Course

Objective:

Learning Outcomes:

• identify the types of conductors and cables used in VDV communication and understand how signals are transmitted through them
• understand VDV system terminology and testing methods
• identify the common types of copper and fiber optic cable problems and how to safety use test instruments to identify them
• identify the common types of wireless communication methods
• identify the parameters of power quality and understand how each can vary
• understand which test instrument is best suited for a particular power quality problem
• understand the basic procedures for safely operating various power quality test instruments
• troubleshoot problems based on test instrument measurements
• identify possible remedies for some power quality problems
• know the basic procedures to safely use high voltage detectors and meters and high voltage ammeters
• understand the importance of measuring insulation resistance
• understand the types of insulation tests and the basic procedures for testing insulation
• identify hipot and megohmmeter insulation testers and understand how each is safely used
• know the types of tests used to ensure proper grounding system operation
• understand that test instruments are used to observe, report, and control process parameters
• understand the factors that influence the type of test instrument used for process control
• identify the test instruments used to measure temperature, moisture, pressure, flow, air velocity, conductivity, thickness, and gas refrigerant leaks
• understand basic procedures for safely using test instruments for process
• understand the basic nature of light and illumination
• identify test instruments that measure light and understand how to safely use them
• identify the types of tachometers and their applications and understand how to safely use them
• identify the special test instruments used to measure very small resistances, environmental conditions, vibration, and distance and understand how to safely use them
• identify the five troubleshooting levels and understand how troubleshooting differs at each level
• identify and understand the different methods and procedures used when troubleshooting
• understand the effect equipment reliability has on troubleshooting
• understand the role and responsibilities of the troubleshooter

General Topics: