Credential(s) Offered
IHE Certificate of Completion
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Program Objectives:
Upon satisfactory completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Install, operate, and maintain fiber optic cable plants used in broadband telecommunications networks.
- Use industry-standard fiber optics equipment
- Demonstrate an understanding of fiber optics theory and principles, broadband technologies, installation and termination techniques, and splicing and repair procedures.
- Identify all basic instruments and tools used in foundations and framing construction.
- Demonstrate the use and care of foundations and framing instruments and tools.
Description:
This certificate prepares the student for a career as an entry-level telecommunications technician specializing in fiber optics. Students will learn to install, terminate, test, and troubleshoot single-mode and multimode fiber optic cabling systems in a variety of building foundations.
Competencies to be Achieved:
ECT 150 Broadband Fiber Optics (3 cr.): Coursework covers topics such as fiber optics theory and principles, broadband technologies, installation, and termination techniques, and splicing and repair procedures. Students will also gain hands-on experience using industry-standard equipment.
B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
In-state: $ 604.00
Out-of-state: $634.00
Tuition (effective summer 2024):
- In-state Tuition: $ $291.00
- Out-of-state Tuition: $321.00
Fees (effective summer 2024):
ECT 150 fee: $200.00
Books: $92.00
Technology Fees: $15 ($5 per credit hour)
Bus Fee: $6 per semester (Fall and Spring only)
Total Fees: $313.00
B. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
Fiber Optics Technicians Manual, 4th Edition, Paperback (ISBN: 9781435499652) $92.00
Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition)
N/A
WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: James Larson
Email: james.larson@azwestern.edu
Phone Number: 928-317-6216
Direct Website link to the program: https://www.azwestern.edu/career-and-technical-education/broadband-fiber-optics
Additional information
N/A
Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website): https://www.azwestern.edu/paying-for-college
Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
- Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: No
- Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes
Career Pathway: Broadband Fiber Optics Technician & Apprenticeship Certificate and/or Associates of Arts degree
- Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes, Broadband Fiber Optic Technician training/skills applicable nationwide and worldwide
- Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes
Link to Accrediting Website: Higher Learning Commission;
https://www.hlcommission.org
Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program. 0% (reported 7-31-2024)
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
4
Hours
3
Entrance Requirements
None
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
2020 S. Ave 8E, Yuma, Arizona
Local WIB
9 - ARIZONA@WORK - Yuma County
Name of Credential
Broadband Fiber Optics Technician Certificate
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
NA
Refund Policy
https://www.azwestern.edu/paying-for-college
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Higher Learning Commission
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
Yes
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$92.00
In-State Tuition
$291.00
Other Fees
$21.00 Bus Fee ($6/semester; Fall and Spring only); technology fee: $5 per credit hour
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$321.00
Registration Fee
$200.00 ECT 150 class fee
Total In-State Program Cost
$604.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$634.00
