The Telephone School - Telecom 101

Basic Telephony 101 - Entry Level

Course Objective: To provide the basic fundamentals of the telephone network, tools of the trade, career knowledge, cable and writing color codes; site planning for installations; backboard preparations and cable termination; pre-wiring; testing and troubleshooting.

Course Length: 3 Weeks, 2 Nights Weekly - 6:30PM to 9:30PM

Cost: $850.00
Payable in advance of the class.

Text Manuals/Books: $40.00

Tools Costs Approx: $225.00

Tools: Student is responsible for the telecom tools as specified below. Students may purchase tools, or borrow tools from a friend for the duration of the course.
Note: Student Must come to class with basic telecom tools by the Second session of class.

This Telecommunication Course is directed for those individuals who are seriously seeking an "Entry Level" career in Telecommunications, Electricians and "MIS" Personnel desiring more information of the
telephony business.

This Course Does Not Offer:

A.	Any promises of job placement or guaranties for employment in the telecommunications industry or;
B.	Certification by any telecommunications manufacturer, or local city governments.

Student Basic Requirements

Can speak and understand English
Is not color blind
Has hand dexterity and eye
coordination
Have available "telecom tools"
(see tools below)

Course Description: This "Hands-on" Training Course will discuss the various types of telephone systems used in the past 30 years, from 1A2 to digital systems now in use.

Upon Successful completion of this course
the student will learn and understand the following:

A:	Basic Telephony Overview 1. Central offices 2. Trunking, cables 3. Networking, local and nationally 4. Various types of circuits (loop; ground; T-1)
B.	Interface Jacks used in the industry
	1. RJ-11C 2. RJ-14C 3. RJ-21X	4. RJ-31X 5. RJ-45X
C.	Hand Tools 1. Use of all necessary and required hand tools for the trade (See Tools below)
D.	Hardware 1. Blocks/brackets 2. Distribution posts; rings 3. Jacks
E.	Cable 1. Various type of cable and applications (CAT 3/5) 2. Color code various cables 3. Associated hardware
F.	Site Planning Factors 1. Location 2. Electrical 3. Ventilation 4. Accessibility 5. Back Board Preparation 6. Reading Blue Prints
G.	Pre-wiring 1. Types of cable and uses 2. Development of the "MDF" and "IDF" 3. Working with contractors; customers
H.	Telephone Systems 1. Types and Descriptions 2. Configuration of Systems 3. Software and their purpose 4. Terminology
I.	Cross Connecting 1. Types of wires used
J.	Testing
K.	Trouble Shooting 1. Wiring 2. Telephones 3. Systems
L.	Job Prospects
M.	The Distributors/manufacturers - Reps

Basic Hand Tools

Student is encouraged to obtain these tools prior to class

The following list of tools are required for this course. The student will learn the proper use and application of the various technical tools for the industry. These tools will be used in future courses and are important if the student desires to seek future employment.

Most tools may be purchased locally through a hardware store or through a local Radio Shack®. There are "specialized" tools that must be purchased through the class or suppliers. These tools are marked with an *.

*Handset, Telecom, $185-$370
*Amplifier and Tone generator $110
*Impact "D-914" tool $95
Crimping tools for Modular ends $60
*Staple gun (T-25) $45
Screw Drivers (6" common & Phillips)
Approx. $15
Multi-meter (Ohm's scale; ac/dc) $10-$45
*Probe-Pic $7
Tool Case

Class registration is strictly limited per session. All fees must be paid in advance prior to commencement of class.

Cancellations: You must cancel two (2) days prior to the start of the class. If cancellation is received any later, or before the first class, you will be responsible for 25% of the course fee.

No "Partial" Refunds After the First Class!

Many students have successfully completed this course and have gone as far as owning their own interconnect company.

The Telephone School

Questions or comments? Send email to omni@omni-telecom.com