ISO category designations for copper and fiber cables. Students match cable ratings to appropriate application speeds and distances.
Lesson 2 • Workplace Safety and Tool Awareness
Introduces PPE requirements, electrical hazards, and safe tool handling for cabling environments. Establishes safety habits applied throughout the entire course.
Lesson 3 • Connector and Hardware Identification
Identifies RJ45, LC, SC, ST, and MPO connectors by form and function. Connects hardware recognition to correct tool and termination selection.
Lesson 4 • Signal Types and Transmission Basics
Covers analog vs. digital signals, bandwidth, and attenuation fundamentals. Provides the physics foundation needed to understand cable performance ratings.
Lesson 5 • Cabling Industry Overview
Introduces the role of structured cabling in modern networks and data centers. Establishes context for all subsequent technical content in the chapter.

Chapter 2See details

Tools, Equipment, and Work Preparation

Lesson 1 • Reading Blueprints and Cable Schedules
Teaches interpretation of floor plans, riser diagrams, and cable schedules. Blueprint literacy enables accurate material takeoffs and installation planning.
Lesson 2 • Essential Hand Tools for Cabling
Covers punch-down tools, cable strippers, crimpers, and fish tape selection. Proper tool choice directly affects termination quality and installation speed.
Lesson 3 • Test and Measurement Equipment
Introduces cable testers, tone generators, and optical power meters. Accurate measurement is the basis for verifying every installation covered later.
Lesson 4 • Labeling and Documentation Standards
Explains TIA-606 labeling conventions and as-built documentation requirements. Proper records support troubleshooting and future moves, adds, and changes.
Lesson 5 • Job-Site Organization and Staging
Covers tool staging, cable reel management, and work-area protection. Organized staging reduces errors and rework throughout the installation process.

Chapter 3See details

Copper Cable Termination Techniques

Lesson 1 • Patch Panel Termination
Covers 110-style and Krone-style patch panel termination for horizontal and backbone runs. Consistent technique across all ports ensures uniform link performance.
Lesson 2 • Keystone Jack Termination
Demonstrates step-by-step punch-down of Cat5e through Cat6A keystone jacks. Proper pair untwist limits and seating techniques ensure performance compliance.
Lesson 3 • RJ45 Plug Field Termination
Teaches hand-crimp and tool-less RJ45 plug assembly for patch cord fabrication. Field-terminated plugs must meet the same performance standards as factory cords.
Lesson 4 • Twisted-Pair Cable Construction
Examines pair twist rates, conductor gauges, and jacket materials in UTP and STP cables. Understanding construction prevents common termination errors.
Lesson 5 • T568A and T568B Wiring Standards
Teaches pin-pair assignments for both TIA wiring standards and when each applies. Correct standard selection prevents link failures and cross-connects.

Chapter 4See details

Fiber Optic Cable Termination

Lesson 1 • Optical Loss Testing and Acceptance
Uses optical power meters and light sources to measure insertion loss per link. Results are compared to TIA loss budgets to accept or reject each run.
Lesson 2 • Fiber Cleaving and Preparation
Covers stripping, cleaning, and precision cleaving of fiber ends before termination. A flat, perpendicular cleave is the single most critical factor in splice quality.
Lesson 3 • Fiber Optic Cable Construction
Examines core, cladding, buffer, and jacket layers in single-mode and multimode cables. Construction knowledge guides correct handling and termination procedures.
Lesson 4 • Fiber Connector Termination Methods
Demonstrates epoxy-polish, pre-polished, and pre-terminated connector installation. Each method is matched to field conditions and performance requirements.
Lesson 5 • Mechanical and Fusion Splicing
Teaches mechanical splice assembly and arc-fusion splice machine operation. Students compare insertion loss results to select the appropriate splice method.

