Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Telecommunications Technology
Program Type:	Career Preparatory
Career Cluster:	Arts, A/V Technology and Communication

Secondary – Career Preparatory	
Program Number	8730200	
CIP Number	0647010301	
Grade Level	9-12	
Program Length	4 credits	
Teacher Certification	Refer to the Program Structure section.	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	49-2022 – Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose 

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment or advanced training in a variety of occupations in the Telecommunications industry.

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Arts, A/V Technology and Communication career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Arts, A/V Technology and Communication career cluster. 

The course content includes, but is not limited to, installation, maintenance and servicing of telecommunications systems, and the diagnosis and correction of operational problems in telecommunications arising from mechanical, electrical, electronics and hardware malfunctions.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of four (4) credits. 

To teach the courses listed below, instructors must hold at least one of the teacher certifications indicated for that course.

The following table illustrates the secondary program structure:

Course Number	Course Title	Teacher Certification	Length	SOC Code	Level	Graduation Requirement	
8730210	Telecommunications Technology 1	COMP SVC 7G
ELECTRICAL @7  7G
ELECTRONIC @7  7G
TELCOM 7G	1 credit	49-2022	2	CT	
8730220	Telecommunications Technology 2		1 credit	49-2022	2	CT	
8730230	Telecommunications Technology 3		1 credit	49-2022	2	CT	
8730240	Telecommunications Technology 4		1 credit	49-2022	2	CT	
(Graduation Requirement Codes: CT= Career & Technical Education, EQ= Equally Rigorous Science, EC= Economics, MA= Mathematics, 
PL= Personal Financial Literacy)

Common Career Technical Core – Career Ready Practices

Career Ready Practices describe the career-ready skills that educators should seek to develop in their students.  These practices are not exclusive to a Career Pathway, program of study, discipline or level of education.  Career Ready Practices should be taught and reinforced in all career exploration and preparation programs with increasingly higher levels of complexity and expectation as a student advances through a program of study. 

1. Act as a responsible and contributing citizen and employee. 

2. Apply appropriate academic and technical skills. 

3. Attend to personal health and financial well-being. 

4. Communicate clearly, effectively and with reason. 

5. Consider the environmental, social and economic impacts of decisions. 

6. Demonstrate creativity and innovation. 

7. Employ valid and reliable research strategies. 

8. Utilize critical thinking to make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. 

9. Model integrity, ethical leadership and effective management. 

10. Plan education and career path aligned to personal goals. 

11. Use technology to enhance productivity. 

12. Work productively in teams while using cultural/global competence. 

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

Telecommunication Technology 1
01.0	Explain and practice workplace safety.
02.0	Demonstrate basic work practices.
03.0	Demonstrate the use of safety equipment.
04.0	Inspect tools and equipment.
05.0	Inspect test equipment.
06.0	Explain industry code of conduct.
07.0	Demonstrate traffic control.
08.0	Demonstrate pole climbing.
09.0	Explain roadside safety.
10.0	Explain electrical hazards.
11.0	Perform data line safety checks.
12.0	Demonstrate proficiency in making electrical connections, splices and basic field repair.
13.0	Troubleshoot and repair telecommunications system wiring.
14.0	Demonstrate proficiency in customer relations.
15.0	Demonstrate appropriate understanding of basic math.
16.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of tools and test equipment used in the telecommunications industry.
17.0	Identify types of cables and wire used within the drop system; describe proper handling techniques.
18.0	Describe the function and use of interfaces and terminations within the customer’s premises.
19.0	Recognize the use and function of active devices used within the customer’s premises.
20.0	Recognize the use and function of security devices used within the customer’s premises.
21.0	Recognize the use and function of hand and power tools.
22.0	Explain how building construction affects routing choices for interior and exterior wiring.
23.0	Recognize the basic methods and procedures of planning and installing aerial drop cable at the customer’s premises.
24.0	Recognize the basic methods and procedures of attaching the drop cable at the tap.
25.0	Recognize the methods and procedures of installing exterior wire and cable at the customer’s premises.
26.0	Demonstrate coaxial cable bonding practices at the customer’s premises.

