For years, fiber optics was the future. Now, it"s the present, and the time has come to act if you want to make a career in this fast-growing field. The Fiber Optics Installer and Technician Guide is a comprehensive resource designed to prepare you for the two leading fiber optics certifications, Fiber Optics Installer (FOI) and Fiber Optics Technician (FOT). This book"s practical, objective-focused coverage includes:The history of fiber opticsPrinciples of fiber optic transmissionOptical fiber characteristics, construction, and theorySafety considerationsCables, connectors, and splicingFiber optic light sources and transmittersFiber optic detectors and receiversPassive components and multiplexersFiber optic linksTesting equipmentTechniques for testing links and cablesTroubleshooting and restoration techniquesNote: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.