After this course, students will be able to:
COURSE SPOTLIGHT:
OSP101: INTRODUCTION TO OUTSIDE PLANT DESIGN
Learn the basics surrounding outside plant (OSP) design with
this self-paced, online course offered through BICSI CONNECT.
The first in BICSI's series of OSP courses, OSP101: Introduction
to Outside Plant is well suited for those new to OSP and is
a suggested steppingstone for those looking to take OSP102:
Applied Outside Plant Design and/or individuals looking to
eventually take the BICSI OSP Designer credentialing exam.
OSP101 provides an overview of outside plant design considerations
for route selection and underground, direct-buried, and aerial
pathways. Students will learn about industry-recognized cables
for cabling systems, using codes and standards and right-of-way
requirements for an OSP project.
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OSP101: INTRODUCTION TO
OUTSIDE PLANT DESIGN
CECs: 6
Cost: Member – US$795; Nonmember – US$925
Available: Anytime, through BICSI CONNECT
• Identify the codes, standards, and regulations
to be followed for an OSP project.
• List the steps for performing pre-job assessments
for new and existing construction.
• Identify considerations for installing underground
pathways and spaces.
• Identify considerations for installing
direct-buried pathways.
• Identify considerations for installing aerial
support structures.
• Identify the general requirements of bonding and
grounding (earthing) and electrical protection
for outside plant.
• Identify requirements for acquiring public or private
rights-of-way.
The online course can be accessed remotely via a mobile device
at any time and from any location with internet access.
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