Copper-based systems curriculum

Network Cabling Specialist

C-Tech

Certificate

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Format

Hybrid

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

TroubleshootingRepairingCritical ThinkingOperations MonitoringQuality Control AnalysisActive ListeningEquipment MaintenanceComplex Problem Solving

Knowledge

Customer and Personal ServiceTelecommunicationsComputers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguageMathematics

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionProblem SensitivityNear VisionVisual Color DiscriminationArm-Hand SteadinessManual DexterityFinger DexterityDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningInformation Ordering

Tasks

Demonstrate equipment to customers and explain its use, responding to any inquiries or complaints.
Test circuits and components of malfunctioning telecommunications equipment to isolate sources of ma
Test repaired, newly installed, or updated equipment to ensure that it functions properly and confor

Technology

Web platform development softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareOperating system softwareNetwork security and virtual private network VPN equipment softwareAnalytical or scientific software

Tools

Adjustable hand wrenchesAnalog probesBattery-powered punchdown toolsBridge tap detectorsCable cuttersCable fault findersCable splicer knivesDiagonal-cutting pliersDigital multimetersDouble-ended screwstartersDouble-sided magnetic tape measuresElectricians' scissorsFiberoptic cable testersHandheld dataloggersHex key sets

Work Values

SupportIndependenceWorking ConditionsRelationshipsAchievementRecognition

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers49-2022.00

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

No program pathways.

What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

Malfunctioning telecommunications equipment — isolate fault sources independently using test meters, polarity probes, and circuit diagrams on routine service calls.
Repaired or updated communication systems — perform post-repair functional tests and verify conformance to specifications using approved test equipment.
Data and telephone communication lines — install and terminate wiring runs from distribution frames to customer premises with minimal oversight.
Poles, ladders, and truck-mounted booms — climb and operate safely and efficiently to install or maintain aerial telecommunications equipment.
Wire and cable color differentiation — apply color-code knowledge consistently to complete accurate splicing and cross-connection tasks on active networks.
Computer systems and network components — assemble and configure standard telecommunications hardware in office or commercial environments following documented procedures.
Communications links and power supply connections — test and validate circuit continuity and signal quality after installation or repair activities.
Customers receiving new or upgraded equipment — explain device operation clearly, demonstrate features, and address common questions or complaints professionally.
Equipment maintenance schedules — perform routine preventive maintenance on telecommunications hardware and log findings in service management systems.
Underground cable access points — enter and work safely in confined spaces such as manholes to inspect, connect, or repair cable infrastructure.

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

Copper-based systems curriculum

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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