Network Cabling

If you’re a fresh graduate from any IT or IS. This course is an excellent option for you to cick start your IT career. The course covers the following modules:

1. Session 1: Introduction to Structured Cabling
2. Session 2: Fundamentals of Copper Cabling (Cat6)
3. Session 3: Cable Handling and Tools
4. Session 4: Terminating Cat6 with RJ-45 Connectors
5. Session 5: Patch Panel Setup for Cat6
6. Session 6: Wall Outlets and Faceplates (Wall Jack)
7. Session 7: Fiber Optic Fundamentals
8. Session 8: Fiber Optic Cable Preparation
9. Session 9: Fiber Termination and Splicing
10. Session 10: Fiber Patch Panels
11. Session 11: Testing and Certification
12. Session 12: Final Project – End-to-End Network Installation

The aim of this course is to equip students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to design, install, terminate, and test structured cabling systems using Cat6 copper cabling and fiber optic cabling. Through hands-on training with patch panels, connectors, and testing equipment, students will be prepared to implement reliable, industry-standard cabling infrastructures for modern IT and telecommunications networks.

Improve Your Cabling skills in 12 weeks

The programme aims to promote an understanding of the principles of Network cabling. This includes:

Session 1: Introduction to Structured Cabling

•  Overview of structured cabling standards (TIA/EIA-568, ISO/IEC 11801).
• Differences between Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, and fiber optic cables.
• Tools and safety requirements.

Session 2: Fundamentals of Copper Cabling (Cat6)

• Construction of Cat6 cable (twisted pairs, shielding, jacket).
• Categories of UTP vs STP.
• Electrical properties (attenuation, crosstalk, bandwidth).

Session 3: Cable Handling and Tools

• Correct cable handling techniques.
• Tools: crimping tools, punch-down tool, cable tester, tone generator, fish tape.
• Cable management best practices.

Session 4: Terminating Cat6 with RJ-45 Connectors

• T568A vs T568B wiring standards.
• Step-by-step practice: stripping, arranging pairs, crimping RJ-45.
• Testing terminated cables with cable testers.

 

Session 5: Patch Panel Setup for Cat6

• Understanding patch panels and keystone jacks.
• Punching down Cat6 cables into patch panels.
• Labeling and documentation practices.

Session 6: Wall Outlets and Faceplates

• Installing Cat6 cables into wall sockets.
• Connecting wall outlets to patch panels.
• Testing end-to-end connectivity.

Session 7: Fiber Optic Fundamentals

• Types of fiber: single-mode vs multi-mode.
• Fiber connectors (LC, SC, ST).
• Fiber optic safety (eye protection, handling).

Session 8: Fiber Optic Cable Preparation

• Fiber optic cable construction.
• Stripping fiber optic cable.
• Cleaving fiber for termination.

Session 9: Fiber Termination and Splicing

• Hands-on: connectorization of fiber (mechanical termination).
• Introduction to fusion splicing.
• Practice splicing multimode fiber.

Session 10: Fiber Patch Panels

• Installing fiber cables into patch panels.
• Managing slack and bend radius.
• Labeling and documentation.

Session 11: Testing and Certification

• Copper testing: continuity, crosstalk, bandwidth.
• Fiber testing: OTDR (Optical Time Domain Reflectometer), power meters.
• Troubleshooting faulty cables.

Session 12: Final Project – End-to-End Network Installation

• Students design and install a small structured cabling system:
• Cat6 cabling with patch panel + wall outlets.
• Fiber backbone connection between racks.
• Testing and certifying the installation.
• Review, Q&A, and certification of completion.