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Telecommunications Field Technician - Technical Diploma

Program Code : 314513

The Telecommunications Field Technician is intended to provide students with the necessary theory and hands-on educational experience necessary to receive a job in the Telecommunications field . Students will learn safety , basic rigging and fall protection , principles of electricity , fiber optics , wireless technology , cell components , antenna basics , spectrum management , and project data collection procedures . Students can progress towards the Telecommunications Engineering Technician Associate degree .

Program Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition : $ 5,079 , Books : $ 198 , Supplies : $ 0 Total Approximate Costs $ 5,277

This program is eligible for financial aid . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college )

Estimates based on in-state residency . Learn more about tuition and fees . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college / tuition-and-fees )

Program Outcomes

Demonstrate the fundamental aspects of fall protection and rescue theory and practical application to tower safety practices for a competent worker .

Apply the basic principles of overhead tower construction including safe work habits , protective equipment and tower climbing techniques .

Apply the fundamentals of cable accessories and carrier installation standards for a broad cross section of wireless construction .

Identify the basic fundamental elements of wireless technology relevant to tower installation including wireless networks , application , service and a basic technical overview of spectrum principles .

Apply the basic principles of electricity and safety standards in the Telecommunications industry . Demonstrate an ability to climb towers and work comfortably at heights . Demonstrate an ability to function effectively as a member of a technical team .

Curriculum

The Telecommunications Field Technician is intended to provide students with the necessary theory and hands-on educational experience necessary to receive a job in the Telecommunications field . Students will learn safety , basic rigging and fall protection , principles of electricity , fiber optics , wireless technology , cell components , antenna basics , spectrum management , and project data collection procedures . Students can progress towards the Telecommunications Engineering Technician Associate degree .

Semester Total 15

Semester Total 16

Total Credits 31

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