Telecommunication Technology 2
27.0	Demonstrate science knowledge and skills.
28.0	Demonstrate proficiency in basic Direct Current (DC) circuitry.
29.0	Demonstrate proficiency in basic Alternating Current (AC) circuitry.
30.0	Analyze technical data associated with cable validation and fault location.
31.0	Install, repair, terminate and test network cabling.
32.0	Demonstrate advanced skills in test equipment usage to locate faults.
33.0	Recognize the function, use, care, and maintenance of test equipment.

Telecommunication Technology 3
34.0	Demonstrate usage of test equipment to validate network and telecommunications cabling systems.
35.0	Demonstrate a basic understanding of computer system architecture.
36.0	Demonstrate proficiency in peripheral equipment.
37.0	Demonstrate proficiency in electronic information exchange.
38.0	Recognize basic analog cable network configuration and understand how signal flows from the network to the customer’s television. 
39.0	Understand basic digital signal characteristics and how digital signals are used in cable telecommunications system.
40.0	Recognize the components of a Hybrid Fiber Coaxial (HFC) cable system.

Telecommunication Technology 4
41.0	Demonstrate proficiency in site requirements and considerations.
42.0	Use tables and charts.
43.0	Prepare worksite plans.
44.0	Demonstrate proficiency in twisted pair design.
45.0	Demonstrate advanced cable repair techniques. (Optional)

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Telecommunication Technology 1
Course Number: 	8730210
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This course covers competencies in safety, tools, traffic control, pole climbing, DC circuits, troubleshooting, and customer service.

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	
01.0	Explain and practice workplace safety. The student will be able to:	
01.01	Demonstrate office safety.	
01.02	Demonstrate safety outside of the office.	
01.03	Explain fiber optics safety.	
01.04	Demonstrate safety for splicing.	
01.05	Demonstrate or explain bucket truck safety.  (Optional)	
02.0	Demonstrate basic work practices. The student will be able to:	
02.01	Demonstrate good work attitudes.	
02.02	Explain work and business ethics.	
02.03	Explain general code of conduct.	
03.0	Demonstrate the use of safety equipment. The student will be able to:	
03.01	Correctly use personal safety equipment used in the telecommunications industry.	
03.02	Explain the hazards associated with the telecommunications industry.	
04.0	Inspect tools and equipment. The student will be able to:	
04.01	Safety-inspect support equipment.	
04.02	Safety-inspect tools.	
05.0	Inspect test equipment. The student will be able to:	
05.01	Evaluate and inspect test equipment.	
06.0	Explain industry code of conduct. The student will be able to:	
06.01	Explain the purpose of a code of conduct.	
06.02	List the basic parts of the industry code of conduct.	
06.03	Explain how the code of conduct protects both customers and workers.	
06.04	Explain the relationship between the code of conduct and the laws governing privacy of telephone conversations.	
07.0	Demonstrate traffic control. The student will be able to:	
07.01	Use roadside signals.  (Optional)	
07.02	Use signage, barricades and cones.  (Optional)	
07.03	Perform flagging and hand signals.  (Optional)	
07.04	Explain general outdoor safety procedures.	
08.0	Demonstrate pole climbing. The student will be able to:	
08.01	Conduct a pole-climbing safety inspection.  (Optional)	
08.02	Use pole-climbing equipment in a safe and correct manner.  (Optional)	
08.03	Explain the hazards of pole climbing. 	
08.04	Demonstrate safe and correct ladder usage.	
08.05	Select correct ladder for telecommunications work.	
08.06	Demonstrate ladder rigging for aerial installation.	
08.07	Demonstrate pole climbing to install drops and perform splicing.  (Optional)	
09.0	Explain roadside safety. The student will be able to:	
09.01	Explain the hazards encountered around roadways.	
09.02	Describe proper safety around roadways.  	
10.0	Explain electrical hazards. The student will be able to:	
10.01	Identify the hazards associated with work on telecommunications lines and equipment.	
10.02	Test and analyze telecommunications equipment and lines for safety hazards.	
11.0	Perform data line safety checks. The student will be able to:	
11.01	Check and identify hazardous line currents and voltages.	
12.0	Demonstrate proficiency in making electrical connections, splices and basic field repairs. The student will be able to:	
12.01	Apply proper Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) Safety Standards.	
12.02	Make electrical connections.	
12.03	Identify and use hand tools properly.	
12.04	Identify and use power tools properly.	
12.05	Demonstrate acceptable soldering techniques.	
12.06	Demonstrate acceptable de-soldering techniques.	
12.07	Demonstrate Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) safety procedures.	
12.08	Describe the construction of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs).  (Optional)	
12.09	Demonstrate rework and repair techniques.  (Optional)	
13.0	Troubleshoot and repair telecommunications system wiring. The student will be able to:	
13.01	Test telecommunications systems and evaluate based on established criteria.	
13.02	Identify range of fault conditions for telecommunications systems.	
13.03	Demonstrate telecommunications fault identification skills.	
13.04	Use field documentation techniques for repair of systems.	
13.05	Use test equipment and logic to locate faults.	
13.06	Demonstrate proficiency in repair techniques using splices, closure assembly and punch-down terminations.	
13.07	Validate repaired system to industry criteria.	
14.0	Demonstrate proficiency in customer relations. The student will be able to:	
14.01	Describe and demonstrate appropriate personal hygiene and professional attire.	
14.02	Describe and demonstrate effective listening techniques.	
14.03	Describe and apply techniques for installing customer confidence and satisfaction.	
14.04	Describe and apply techniques for keeping the customer informed	
14.05	Describe and apply effective follow-up techniques.	
14.06	Demonstrate discretion in interacting with customers in field and retail environments.	
14.07	Demonstrate an understanding of basic conflict resolution.	
15.0	Demonstrate appropriate understanding of basic math. The student will be able to:	
15.01	Solve problems for volume, weight, area and circumference; and determine perimeter measurements for rectangles, squares and cylinders.	
15.02	Measure tolerances on horizontal and vertical surfaces using millimeters, centimeters, feet and inches.	
15.03	Add, subtract, multiply and divide using fractions, decimals and whole numbers.	
15.04	Determine the correct purchase price, to include sales tax for a materials list containing a minimum of six items.	
15.05	Demonstrate an understanding of federal, state and local taxes and their computation.	
15.06	Use basic algebra to solve job-related problems.	
16.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of tools and test equipment used in the telecommunications industry. The student will be able to:	
16.01	Install twisted pair cabling systems.	
16.02	Terminate twisted pair cords, plugs and outlets.	
16.03	Test installed cables.	
16.04	Troubleshoot cables.	
16.05	Demonstrate proficiency in the current techniques and equipment used in the telecommunications industry.	
16.06	Demonstrate proficiency in usage of NEC codes.	
16.07	Demonstrate proficiency in usage of the color codes and configuration.	
16.08	Interpret cable substitution hierarchy.	
17.0	Identify types of cables and wire used within the drop system; describe proper handling techniques. The student will be able to:	
17.01	Differentiate between the coaxial cable types: Underground (flooded), Aerial Messenger¸ and National Electrical Code (NEC) classification (CATX, CATVX, CATVR, CATVP). 	
17.02	Demonstrate use of the correct cable type for various customer installations.	
17.03	Demonstrate proper cable handling techniques with: 	
•	Drip loops.	
•	Structural considerations (fastening and attachments). 	
•	Describe the impact of improper handling techniques.	
•	Describe the impact of improper fastening techniques.	
17.04	Define and describe fiber to the “x” (FTTx) terms and fundamentals. 	
17.05	Understand station/twisted pair wire.	
•	Identify the types of wire in the home (CAT1, CAT3, CAT5/5e/6, station wire).	
•	Placement	
18.0	Describe the function and use of interfaces and terminations within the customer’s premises. The student will be able to:	
18.01	Understand the types of F-connectors used at the premises. 	
18.02	Explain the purpose and need of security shields and demonstrate installation and removal.	
18.03	Explain drop cable preparation.	
18.04	Differentiate between different drop systems splitters/couplers. 	
18.05	Explain how the design and installation of splitters and couplers can lead to efficient configurations for best signal strength.	
18.06	Describe when splitters and couplers are used in the drop system.	
18.07	Describe the installation and placement of splitters and couplers in the drop system.	
19.0	Recognize the use and function of active devices used within the customer’s premises. The student will be able to:	
19.01	Define in-house amplifiers and the following characteristics: 	
•	Gain of device.	
•	Applications (forwards without reverse, passive reverse, active reverse).	
•	Specifications	
•	Placement	
19.02	Describe situations when an in-house amplifier is necessary.	
19.03	Define radio frequency (RF) modulators and in-home signal distribution.	
20.0	Recognize the use and function of security devices used within the customer’s premises. The student will be able to:	
20.01	Define the need for traps and how they work. 	
20.02	Define the need for security sleeves (security shields). 	
20.03	Define locking terminators.	
20.04	Define lock box/house box and its instillation procedures. 	
21.0	Recognize the use and function of hand and power tools. The student will be able to:	
21.01	Demonstrate the correct and safe methods of using various hand tools (e.g., nut drivers, adjustable wrenches, screwdrivers, wire cutters, scratch awl, knife, pliers, hammer, torque wrench, cable preparation tools, channel locks, IDC Pliers, and modular connector crimper tool).	
21.02	Demonstrate the correct and safe methods of using various powered tools (e.g., cordless drills, cordless screwdrivers, and electric drill). 	
21.03	Demonstrate the correct and safe methods of using various cable placement tools (e.g., hand line, lay-up sticks, and wall fishing devices). 	
22.0	Explain how building construction affects routing choices for interior and exterior wiring. The student will be able to:	
22.01	Distinguish between typical house framing types.	
22.02	Describe commonly encountered wall stud floor joist locations and dimensions and explain their relevance to drop cable installation.	
22.03	Describe relevant construction situations and explain their relevance to drop cable installation (e.g., slab, pier and beam, crawlspace, ceiling types, plenum, mobile homes, and attic). 	
23.0	Recognize the basic methods and procedures of planning and installing aerial drop cable at the customer’s premises. The student will be able to:	
23.01	Explain each of the following considerations regarding aerial drop cable routing techniques during aerial drop installation:	
•	Site survey and layout of the exterior customer premises.	
•	Obstacles to avoid when routing the aerial drop cable.	
•	Clearances to maintain when routing the following drops (e.g., ornamental lighting, sprinkler systems, and invisible dog fencing). 	
24.0	Recognize the basic methods and procedures of attaching the drop cable at the tap. The student will be able to:	
24.01	Define tap and each of the follow ng as applicable to the tap; explain purpose and installation method for each of the following:	
•	Weatherproofing	
•	Terminators	
•	Traps and filters	
•	Step attenuators	
•	Drop tagging	
24.02	Describe how to inspect the tap and measure signal levels.	
25.0	Recognize the methods and procedures of installing exterior wire and cable at the customer’s premises. The student will be able to:	
25.01	Demonstrate the ability to perform a coaxial cable house attachment in a typical cable television system.	
25.02	Demonstrate proper house attachment procedures using P-hook.	
25.03	Demonstrate proper house attachment procedures using underground routing.	
25.04	Distinguish between different types of surfaces and explain how the installation would be accomplished for each surface (e.g., wood, siding, aluminum, steel, vinyl, slate, asbestos, and brick stucco). 	
25.05	Explain drop cable routing at the house.	
25.06	Explain how to route cable around gutters.	
25.07	Demonstrate knowledge of the codes governing attachments to electrical masts. 	
26.0	Demonstrate coaxial cable bonding practices at the customer’s premises. The student will be able to:	
26.01	Explain the purpose and function of the grounding electrode system.	
26.02	Identify the proper locations for bonding the residential cable television drop cable.	
26.03	Describe bonding blocks and ground (bonding) wire. 	
26.04	Explain all components of proper bonding techniques in various dwellings (e.g., single family homes, mobile homes, and multiple dwelling units (MDUs)). 	
26.05	Describe multiple cable placement practices (e.g., cable entry, materials, use of existing entry points, wiring Topologies). 	
26.06	Explain interior drop through different areas in a dwelling (e.g., flooring, stud cavities, attic, crawl space, through basement, wall fish, prewire and postwire). 	
26.07	Describe the methods and procedures for a provision digital box. 	

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Telecommunication Technology 2
Course Number: 	8730220
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This course covers competencies in science, Alternating Current (AC) circuits, network cabling, and the use of test equipment.

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	
27.0	Demonstrate science knowledge and skills. The student will be able to:	
27.01	Demonstrate an understanding of the effects of temperature extremes and moisture content in regard to electronic equipment.	
27.02	Demonstrate an understanding of the impact and effects of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD), power surges, grounding, and lighting strikes.	
27.03	Apply the scientific method to draw conclusions or make inferences from data.	
27.04	Demonstrate deductive reasoning techniques when troubleshooting.	
27.05	Demonstrate an understanding of the effects of heat load and ventilation in regard to electronic equipment.	
27.06	Identify safety and health related issues including exposure to work-related chemicals and hazardous materials and demonstrate appropriate precautionary measures.	
27.07	Demonstrate an understanding of environmental impact and regulations in regard to the appropriate disposal of electronic equipment.	
28.0	Demonstrate proficiency in basic Direct Current (DC) circuitry. The student will be able to:	
28.01	Solve problems in electronic units utilizing metric prefixes.	
28.02	Identify sources of electricity.	
28.03	Define voltage, current, resistance, power, and energy.	
28.04	Apply Ohm’s law and power formulas.	
28.05	Identify and interpret industry appropriate color codes and symbols to identify electrical components and values.	
28.06	Measure properties of a circuit using Volt-Ohm Meters (VOM), Digital Volt Meters (DVM) and oscilloscopes.	
28.07	Compute conductance and calculate and measure resistance of conductors and insulators.	
28.08	Apply Ohm’s law to series circuits. 	
28.09	Construct and verify operation of series circuits.	
28.10	Analyze and troubleshoot series circuits.	
28.11	Apply Ohm’s law to parallel circuits.	
28.12	Construct and verify the operation of parallel circuits.	
28.13	Analyze and troubleshoot parallel circuits.	
29.0	Demonstrate proficiency in basic Alternating Current (AC) circuitry. The student will be able to:	
29.01	Identify properties of an AC signal.	
29.02	Identify AC sources.	
29.03	Analyze and measure AC signals utilizing VOM and DVM.	
29.04	Perform AC safety checks.	
29.05	Explain high voltage power systems and hazards.	
30.0	Analyze technical data associated with cable validation and fault location. The student will be able to:	
30.01	Read and understand telecommunications technical data.	
30.02	Interpret diagrams and schematics.	
30.03	Document work.	
31.0	Install, repair, terminate and test network cabling. The student will be able to:	
31.01	Terminate cable using industry standard configuration termination (e.g., RJ11, RJ12, RJ45, BNC, and AUI). 	
31.02	Install cabling using industry standard tools, telepole, and fish tape.	
31.03	Punch down cables on standard wiring blocks (66 Block, 110 Block).	
31.04	Route cable over aerial and buried drops.	
32.0	Demonstrate advanced skills in test equipment usage to locate faults. The student will be able to:	
32.01	Operate butt-in test sets.	
32.02	Operate toners.	
32.03	Operate subscriber line test set.	
32.04	Operate cable locator test sets.	
33.0	Explain function, use, care, and maintenance of test equipment. The student will be able to:	
33.01	Read and understand components of a Signal Level Meter (SLM)  	
33.02	Identify various display features (e.g., QAM analyzer, return test, video/audio carrier measurements, maintenance and care, and RF operating parameters). 	
33.03	Demonstrate ability to test television (tracking picture and/or sound impairments). 	
33.04	Operate Volt Ohm Meter (VOM)/Digital Multi-meter (DMM) using resistance and voltage function. 	
33.05	Explain all components of signage leakage detectors.	
33.06	Demonstrate proper use of cable locators. 	
33.07	Demonstrate proper use of Time Domain Reflectometer (TDR).	
33.08	Understand and demonstrate proper use of Line toner (tone and probe kit).	
33.09	Understand and demonstrate proper use of Polarity tester.	
33.10	Understand and demonstrate proper use of Return Path tester (example, RSVP).	
33.11	Understand and demonstrate proper use of various voice applications (e.g., Butt set, VOM, Wire ID, Wire mapper, Brown meter, and Banjo). 	
33.12	Understand and demonstrate proper use of cable modem emulator. 	
33.13	Understand what constitutes the Mean Opinion Score (MOS).	
33.14	Demonstrate proper use of UTP (Ethernet) Local Area Network (LAN) tester.	
33.15	Demonstrate proper use and troubleshooting of Perceptual Evaluation of Speech Quality (PESQ).	

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Telecommunication Technology 3
Course Number: 	8730230
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This course provides competencies in advanced cable repair techniques, test equipment, basic computer architecture, peripheral equipment, and electronic information exchange.

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	
34.0	Demonstrate usage of test equipment to validate network and telecommunications cabling systems. The student will be able to: 	
34.01	Validate telephone lines using industry standard procedures.	
34.02	Validate high-speed digital lines using industry standard procedures.	
34.03	Validate advanced signal lines (fiber optics).	
35.0	Demonstrate a basic understanding of computer system architecture. The student will be able to: 	
35.01	Identify network configurations.	
35.02	Distinguish between faults caused by wiring verses architecture configuration.	
35.03	Install cable connectors to match architecture.	
35.04	Explain cable limitations due to architecture. 	
36.0	Demonstrate proficiency in peripheral equipment. The student will be able to:	
36.01	Demonstrate an understanding of input/output devices.	
36.02	Identify and define serial and parallel interface standards.	
36.03	Troubleshoot, install, and upgrade telecommunications devices and adapter cards (e.g., NIC, modem).	
36.04	Demonstrate professional connector assembly procedures.	
37.0	Demonstrate proficiency in electronic information exchange. The student will be able to: 	
37.01	Install, connect, and maintain network clients to various network operating systems.	
37.02	Connect and configure computers for network connectivity.	
37.03	Describe use and system maintenance of a Wide Area Network (WAN) and telecommunications system.	
37.04	Demonstrate knowledge of network protocols.	
37.05	Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamentals of an Internet system.	
37.06	Demonstrate knowledge of telecommunications services and standards.	
38.0	Recognize basic analog cable network configuration and understand how signal flows from the network to the customer’s television. The student will be able to:	
38.01	Describe in basic terms of “analog signal levels”.	
39.0	Understand basic digital signal characteristics and how digital signals are used in cable telecommunications systems. The student will be able to:	
39.01	Understand the basics of digital signals. 	
39.02	Describe in basic terms of digital modulation. 	
39.03	Describe signal distribution methods.	
39.04	Describe virtual channel mapping.	
40.0	Recognize the components of a Hybrid Fiber Coaxial (HFC) cable system. The student will be able to:	
40.01	Define hybrid fiber-coax (HFC) and its components (e.g., telecom center, Optical Transport Network (OTN), distributions network, and customer’s premises). 	
40.02	Describe the purpose and function of the various network devices (e.g., Passive device and Active devices). 	
40.03	Define in basic terms the various cable system frequency allocations (e.g., Reverse, Forward, and Two-way frequency). 	
40.04	Describe cable system services sources (e.g., Off-air or Over-the air (OTA) feeds, Studio feeds, Satellite feeds, Community access/public, education, and government (PEGs), and Local Origination (LO). 	
40.05	Describe cable system premium services (e.g., Impulse pay per view (IPPV), Video on Demand (VoD), Interactive services – Smart Homes, and Premium services (i.e., HBO, Showtime). 	
40.06	Describe cable system digital services (e.g., High-speed data installation, Online gaming, Telephony, Digital video). 	
40.07	Describe competitive services (e.g., digital subscriber line (DSL), FiOS, Satellite delivery (e.g., DirecTV), broadband wireless, and telephone company). 	
40.08	Define coaxial drop cable physical and electrical properties (e.g., Impedance, Frequency characteristics, coaxial drop cable construction, sizes, and attenuation). 	
40.09	Describe in basic terms optical fiber types and properties.  	
40.10	Describe the effects of aspect ratio mismatch.	
40.11	Define navigation devices/interfaces (e.g., remote control, parental control, Blaster, game consoles, home theater receiver, video switches, Slingbox, untethered devices, telephones, and personal computers (PCs)).  	

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Telecommunication Technology 4
Course Number: 	8730240
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This course covers competencies in site requirements, the use of tables and charts, worksite plans, and twisted pair design.

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	
41.0	Demonstrate proficiency in site requirements and considerations. The student will be able to: 	
41.01	Demonstrate knowledge of data communication test equipment.	
41.02	Demonstrate knowledge of telecommunications wiring systems.	
41.03	Demonstrate knowledge of cable and LAN topology.	
41.04	Demonstrate knowledge of hubs, switches, and routers.	
41.05	Calculate and determine power requirements.	
41.06	Calculate and determine requirements of the working environment.	
41.07	Install, configure, and troubleshoot LAN cable systems (twisted pair, coax, or fiber).	
41.08	Configure and troubleshoot patch bay, hubs, and transceivers.	
42.0	Use tables and charts. The student will be able to: 	
42.01	Determine expected levels of resistance for wiring configurations.	
42.02	Determine changes in resistance due to temperature changes.	
42.03	Determine capacitance of a given cable configuration.	
42.04	Demonstrate quick test methods using Quick Test Charts.	
43.0	Prepare worksite plans. The student will be able to: 	
43.01	Draw site plans.	
43.02	Review, evaluate and plan for site electrical considerations.	
43.03	Draw cable runs (cut-sheet).	
43.04	Evaluate and select wiring room.	
44.0	Demonstrate proficiency in twisted pair design. The student will be able to: 	
44.01	Select correct cable for CAT5 installations.	
44.02	Ensure cable rating at patch panels conforms to industry standards.	
44.03	Test installed design to meet standards using test equipment.	
45.0	Demonstrate advanced cable repair techniques. The student will be able to: (Optional)	
45.01	Prepare buried cable for splicing.	
45.02	Splice buried cable.	
45.03	Make various closure devices for spliced buried cable.	
45.04	Prepare aerial cable for splicing.	
45.05	Splice aerial cable.	
45.06	Make various closure devices for spliced aerial cable.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Florida Standards for English Language Development (ELD)
English language learners communicate for social and instructional purposes within the school setting. ELD.K12.ELL.SI.1 

English Language Development (ELD) Standards Special Notes:
Teachers are required to provide listening, speaking, reading and writing instruction that allows English language learners (ELL) to communicate for social and instructional purposes within the school setting.   For the given level of English language proficiency and with visual, graphic, or interactive support, students will interact with grade level words, expressions, sentences and discourse to process or produce language necessary for academic success. The ELD standard should specify a relevant content area concept or topic of study chosen by curriculum developers and teachers which maximizes an ELL’s need for communication and social skills. For additional information on the development and implementation of the ELD standards, please contact the Bureau of Student Achievement through Language Acquisition at sala@fldoe.org .

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA is the co-curricular career and technical student organization(s) providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  

Cooperative Training – OJT

On-the-job training is appropriate but not required for this program.  Whenever offered, the rules, guidelines, and requirements specified in the OJT framework apply. 

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations’ plan to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

In addition to accommodations, some secondary students with disabilities (students with an IEP served in Exceptional Student Education (ESE)) will need modifications to meet their needs.  Modifications change the outcomes or what the student is expected to learn, e.g., modifying the curriculum of a secondary career and technical education course.  Note: postsecondary curriculum and regulated secondary programs cannot be modified.

Some secondary students with disabilities (ESE) may need additional time (i.e., longer than the regular school year), to master the student performance standards associated with a regular course or a modified course.  If needed, a student may enroll in the same career and technical course more than once.  Documentation should be included in the IEP that clearly indicates that it is anticipated that the student may need an additional year to complete a Career and Technical Education (CTE) course.  The student should work on different competencies and new applications of competencies each year toward completion of the CTE course.  After achieving the competencies identified for the year, the student earns credit for the course.  It is important to ensure that credits earned by students are reported accurately.  The district’s information system must be designed to accept multiple credits for the same course number for eligible students with disabilities.