BHARAT SANCHAR NIGAM LIMITED

(A Government of India Enterprise)

Regional Telecom Training Centre

(An ISO 9001:2008 Certified Institution)

Kaimanam Thiruvananthapuram 695 040

Phone: 2491825 FAX: 2490569
E-mail : rttctvm@bsnl.co.in

www.rttctvm.bsnl.co.in
Notification Dated: 23.04.2015
BSNL CERTIFIED OPTICAL FIBER COMMUNICATION ENGINEER
OVERVIEW
Fiber optic telecommunication technology has revolutionized the communication
links with the unlimited provision of Bandwidth. The telecom sector now, is
witnessing huge demand for the trained and qualified engineers specialized in fiber
optic communications.
To fill up this growing demand for qualified professionals in optical communication,
BSNL, the pioneer telecommunication provider in India, is launching a certification
program in Optical FiberCables and Systems.
The course provides hands on training in design, optimization, setting up and
maintenance of fiber optic networks. It describes in great detail fiber optic
cables, connectorization, splicing, passive devices and systems. It examines the
system engineering built into fiber optic receivers, transmitters, test equipments
and troubleshooting. It also incorporates many of the current industry standards
pertaining to optical fiber communication.
COURSE CONTENTS IN BRIEF
Core Topics

Fiber optic link Engineering

Connectors and splicing
Cable laying
Measuring and testing devices
Optical transport technologies
Budgeting
Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH)
Multi ADD Drop Multiplexers(MADM)
Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM)
Fiber to the Home (FTTH)
Recent advances in Fiber Communication
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Supplementary Topics: Corporate Grooming and Soft Skills

Personality Development
Business Etiquettes
Business Communication
Employability Skills

Field Training

The trainees are exposed to the real world of Fiber Optic Transmission
Network deployed by BSNL in Kerala.

LEARNING OUTCOME
Through this uniquely designed industry oriented academic initiative, the trainee
shall

gain a deeper understanding of fiber optic communication technology

be able to design, implement and maintain a fiber optic communication
network
be recognized as a fiber optic communication technology specialist

TRAINING METHOD
The training programme is supported with Audio-Video aided classroom lectures
and lab sessions. The instructor will lead you to focus on the key knowledge and
skills to understand the optical fiber technology in an overall perspective.
Discussions and hands on practice sessions in high tech optical fiber systems
laboratories will build the confidence of the participants to apply the learned
knowledge and techniques in the actual industry environment. In addition to this,
the trainees are also exposed to the implementation aspects of fiber networks
deployed by BSNL in Kerala.
WHO CAN APPLY
1. Candidates who have passed Graduation in engineering in the disciplines of
ECE/EEE/EIE/CSE/IT or M.Sc (Physics/Electronics/Photonics/Computer Science) or
MCA or Equivalent.
2. Candidates awaiting the results of their final examinations are also eligible to
apply.
COURSE STRUCTURE
Course Duration
Timing
Course Fee
Number of seats

:
:
:
:

Five Weeks Full time (Including one week Field training).

9.30 AM to 5 PM (Monday to Saturday)
Rs. 18000/ + Service Tax Specified by Govt. of India
25 per Batch

COURSE SCHEDULE (Batch ID and Date)

BCOE 01/2015-16 : 20.07.2015 to 22.08.2015
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ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
1. The candidates while undergoing this course should appear for examinations /
assessment tests conducted during the course to secure the certification from BSNL
RTTC.
2. The candidates will be awarded the following grades based on their
performance in the examinations /assessments conducted by BSNL RTTC
a.
Grade A+
90% & above marks
b.
Grade A
80% - 90%
c.
Grade B+
70% - 80%
d.
Grade B
60% - 70%
e.
Grade C
50% - 60%
f.
Failed
Below 50%
CERTIFICATE
BSNL will award certificates to trainees on successful completion of the course.
PLACEMENT
No placement or Placement assistance will be provided by BSNL.
HOW TO APPLY
The candidates are advised to download the application form from the website.
The duly filled application form along with the registration fee of Rs 200/- in the
form of Demand Draft drawn in favour of Accounts Officer (Cash), O/o CGM, BSNL,
Thiruvananthapuram, should reach the following address, latest by 30.05.2015.
Deputy General Manager
BSNL Regional Telecom Training Centre
RTTC Campus
Kaimanam.P.O,
Thiruvananthapuram, PIN-695040
IMPORTANT DATES
Batch ID: BCOE 01/2015-16
Date of commencement of registration
Last date of receipt of applications
Date of commencement of the Training

