FTTx
Passive Optical Networks (PONs)
Objectives:
From this self-study lesson you should learn:
- What is a FTTH PON?
- What are the differences between BPON, GPON and EPON?
- What are RFOG and WDM PONs?
- What is a POL and who is using it?
A PON
(passive optical network) utilizes a passive splitter that
takes one input and splits it up to broadcast to many
users to cut the cost of the links substantially by
sharing one set of electronics and an expensive laser with
up to 32 homes. There are three main types of PONs, BPOB,
GPON and EPON that are standardized and in widespread use
today.
This Fiber U self-study program will introduce you to the
three types of PONs and explain how they work..
The course leads you to read online or printed materials
(with an emphasis on the online using the FOA Guide),
watch FOA YouTube Videos, complete some activities and
take the quizzes. Each lesson plan will be self-contained.
Lesson plans open in new pages so the course overview page
stays open to lead you to the next lesson or you may use
the link at the bottom of the page.
Student Assignment
Read
the references, watch the videos and take the quizzes
(Test Your Knowledge)
Online
FOA Reference
FOA
Online Guide to Fiber Optics
FTTx
PON Standards, Specifications and Protocols
Videos
Lecture
64 FTTH Passive Optical Networks (PONs)
Reference
Textbook
The
Fiber Optic Association Fiber To The Home Handbook:
Chapter 3
Extra
Credit Reading
Assignments beyond the basics required for the
course will be listed as extra credit.
Test
Your Knowledge
Online
Quiz
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