Overview
Demonstrate the highest levels of knowledge, skills and competency in network cable infrastructure. Undertake copper and fibre cabling installation, termination and testing to the highest quality whilst complying to industry best practice and standards to ensure a right first-time approach.
The CNCI® certification is awarded on successful completion of both the CNCI® Copper Cabling and the CNCI® Optical Fibre Cabling programs.
The Certified Network Cable Installer (CNCI®) has become the industry preferred certification for network cable installation and is specified as a requirement on many job profiles and installation project contracts. In addition, manufacturers, major installation companies, associations and consultants endorse the certification knowing that it provides the right level of technical knowledge, competence and confidence to the industry. In recognition of the CNCI® certification many manufacturers also award accreditations towards their product warranties.
The CNCI® program blends a perfect mix of technical knowledge and practical activities for both copper and fibre component installation. Official CNCI® certification proves that an individual is certified to undertake network cable infrastructure projects to the highest calibre whilst working to the current national and international industry standards and industry best practice. During the program learners will be provided a valuable opportunity to access the latest industry standards.
Having successfully completed this program, and with the appropriate level of experience, it is highly recommended that you continue your professional development by advancing your knowledge and skills to gain further official certifications and qualifications by progressing through The Global Digital Infrastructure Education Framework which maps education programs to career advancement throughout the network infrastructure and data centre sectors.
The CNCI® program is led by CNet’s expert Instructors.
Prerequisites
No previous experience is required to attend this program, however if you are working in the network infrastructure industry, it will prove advantageous.
Delegates will learn how to
Successful learners will have the knowledge and skills to confidently install, test and certify a complete copper cable installation. This forms part of the entry level requirement into the Global Digital Infrastructure Education Framework which allows learners to progress their knowledge, education and skills in line with their career within these fast moving industries.
If you are entering the industry or looking to formalise your skills with an industry recognised qualification and gain units towards the official CNCI® certification, this program, combined with the CNCI® Optical Fibre Cabling program is perfect for you.
Outline
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Introduction to Structured Cabling
Cable media types
Network topologies
Categories
LAN Hardware
PCs, switches, routers
Installing Structured Cabling
National and international standards
Interpreting drawings
Risk evaluation
Working in containment routes
Cable installation, cable termination
Tool and equipment selection
Network Overview
What is a network?
Characteristics of a network
Resource sharing
Signal Theory
Electrical principals
DC current principals
Analogue v digital
Health & Safety
Legislation
Workplace risk
Electrical safety
Working at heights
Working in confined spaces
Standards
Why standards?
Standards bodies BSI, ISO, CENELEC, TIA/EIA
Relationships between standards
Categories and classes
Fire Safety
Why fire stop?
Types of fire stopping
Three pillars of fire stopping
Construction Product Regulations (CPR)
Documentation & Labelling
Floor plans
Naming conventions
Symbols
Records
Testing & Commissioning
Continuity testing
Certification/acceptance testing
Level IV testing
Saving of results to database
O&M manuals
Practical
Patch cord manufacture
Cable installation
Termination techniques UTP/STP
Patch panel/outlet termination, Cat 5e/Cat6
Fluke CCTT (Copper)
Copper certification (DSX)
Set up DSX
Test using DSX
Troubleshoot
Test standards/limits
DSX Diagnostics
HDTDX and HDTDR
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