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Principles of Fiber Optics

Understanding the parts of a fiber optic system including the operation and interoperation of the components which make up a first-generation optical point-to-point transmission system are presented. In addition you learn the performance possibilities and limitations of these systems.

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Key Objectives Taught in the Course

The content of this course is the same as Module 3 of the Intro to Fiber Optics and Optical Networks course curriculum.
  • Module introduction.
  • List the key components of a 1st Generation optical link and describe their function.
  • Describe the basic structure and function of a laser in an optical network.
  • Describe the construction of the semiconductor laser.
  • Explain how lasers generate light.
  • Describe the effect of temperature on the performance of lasers.
  • Explain the difference between MLM and SLM lasers
  • Describe the basic properties of MLM lasers.
  • Describe the basic properties of SLM lasers.
  • Describe two common methods for achieving single longitudinal mode lazing.
  • Explain the purpose of modulation.
  • Outline the basic principle of IMDD modulation.
  • Describe modulation bandwidth.
  • Define chirp, and explain its significance.
  • Describe the functions of an external modulator.
  • Describe the basic function of the electro-absorption modulator.
  • Describe the basic function of the Mach-Zehnder interferometer.
  • Explain how the receiver converts optical pulses to electronic signals.
  • Identify and describe two commonly used types of photodetector.
  • Describe how the behaviors of optical fiber and transmitter/receiver components combine to achieve a particular performance level.
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Target Audience

Product line management, system design, system testing, systems engineering, network engineering, product support, research and development, sales and marketing. This course is intended for those in technology-based roles. Therefore, the entry level of education and experience can be expected to vary greatly.

Course Prerequisites

There is no prerequisite for this course.

Average Course Length

1.5 hours

Testing

Includes both pre-testing and post testing.

Online Content Index

Available

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Certificate of Completion    certificate

Certificate of Completion will be supplied upon request after you have completed the online course.

Author and Subject Matter Expert

The author is Professor Edward (Ted) H. Sargent, who was appointed Nortel Junior Professor of Emerging Technologies on of July 1, 1998. Prof. Sargent received the B.Sc. degree in Engineering Physics from Queen's University in 1995. He joined the group of Prof. Jimmy Xu as M.A.Sc. student in 1995; transferred in 1996 to the doctoral program; and in 1998 completed his Ph.D. degree in Photonics, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. While a student at the University of Toronto, he was supported variously by the Ontario Centre for Materials Research, Photonics Research Ontario, an Ontario Graduate Scholarship, and an NSERC scholarship. His research was funded by Nortel Technology, Bellcore, and Corning, and involved collaborations with these organization as well as with the University of at Michigan at Ann Arbor. In May 1998, Prof. Sargent competed for and was offered the position of Assistant Professor and Holder of the Nortel Junior Chair in Emerging Technologies, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Toronto. Prof. Sargent has worked with researchers at Nortel Networks since 1991, first as an employee, and later as a collaborator. In his new role he is developing and leading new collaborations on innovative enabling technologies for future photonic communication systems; on improved approaches to the design of photonic systems and networks; and on novel materials and devices, including highly processable polymers with promising electronic and optical properties.

System Requirements
  • High speed Internet Connection (DSL, cable, ISDN 128)
  • Browser: Explorer 4.01 Service Pack 2 (or greater), or Netscape 4.7 (or greater). Explorer 5 is recommended
  • Flash 4 or greater plug-in
  • 16 bit colour, 800 x 600 resolution (minimum requirement)
  • Audio card (optional)
  • 200 megahertz minimum, 300 megahertz recommended
  • 32 RAM minimum, 64 RAM recommended
  • 50 mb of available disk cache space
Refund Policy

If this material does not meet your expectations as outlined in the course description, you have 3 working days from the date of registration to obtain a 100% refund of the course fee. Please contact us if you have any further questions regarding this guarantee. 

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