Module 1.8 Fiber Optic Telecommunication
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Fiber optics is a major building block in the telecommunication infrastructure. Its high bandwidth capabilities and low attenuation characteristics make it ideal for gigabit transmission and beyond. In this module, you will be introduced to the building blocks that make up a fiber-optic communication system. You will learn about the different types of fibers (and their applications), light sources and detectors, couplers, splitters, wavelength-division multiplexers, and the state-of-the-art devices used in the latest high-bandwidth communication systems. Attention is also given to system performance criteria, such as power and rise-time budgets. Before you work through this module, you should have completed Module 1.7. In addition, you should be able to manipulate and use algebraic formulas, deal with units, and use basic trigonometric functions, such as sine, cosine, and tangent. A basic understanding of wavelength, frequency, and the velocity of light is also assumed.
Description
Fiber optics is a major building block in the telecommunication infrastructure. Its high bandwidth capabilities and low attenuation characteristics make it ideal for gigabit transmission and beyond. In this module, you will be introduced to the building blocks that make up a fiber-optic communication system. You will learn about the different types of fibers (and their applications), light sources and detectors, couplers, splitters, wavelength-division multiplexers, and the state-of-the-art devices used in the latest high-bandwidth communication systems. Attention is also given to system performance criteria, such as power and rise-time budgets. Before you work through this module, you should have completed Module 1.7. In addition, you should be able to manipulate and use algebraic formulas, deal with units, and use basic trigonometric functions, such as sine, cosine, and tangent. A basic understanding of wavelength, frequency, and the velocity of light is also assumed.
Audience: Educators, students
Level: College
Author: Nick Massa, Springfield Technical Community College, Springfield, Massachusetts
