Open Awards
Level 3
QN: 603/7807/4
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Open Awards Level 3 Award in Optical Fibre and Cable Blowing (RQF)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Open Awards. Classified as a Other Vocational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 30 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
Open Awards
Syllabus Units
1 Units
Guided Hours
30 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Optical Fibre and Cable Blowing
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles, advantages and limitations of fibre duct, subduct and blown fibre installation 1.1 List typical sizes and specifications of duct, subduct and microduct 1.2 List typical sizes, specification and construction of blown fibre cables 1.3 Critically compare the different options for duct, subduct and blown fibre cabling for different types of net
- work installation2.
- Understand the options and techniques for installing duct for a fibre net
- work 2.1 Compare the advantages and limitations of duct installation. 2.2 Carry out duct bundle jointing, branching, mid-span access and split duct repair. 2.3 Explain the importance of gas sealing 2.4 Choose appropriate tools and techniques to complete gas seals 2.5 Explain common duct system quality issues 2.6 Explain how to ensure a high quality of finish with ducting3.
- Understand the principles of working safely with fibre and cable blowing equipment 3.1 Identify the main environmental, chemical and electrical hazards related to fibre and cable blowing equipment 3.2 Explain safe working practices to minimise the hazards 3.3 Explain when Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be used4.
- Know how to plan a route and select, set up and use the appropriate blowing equipment 4.1 Explain the functions of the blowing equipment components 4.2 Explain how the different components of blowing equipment work together. 4.3 Explain the usage limitations of different types of blowing equipment 4.4 Plan a suitable route for a fibre link, ensuring the appropriate duct and blowing equipment for the distances 4.5 Plan appropriate locations for building entries, blowing access chambers5.
- Be able to install blown fibre 5.1 Set up equipment for blown fibre installations 5.2 Test fibre blowing equipment for blown fibre installations 5.3 Carry out blown fibre installations following the standard procedure for the task 5.4 Select the most suitable tube joints and seals for the tasks in hand 5.5 Follow correct procedures when completing tube joints and seals6.
- Be able to install blown microduct and fibre cable 6.1 Set up microduct and cable blowing equipment for blown microduct and blown fibre installations 6.2 Test microduct or cable blowing equipment for a blown microduct and cable installations 6.3 Select most suitable duct lubrication for the installations 6.4 Select correct cable/duct drum supports for the installations 6.5 Carry out a blown microduct and fibre cable installations 6.6 Select most suitable duct joints, water and gas seals 6.7 Follow correct procedures when completing
- Understand the requirement for documentation and labelling 7.1 Explain how to label
- Duct correctly according to net
- work specifications 7.2 Explain how to document an installed route using standard line diagrams
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/7807/4
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Open Awards
- Qualification Type
- Other Vocational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2021