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Certified Fiber Optic Specialist Design (CFOSD) | African eDevelopment Resource Centre
UPCOMING EVENT

Certified Fiber Optic Specialist Design
(CFOSD)®

June 9-12, 2026 Nairobi, Kenya 4 Days | 32 Hours

The CFOSD certification is designed for network owners, planners, and engineers who need to design cost-effective, reliable fiber optic networks. This advanced course covers optical link budgets, component selection, network architecture, and design documentation. Prerequisite: CFOT certification or equivalent experience.

Event Dates

June 9-12, 2026

Duration

4 Days | 32 Hours

Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Certification

CFOSD® Credential

What You’ll Learn

8 essential fiber optic design skills

Network Architecture

Design principles for LAN, WAN, FTTH, and data center networks

Link Budget Analysis

Calculate power budgets, loss budgets, and system margin

Component Selection

Choose appropriate fiber, connectors, and active equipment

Dispersion Management

Address chromatic and polarization mode dispersion in designs

CWDM/DWDM Design

Design wavelength-division multiplexing systems

Testing Strategy

Develop acceptance testing and commissioning plans

Documentation

Create comprehensive design documentation and specifications

Reliability Planning

Design for redundancy, resilience, and future growth

Who Should Attend

Designed for network designers and planners

Network Designers

Network Planners

System Architects

Telecom Engineers

Data Center Planners

Project Managers

Infrastructure Owners

Technical Consultants

Course Modules

Comprehensive fiber optic design curriculum

Design Principles

Standards, codes, and design methodologies

Link Budget Calculations

Power budgets, loss budgets, and margin analysis

Cable Plant Design

Routing, pathways, and physical infrastructure

WDM System Design

CWDM, DWDM, and channel planning

FTTH Architecture

PON, AON, and last-mile design strategies

Testing & Commissioning

Acceptance criteria and test procedures

Documentation & Specifications

BOM, drawings, and technical specifications

Case Studies

Real-world design projects and exercises

Requirements

CFOT certification or equivalent experience required. Basic understanding of fiber optics, installation practices, and English proficiency recommended.

Certification

FOA-accredited CFOSD certification upon successful completion. Advanced credential for fiber optic network design professionals.

What’s Included

Everything you need to succeed

FOA CFOSD Study Guide
Design Calculation Tools
Design Software Access
Case Study Materials
Design Templates
Online Resources
CFOSD Exam Voucher
Certificate of Completion

Event Schedule

4-day intensive design program

Day 1

June 9, 2026


Design Fundamentals
Network architecture, standards, and design methodology

Day 2

June 10, 2026


Link Budget Analysis
Power budgets, loss calculations, and component selection

Day 3

June 11, 2026


Advanced Design Topics
WDM systems, dispersion management, and FTTH architecture

Day 4

June 12, 2026


Design Workshop & Exam
Hands-on design exercise, documentation, and CFOSD exam

Secure Your Spot

Early bird registration ends May 15, 2026

Have Questions?

Contact our training advisors for personalized guidance

Contact Us

Call Us

+254 100 996929

info@africanedevelopment.org