CTC's Location

2446 Almaden Road
San Jose, CA 95125
408.380.0600

760 Hillsdale Avenue
Building 300, Lab 310
San Jose, CA 95136
408.380.0600

13000 Gregg Street,
Suite B
Poway, CA 92064
408.380.0600

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FOA Advanced Fiber Optics:
AFOT® Certification

Advanced fiber optic technician certification (AFOT) is a higher level FOA certification available from CTC teaching extended courses that include more detail and provide more hands-on exercises.

CFOT is a required prerequisite for all applying for AFOT certification exams so it is assumed that students have a well-founded background in fiber optics.

Classroom instruction includes greater depth on components, network design, installation and troubleshooting. Labs for testing include greater hands-on OTDR experience, termination require more repetitions of terminations of several different types (e.g epoxy/polish and preterminated/splice connectors), more splicing (fusion and mechanical) as well as some basic fiber optic network design.

Besides more classroom and lab time, students must pass a more stringent exam.

Course Outline

Typical Classroom curriculum for AFOT training includes:

Typical Laboratory sessions include:

Certification Benefits

As optical fiber systems become more common, you need to be recognized for your advanced knowledge, expertise, and experience of emerging installation practices.

Knowledge and Skills

Must be able to distinguish between different colors and possess manual dexterity to complete fine motor tasks.

Course Registration

Check CTC training calendar for upcoming classes. You may call us at 408.380.0600 to request a class.

Click Here to download CTC's Regstration form in PDF format. Fax back the filled out form to 408.380.0603.