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CFOS/FC (Certified Fiber Optic Specialist – Fiber Characterization)

IMT Computers Nigeria Ltd delivers the FOA's advanced CFOS/FC certification in Ikeja, Lagos — testing and characterizing long-distance fiber links used in high-speed WDM networks.

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Last updated July 2026 · English
3 Days Leading to Certification Physical Classroom (Ikeja, Lagos) Certificate on Completion

What You'll Learn

Understand single-mode fiber characteristics and when to characterize a fiber optic link
Calculate link loss and power budgets
Set up and interpret advanced OTDR event/trace analysis, including difficult traces
Test Attenuation Profile / Spectral Attenuation (AP/SA) for DWDM/CWDM networks
Understand and test for Chromatic Dispersion (CD) — causes, calculation, limitations and compensation
Understand and test for Polarization Mode Dispersion (PMD) and its effect on fiber links
Recognize and account for measurement errors in advanced fiber testing
Document fiber characterization (FC) link test results to industry format

Course Curriculum

7 modules

  • Defining FC
  • When to characterize a fiber optic link
  • FC by inspection
  • Calculating link loss and power budgets
  • Parameter setup and advanced event/trace analysis
  • Dealing with difficult traces
  • DWDM/CWDM bands
  • Fiber suitability for DWDM transmission
  • AP test setup with manufacturer equipment
  • Defining CD & CD parameters
  • Causes of CD in a fiber link
  • SMF types & applications
  • Interpretation & calculation
  • Limitations, compensation and when to test
  • Defining PMD
  • PMD/DGD effects on fiber links
  • Dealing with PMD from cable/equipment manufacturers
  • Parameters, calculation and when to test
  • Documenting fiber characterization results to industry standard

Requirements

  • CFOT and CFOS/T (or equivalent) recommended before taking this course
  • Best suited to technicians involved in the design, installation or testing of long-distance, high-speed WDM fiber networks
  • Attendance at physical practical sessions is required for this certification

Course Description

CFOS/FC (Certified Fiber Optic Specialist – Fiber Characterization) is the FOA's advanced specialist certification in testing and characterizing long-distance fiber links used in high-speed WDM networks. The course covers advanced OTDR analysis, Attenuation Profile/Spectral Attenuation testing, Chromatic Dispersion (CD) and Polarization Mode Dispersion (PMD) testing, and proper FC link documentation. On successful completion, you sit the official FOA CFOS/FC exam and receive an internationally recognized certification.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does CFOS/FC certification cost?

Course fees vary — contact us for current CFOS/FC pricing.

Do I need prior experience for CFOS/FC?

Yes — CFOT and CFOS/T (or equivalent) are recommended before taking this advanced course.

What does CFOS/FC cover?

Advanced OTDR analysis, attenuation profile/spectral attenuation testing, chromatic dispersion (CD) and polarization mode dispersion (PMD) testing, for long-distance, high-speed WDM fiber networks.

Who is CFOS/FC for?

Technicians involved in the design, installation or testing of long-distance, high-speed WDM fiber networks.

CFOS/FC (Certified Fiber Optic Specialist – Fiber Characterization)

This Course Includes

3 Days of instruction
Leading to Certification level
Physical Classroom (Ikeja, Lagos)
Certificate of completion
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