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Broadband Technician

Description:

The Broadband Technician Program is a one-year program designed to prepare students for a career in the telecommunications field. Students will learn fiber optic theory and installation, which includes designing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications systems. Broadband includes telephone, cable television, and broadband internet. These systems utilize fiber optics, wireless broadband, cable, and satellite to transmit data to residential and commercial settings. Students in this program will receive training in heavy equipment operation, poly fusion splicing, CDL prep, and OSHA-10 safety procedures.

Hours:
Morning session - 8:10 - 11:10 a.m.
Afternoon session - 12:45 - 3:45 p.m.

Career Major Name:  Broadband Technician
Clock Hours/Weeks of Instruction:  515/19
Normal Completion Time:  19 weeks for full-time status

Required Courses:

  • Broadband Digital Installer
  • Broadband Fiber Digital Installer
  • Broadband Wireless Digital Installer
  • Equipment Operations
  • OSHA 10 Safety Orientation
  • Pole Climbing Skills
  • Safety I
  • T&I First Aid and CPR
  • Truck Driver Safety Orientation Practices
  • Workforce Connection

Career Opportunities:

  • Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers

For more information on occupations go to http://www.onetonline.org

Application Process:
High school students see home school counselor
Adults contact Mid-America recruiters 572-215-2060

Average Salary:
$35,560-$90,340

Accreditation:
OSBCTE (Oklahoma State Board of Career & Technology Education)

Certifications:

ODCTE Competency Certification

  • ODCTE Electrical - Level 1

OSHA 10 – General Industry

**CTSO: SkillsUSA

**Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO)