Outside Plant Design Course: 5-Day Comprehensive Training

Course Description

This intensive 5-day course provides a comprehensive introduction to outside plant (OSP) design principles and practices. Participants will gain practical knowledge of OSP components, network planning, implementation strategies, and testing procedures. The course combines theoretical concepts with hands-on exercises to prepare professionals for real-world OSP design challenges.

Learning Objectives

• Understand fundamental OSP design concepts and industry standards
• Develop skills in route selection and pathway design for underground, aerial, and direct-buried installations
• Learn cable selection criteria and proper installation techniques
• Master OSP project planning, documentation, and cost estimation
• Gain proficiency in OSP testing and troubleshooting methods

Course Modules

Day 1: OSP Fundamentals and Standards

• Introduction to OSP design and terminology
• Industry codes, standards, and regulations
• OSP components and infrastructure overview
• Right-of-way and permitting considerations

Day 2: Underground and Direct-Buried Pathways

• Underground conduit systems and duct banks
• Maintenance holes, handholes, and vaults
• Direct-buried cable installation methods
• Trenchless technology and horizontal directional drilling

Day 3: Aerial Plant Design

• Pole line design and loading calculations
• Aerial cable types and support structures
• Guying and anchoring techniques
• Clearance requirements and safety considerations

Day 4: Cable Selection and Network Planning

• Copper and fiber optic cable characteristics
• Cable sizing and capacity planning
• Splice closure selection and placement
• Network redundancy and diversity strategies

Day 5: Project Planning and Implementation

• OSP project documentation and as-built drawings
• Cost estimation and budgeting
• Construction management and quality control
• Testing, acceptance, and maintenance procedures

Practical Wins for Participants

• Ability to develop comprehensive OSP design plans
• Proficiency in selecting appropriate OSP components and materials
• Skills to estimate project costs and manage OSP implementations
• Knowledge to troubleshoot and maintain OSP networks effectively