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.
A. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
In-state: $ 606.00
Out-of-state: $636.00
Tuition and fees effective summer 2024
Tuition: 3 credit hours
- In-state Tuition: $ $291.00
- Out-of-state Tuition: $321.00
Program Fees: ECT 150: $200.00
Technology Fee: $15 ($5 per credit hour)
Total Fees: $215.00
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) $100.00
C. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
N/A
D. 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/sites/default/files/documents/degrees-and-certificates/occupational-certificate/Broadband%2520Fiber%2520Optic%2520Technician.pdf
E. Additional information
N/A
F. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website): https://www.azwestern.edu/paying-for-college
G. 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
H. 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. This program was first offered in February 2023. Percentage who earned the credential between February-June 2023 is 24 of 44 students successfully completed, or 55%. (9/20/23)
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
8
Hours
4
Entrance Requirements
None
School
Arizona Western College - La Paz County
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
1109 S Geronimo Ave, Parker, Arizona
Local WIB
11 - ARIZONA@WORK - Mohave and La Paz Counties
Name of Credential
Broadband Fiber Optics Technician Certificate
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
N/A
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)
$100.00
In-State/District Tuition
$291.00
Other Fees
$15.00 Technology Fee $15 ($5 per credit hour)
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$321.00
Registration Fee
$200.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$606.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$636.00
