optomechanical components
Components that possess mechanical and optical features, such as optical mirrors, optical mounts, and optical fibre.
Fibre optic installers carry out the installation of optical fibre and are responsible for all the tasks required to assemble the cabling system: soldering, splicing, connecting and troubleshooting. Moreover, they design and test the whole installation and provide maintenance guidelines to customers.
Competences and skills
25 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 6 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesrigging terminology
Terms for lifting equipment, lifting accessories, slings, shackles, wires, ropes, chains, cables and nets.
Cross-sector
4 competencesfibre optics
The technology which utilises optical fibre, such as plastic or glass threads, to transmit data. Optical fibres are able to transmit light between the two ends of the fibre and may transfer images and messages modulated onto light waves. Fibre optic cables have increased in popularity because of their possibility to transfer data over long distances at higher bandwidths and with lesser amounts of interference than metal cables.
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optical engineering
Subdiscipline of engineering that deals with the development of optical instruments and applications, such as telescopes, microscopes, lenses, lasers, fibre optic communication, and imaging systems.
soldering techniques
The various techniques for joining pieces of metal together by melting and applying a filler metal into the joint between the two pieces such as silver soldering and induction soldering.
wire harnesses
Assemblies of wires or cables that are bound together by cable ties, tape, or lacing, and are able to transfer signals or electricity. Through binding the wires together, the wires are better protected against damage, are more compact, and require less time to install.
Essential skills and competences 11 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceensure compliance with maintenance legislation
Guarantee compliance with building regulations, licensing, legal requirements, electrical installations and health and safety procedures.
Sector-specific
1 competenceinstall electronic communication equipment
Set up and deploy digital and analogue electronic communications. Understand electronic diagrams and equipment specifications.
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Cross-sector
9 competencesadvise on equipment maintenance
Advise customers on the appropriate products, methods and, if necessary, interventions to ensure proper maintenance and prevent premature damage of an object or an installation.
apply soldering techniques
Apply and work with a variety of techniques in the process of soldering, such as soft soldering, silver soldering, induction soldering, resistance soldering, pipe soldering, mechanical and aluminium soldering.
ensure conformity to specifications
Ensure that the assembled products are conform to the specifications given.
inspect cables
Examine cables and lines to detect possible breakage or damage.
install power lines
Install cables and networks for electricity distribution on the street, in the fields and in buildings, and put them into operation.
operate soldering equipment
Use soldering equipment to melt and join together pieces of metal or steel, such as a soldering gun, soldering torch, gas-powered iron, and others.
repair wiring
Find faults in wires or cables by using specialised equipment and repair these faults depending on type of wiring.
splice cable
Join and weave electric and communications cable and trunk lines together.
use wire hand tools
Be able to use wire hand tools, such as crimp tools, cable strippers, and cable cutters.
Optional knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competenceselectrical wire accessories
Electrical wire and cable products and accessories, such as electrical connectors, splices, and wire insulation.
MOEM
Micro-opto-electro-mechanics (MOEM) combines microelectronics, microoptics and micromechanics in the development of MEM devices with optical features, such as optical switches, optical cross-connects, and microbolometers.
Cross-sector
2 competenceselectrical engineering
The field of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.
electricity
The principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.
Optional skills and competences 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
4 competencesanticipate installation maintenance
Prepare resources and activities to execute installation maintenance, according to budget needs.
install low voltage wiring
Plan, deploy, troubleshoot and test low voltage wiring.
monitor customer service
Ensure all employees are providing excellent customer service in accordance to company policy.
troubleshoot
Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.