NEC
V80B
Fiber Optic Data Multiplex System (FODMS)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Performs organizational level preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting and fault isolation procedures on the Fiber Optic Data Multiplex System (FODMS) and associated support equipment.
Core Skills
- fiber optic multiplexing
- optical data transmission
- fiber fault isolation
- preventive maintenance
- corrective maintenance
- optical test equipment
- network signal troubleshooting
- connector inspection
- equipment configuration
Common Certifications
- Fiber Optics Technician (FOT)
- ETA International Fiber Optics Installer
- FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT)
- BICSI Installer 1
- BICSI Technician
- CompTIA Network+
Civilian Career Paths
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
- RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT)
- ETA International Fiber Optics Installer
- CompTIA Network+
- BICSI Installer 1
Career Growth
- BICSI Technician
- FOA Certified Fiber Optic Specialist (CFOS)
- BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD)
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