Chapter 5See details

Cable Pathway Installation

Lesson 1 • Pathway Types and Selection
Compares conduit, cable tray, J-hooks, and surface raceways for different environments. Selection criteria include load capacity, accessibility, and code compliance.
Lesson 2 • Conduit Bending and Installation
Teaches hand-bender and mechanical bender techniques for EMT and rigid conduit. Accurate bends reduce cable stress and maintain fill-ratio compliance.
Lesson 3 • Cable Pulling Techniques
Demonstrates hand-pull, tugger, and blowing methods for copper and fiber cables. Controlled tension and lubrication prevent jacket damage and pair distortion.
Lesson 4 • Cable Tray Layout and Assembly
Covers tray sizing, hanger installation, and fitting assembly for horizontal and vertical runs. Proper tray layout supports future cable additions without rework.
Lesson 5 • Fire Stopping and Penetration Sealing
Covers firestop materials and installation methods for wall and floor penetrations. Sealed penetrations are required by fire and building codes in all occupied structures.

Chapter 6See details

Telecommunications Room and Data Center Cabling

Lesson 1 • Horizontal and Backbone Cabling
Installs horizontal runs from the TR to work-area outlets and backbone between TRs. Correct topology and cable lengths ensure standards-compliant channel performance.
Lesson 2 • Grounding and Bonding Systems
Installs telecommunications grounding busbar and bonding conductors per standards. Proper grounding protects equipment and personnel from fault currents and surges.
Lesson 3 • TR and Data Center Layout Standards
Explains ANSI/TIA-942 and structured cabling topology for TRs and data centers. Layout knowledge drives every hardware placement and pathway decision in the room.
Lesson 4 • Rack and Cabinet Installation
Covers open-frame rack and enclosed cabinet mounting, leveling, and anchoring. Stable, plumb racks are the foundation for all patch panel and equipment installation.
Lesson 5 • Patch Panel and Cable Management
Demonstrates structured patch panel population and horizontal/vertical cable management. Organized management reduces airflow restriction and simplifies future changes.

Chapter 7See details

Cable Testing and Certification

Lesson 1 • Fiber Tier 1 and Tier 2 Testing
Performs Tier 1 insertion loss and Tier 2 OTDR testing on multimode and single-mode links. Tier selection is based on owner requirements and warranty obligations.
Lesson 2 • Key Copper Test Parameters
Covers wiremap, insertion loss, NEXT, ELFEXT, and return loss measurements. Each parameter reveals a specific failure mode in copper terminations and cable runs.
Lesson 3 • Copper Channel and Permanent Link Testing
Explains the difference between channel and permanent link test configurations. Correct configuration selection determines which limits apply to each test result.
Lesson 4 • Diagnosing and Resolving Test Failures
Teaches systematic fault isolation for wiremap errors, high loss, and NEXT failures. Efficient diagnosis minimizes rework time and avoids unnecessary re-termination.
Lesson 5 • Generating Certification Test Reports
Exports, formats, and submits certification reports from handheld test equipment. Accurate reports satisfy project closeout requirements and support warranty claims.

Chapter 8See details

Advanced Cabling Systems and Emerging Technologies

Lesson 1 • Wireless Access Point Cabling
Covers ceiling-mount cabling, plenum requirements, and PoE budget planning for WAPs. Correct cabling ensures full wireless throughput and reliable power delivery.
Lesson 2 • 25 and 40 Gb Copper Cabling
Addresses Cat8 and direct-attach copper requirements for 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T. Short-reach copper alternatives reduce cost in top-of-rack data center deployments.
Lesson 3 • High-Density Fiber Systems
Covers MPO/MTP trunk cables, cassette modules, and high-density fiber enclosures. High-density systems reduce footprint while supporting 40/100/400 Gb applications.
Lesson 4 • Cabling System Lifecycle Planning
Evaluates upgrade paths, spare capacity planning, and technology refresh cycles. Strategic planning protects the cabling investment over a 15-to-25-year infrastructure life.
Lesson 5 • Power over Ethernet Cabling Requirements
Explains PoE power classes, heat rise in bundled cables, and derating guidelines. Proper cable selection and bundling prevent thermal failures in PoE deployments.

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This course is for you:

Entry-level technicians: eager to build a structured cabling career from scratch.
Electricians: looking to expand their scope into low-voltage data cabling work.
IT support staff: wanting to understand the physical layer beneath their network.
Career changers: seeking a skilled trade with strong, consistent employment demand.
Facilities maintenance workers: responsible for managing cabling in commercial buildings.
Military veterans: transitioning into civilian technical trades with transferable discipline.

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