Meet the owner -
| Meet Some of Our Associate Staff and Sponsors Associate Instructors |
| Associate Instructor |
"Copper cable is good for you. It helps your
arthritis. But, fiber is easier to install"
arthritis. But, fiber is easier to install"
| Our goal is to insure that our clients are AWARE! |
| We are a network training company networking knowledge and PEOPLE! |
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"I would like to extend a very special thanks to our sponsors who have taken the time to submit equipment for our training
sessions. Each and every company who submits equipment for our course sessions receives "top billing" during the classes. Not
only do we use the equipment under strict supervision, we discuss the features and benefits of each as well. We would also like to
recognize some of our local, custom cable integrators. Again - thank you." -- Bob Ballard, RCDD, CFOS, Owner
sessions. Each and every company who submits equipment for our course sessions receives "top billing" during the classes. Not
only do we use the equipment under strict supervision, we discuss the features and benefits of each as well. We would also like to
recognize some of our local, custom cable integrators. Again - thank you." -- Bob Ballard, RCDD, CFOS, Owner
Associate Instructor
Bob Ballard, RCDD, CFOI
Owner/Instructor
Owner/Instructor
| A word about prerequisites for our Basic CFOT Course. registered by the FOA, one must pass a written exam and be able to demonstrate proficiency in performing assigned tasks during the hands-on registered by the FOA, one must pass a written exam and be able to demonstrate proficiency in performing assigned tasks during the hands-on activities for all courses. We are a Standards Based Company. We teach the standards. The tuition for our the lowest in the country yet we provide a content rich curriculum that prepares a technician to properly install, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic networks. The following is a 'quick test" to help you determine your basic knowledge level of fiber optics networks. networks. The following is a 'quick test" to help you determine your basic knowledge level of fiber optics networks. 1.) Per ANSI/EIA/TIA568B.3, what is the maximum attenuation allowed per mated pair of connectors? 2. ) Using a Power Source & Light Meter, do you know how to determine which connector has the higher attenuation when testing a fiber segment? 3.) Do you know how to use a Bare Fiber Adapter and a VFL? 4.) Do you know how to read an OTDR Trace? If so - what is a Gainer? 5.) What is the maximum pulling tension for installing indoor fiber optics cable? 6.) Considering reference cables, can you explain Method B? Can you explain Method A? 7.) Which multimode fiber cable provides for 10GbE at 300 meters? 8.) Per 568B.3, what is the maximum attenuation allowed per splice. 9.) What are the 4 elements that make up a fiber optic transmission system? 10.) Erbium-doped optical fiber is used for what purpose? If you can not answer those questions we look forward to seeing you in our Basic 3-day CFOT Class - —– Bob Ballard, RCDD, CFOI. |
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About Us
Network Cabling Help
- Network cabling basics, with tutorials on Ethernet, Token Ring, Fibre, and installation practices.
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| Uncle Ted |
BDI DataLynk, LLC
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Bob Ballard, RCDD, CFOI, CFOT, and owner of BDI DataLynk, is a Registered
Communication Distribution Designer appointed by BICSI, and is also
recognized by the Fiber Optics Association as a Certified Fiber Optics
Instructor. Bob has been actively involved in the telecommunications industry
for over 20 years. His expertise in the area of fiber connectivity has made him
a sought after consultant whenever problems arise. He speaks at Universities,
Architectural Firms, Integrator Gatherings, and Conventions. He has
performed fiber optics training for contractors all over the US and Mexico. He
also has taught numerous fiber optic training sessions in the United States
and Mexico on subjects ranging from Long-Haul Fiber Connectivity to
Network Grounding. He is also responsible for one of the largest fiber to the
desk installations in the US - the US Courts FTTD Project in Texas. Read
about it HERE. Bob has been a Commercial Pilot with Instrument and Flight
Instructor Ratings and built and flown experimental aircraft. Over the years he
performed at numerous air shows and was featured on ABC News in Austin,
Texas in 1982. HERE is a set of photos of Bob's plane.
Bob's hobbies did not stop with airplanes. In the late 60's and early 70's he
was a professional motorcycle racer and built and drove stock cars to pass
the time.
HERE is a collection of photos of Bob's Race Car.
Communication Distribution Designer appointed by BICSI, and is also
recognized by the Fiber Optics Association as a Certified Fiber Optics
Instructor. Bob has been actively involved in the telecommunications industry
for over 20 years. His expertise in the area of fiber connectivity has made him
a sought after consultant whenever problems arise. He speaks at Universities,
Architectural Firms, Integrator Gatherings, and Conventions. He has
performed fiber optics training for contractors all over the US and Mexico. He
also has taught numerous fiber optic training sessions in the United States
and Mexico on subjects ranging from Long-Haul Fiber Connectivity to
Network Grounding. He is also responsible for one of the largest fiber to the
desk installations in the US - the US Courts FTTD Project in Texas. Read
about it HERE. Bob has been a Commercial Pilot with Instrument and Flight
Instructor Ratings and built and flown experimental aircraft. Over the years he
performed at numerous air shows and was featured on ABC News in Austin,
Texas in 1982. HERE is a set of photos of Bob's plane.
Bob's hobbies did not stop with airplanes. In the late 60's and early 70's he
was a professional motorcycle racer and built and drove stock cars to pass
the time.
HERE is a collection of photos of Bob's Race Car.
