CFOT (Certified Fiber Optic Technician)
IMT Computers Nigeria Ltd delivers the FOA's foundational, globally recognized CFOT certification — hands-on fiber optic installation, termination, splicing, testing and documentation, taught in our Ikeja, Lagos training lab.
What You'll Learn
Our Training Facility in Ikeja
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Course Curriculum
11 modules
- Brief history of fiber optics
- Advantages of fiber over copper, coaxial & radio frequency transmission
- Fiber cable preparation & manufacturing
- HSE execution under TIA/EIA regulation
- Warning signs & safety equipment
- Electrical safety and confined spaces
- Core, cladding, buffer coating & strength members
- Reflection, refraction & critical angle
- Fiber types: plastic, glass, single-mode & multimode
- Numerical aperture & mode field diameter
- Transmitters & light sources (LEDs, VCSELs, LASER)
- Wavelength, frequency & WDM
- Fiber amplifiers (EDFA, Raman) and attenuators
- Cable types: tight buffer, loose tube, hybrid & composite
- Installation & environmental specifications
- Cable ratings: plenum, riser & general purpose
- Connector types: ST, LC, FC/SC, MT/RJ
- Termination procedures (epoxy/polish, hot-melt, crimp, prepolished)
- Polishing techniques: flat finish, PC & APC
- Mechanical vs fusion splicing
- Choosing the right splice type
- Step-by-step splicing process & splice loss troubleshooting
- Attenuation: Rayleigh scattering, absorption & leakage
- Dispersion: modal, chromatic & PMD
- Loss budget calculation for a fiber link
- TIA/EIA colour code standard
- Correct installation processes
- Splice organizers, trays & enclosures
- Splice panels, racks & cabinets
- Visual fault tracing & connector inspection
- OTDR testing and its limitations
- Optical power loss measurement (single & double-ended)
Requirements
- Open to newcomers to computer networking & engineering — no prior fiber optics experience required
- Ideal for aspiring Fiber Optic Systems Analysts and telecommunications professionals
- Attendance at physical practical sessions is required for this certification
Course Description
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does CFOT certification cost?
Course fees vary — contact us for current CFOT pricing and any active promotions.
Do I need prior experience to take CFOT?
No prior experience in computer networking or engineering is required — CFOT is designed as the entry point into fiber optics, for complete newcomers and telecom professionals alike.
Is CFOT recognized outside Nigeria?
Yes — CFOT is issued by the Fiber Optic Association (FOA), the international professional body for fiber optics, and is recognized by telecom employers globally, not just locally.
How long does the CFOT course take?
3-4 days of hands-on physical classroom training in our Ikeja lab.
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