FIBER OPTICS COMMUNICATIONS The FIBER OPTIC COMMUNICATIONS MODULE D8100 was designed to provide the student with an introductory understanding of industrial communications using fiber optics as the method of sound transmission. The program also includes fiber optic maintenance and repair. Two modules that house a dual optic transmitter and receiver are designed to be separated for voice and sound transmissions. The science of sound and light are explored as well as basic fiber optic technology and applications in relationship to communications. A digital multimeter that is supplied with the system provides the student with the opportunity to explore voltage generated by electromagnetic fields. The maintenance portion of the program provides tools and ample splice and fiber materials to accommodate 24 to 48 students. The program is supported by a flexible, comprehensive 10-day courseware package that guides the student through each experiment. Specifications: The D8100 Fiber Optic Communications module must have the capability to convert sounds and voice transmissions into electronic light waves and direct those light transmissions through a fiber optic cable to be reconstructed into sound. Two replaceable 9 VDC batteries must power the system. The system shall consist of two mobile modules that reside on a mounting panel, red in color with all components identified in bold white lettering. The entire system shall be mounted on an 18 gauge welded steel frame that is mobile. The system shall include an accessory toolbox that contains all required tools and materials to cut, polish, and splice fiber cable. Both the transmitter module and receiver module must be mobile for sound transmission. The program shall also supply a student manual and instructor's guide. The integrated solid-state circuitry of both the transmitter and receiver modules is completely enclosed to assure the integrity of the component boards. Curriculum: The curriculum supplied shall include the following: Student Manual 10-Day Program Instructor Guide Pre and Post Tests Word Activity Sheets (Vocabulary) Lab Inquiry Sheets Quiz Worksheets Student Worksheets Curriculum Outline: Pre - Test Fiber Optic Communication Overview o Career Opportunities Fiber Optic Safety Glossary of Terms Introduction to Your Trainer History of Fiber Optics Fiber Optic Applications Light vs. Sound Using a Multimeter Attenuation, Gain, Decibels Monitoring Gain by Measuring the Potentiometer Monitoring Electromagnetic Fields Monitoring Electromagnetic Radiation Splicing and Polishing Fiber Cable Variable Sound Transmissions Repair and Accessory Kit: The program shall include fiber optic maintenance and repair and provide a kit, which includes: 1-Storage case 1-X-acto knife 1-Cable stripper 1-Fiber cable cutter 1-Polishing paper package 2-40" Test fiber cable 2-40" Test fiber cable with splice 4-Banana jack stackable leads 12-Feet of optic cable for splicing 24-Splicing cable jackets 48-Splicing cable retention clips 1-Pair of diffraction glasses 1-Flashlight 1-Multimeter (DMM) SHORTESS-RAWSON and ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. BOX 5 GREEN VILLAGE, NJ 07935-0005 800-242-7309 973-443-4333 Fax: 973.443.0550 E-mail: info@techeducation.net