: 23.04.2015
: 30.05.2015
: 20.07.2015

THE INSTITUTE
BSNL - Regional Telecom Training Centre, Thiruvananthapuram is one of the
premier training institutes of BSNL. It imparts training in modern
Telecommunication Engineering, Information Technology and Management to BSNL
executives. This ISO 9001:2008 certified centre of excellence is equipped with
state-of-the-art telecom technology laboratories, which include mobile
communication systems of GSM 3G & CDMA, switching systems of OCB-Alcatel
France & CDOT make, transmission systems in digital microwave, fiber optics, SDH,
STM rings and data communication systems with Internet nodes, Wi-Fi equipments,
IP MPLS VPN and Cisco routers. The faculty members are well-qualified technocrats
and experienced professionals from among various telecom sectors. The 30 acres
of lush green campus houses Library, Hostels and Recreational amenities.
HOSTEL FACILITY
Separate Hostel facility available for Ladies and Gents if required. A boarding
charge of Rs. 130 and lodging charge of Rs. 80 per day per student will be
collected for availing hostel facility. Library and recreational amenities are
also available in the campus.
TRAINING CENTRE LOCATION
The 30 acres of lush green campus, which is bestowed with the environment for
learning and living is situated at Kaimanam (NH 47) just 4kms away from
Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway station / KSRTC Central Bus station.
CONTACT US
PROGRAMME CO-ORDINATOR (TECHNICAL)
Dr. V. P. Sudeepkumar
Sr. Sub Divisional Engineer
Mob: 09446445455
Email: sudeepkumarvp@bsnl.co.in
PROGRAMME CO-ORDINATORS (TRAINING MANAGEMENT)
Mr. V. G. Sabu
Sr. Sub Divisional Engineer
Mob: 09446433433
Mrs. Jijina N
Junior Telecom Officer
Mob: 09495186414

DETAILED SYLLABUS

Core Topics (Four Weeks)

1. Fiber Optic Link
The Advantages of Optical Fiber over Copper
Optical power and Loss measurement
Optical Windows/Bands
Attenuation
Dispersion
Dispersion Vs Bandwidth
BW of optical communication
2. Transmitters
Semiconductor Light Sources
LED/Laser Sources
Light Source Safety
Safety Handling Precautions
Coupling of source to fiber
3. Receivers
PIN and APD
Receiver noise
4. Optical Fibers
Core
Cladding
Coating
Standards
Materials
Tensile Strength
Types of fibers
ITU T G652, G654, G655
Buffer
Strength Members
Jacket
Cable manufacturers
Cable Types
Colour coding
Ordinary fibers
Pig tail and patch cord
Ribbon Cable
Submarine Cable
Cable Termination Methods
Cable Markings and Codes
External Markings
Bend Radius Specifications

5 Connectors
Types of Fiber Optic Connectors
Single-Fiber Connectors
Connector Termination, FDF etc
Attenuators
6. Splicing
Splicing Equipment
Different types of splicing
Fusion Splicers
Splice Requirements
Splicing Procedures
Cable preparation
Fusion Splicing Procedure
Pigtail splicing
Ribbon cable splicing (demo)
Thermo shrinking
7. Cable Laying
Laying Specifications
Minimum Bend Radius
Pulling Eye
Pullbox
Splice Enclosures
Installation Methods
Duct
Direct Burial
Aerial
Labeling
Documentation
8. Test Equipment and Link/Cable Testing
Continuity Test using Light Source and Optical Power Meter
OTDR
OTDR Display & Setup
Testing and Trace Analysis
Documentation
OTDR Fault Localisation Techniques
Restoration Practices
9. Optical communication Systems
PCM
PDH
DTA (G 821 analysis)
8 MBps+ 34 Mbps+ 140 Mbps Familiarisation
Power measurements and dynamic range measurements
Setting up the 140 Mbps link over patch cord with attenuator and testing
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10. Link Engineering

Power budgeting
Rise time budgeting
ITU specifications
G.957 spec
11. SDH
SDH
Mapping and multiplexing
Protection
Point to point linking of STM-1
Ring formation STM-4
12. MADM
Basics
Connectivity
13. DWDM
Basics
G.692 standard
Field visit
14. Safety
Basic Safety
Handling Fiber
Site Safety
Maintenance personnel safety
Earthing
Trenches
15. PON
FTTX
PON
G PON
GE PON
16. Trends in fiber communication
OTN
IP over WDM
NG SDH
Submarine cabling
New Fiber Profiles

Corporate Grooming and Soft Skills

Personality Development
Business Etiquettes
Business Communication
Employability Skills

Field Training (One Week)

The trainees are exposed to the real world of Fiber Optic Transmission
Network deployed by BSNL in Kerala.
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