Fibre & Telecom Networks
Foundation
16 h indicative
COURSE OVERVIEW
Telecom & Network Fundamentals
The essential vocabulary, architecture and technologies of modern telecom and data networks.
Overview
This course gives newcomers a structured introduction to how networks are built and operated: access, aggregation and core; copper, fibre and radio; IP basics; and the role of standards. It is the recommended starting point for anyone heading towards fibre, field or network roles with telecom carriers or data centre operators.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Use core telecom and networking terminology accurately
- Describe access, aggregation and core network layers
- Distinguish copper, fibre and radio transmission and their uses
- Explain basic IP addressing, switching and routing concepts
- Describe how data centres and carrier networks interconnect
Module Outline
- Module 1: Introduction to telecom and digital infrastructure
- Module 2: Network architecture: access, aggregation and core
- Module 3: Transmission media: copper, fibre and radio
- Module 4: Ethernet, switching and VLANs
- Module 5: IP addressing and routing basics
- Module 6: Mobile networks from 4G to 5G
- Module 7: Interconnection, peering and data centre connectivity
- Module 8: Standards bodies and best practice
The module outline is indicative and may be refined as materials are updated.
At a Glance
Track: Fibre & Telecom Networks
Level: Foundation
Duration: approx. 16 hours (indicative)
Format: Self-paced downloadable materials with optional live online sessions
Assessment: module quizzes and a final assessment
Award: TDI certificate of completion
What’s Included
- Downloadable course handbook (PDF)
- Presentation slides for each module
- Practical checklists and worksheets
- Module quizzes to check your understanding
- Final assessment
- TDI certificate of completion
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Who It’s For
- Newcomers to the telecom and data centre sector
- Technicians seeking a structured foundation
- Project, procurement, sales and support staff
Prerequisites
None.
Career Roles It Supports
- Network operations (NOC) technician
- Junior field technician
- Telecom project coordinator
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TDI certificates of completion are issued by TelecomDigitalInfra. They are not third-party certifications and do not imply accreditation by, or equivalence to, any external certification scheme. Some roles also require statutory or employer-specific qualifications.
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