Certified Optical Network Associate
(CONA)
Foundation optical networking certification. Master optical network fundamentals, installation, testing, and troubleshooting. Prerequisite for CONE certification.
Course Dates
May 25-29, 2026
Aug 11-14, 2026
Duration
5 Days | 40 Hours
Location
Nairobi, Kenya
Certification
FOA CONA Certified
What You’ll Learn
Build your optical networking foundation
Optical Fundamentals
Fiber types, components, and transmission principles
Installation & Testing
Proper installation and testing procedures
Network Design
Basic optical network topology design
Troubleshooting
Identify and resolve common issues
Course Modules
Comprehensive optical networking curriculum
Module 1: Fiber Optics Fundamentals
Fiber types, connectors, splices, and transmission characteristics
Module 2: Optical Components
Transmitters, receivers, amplifiers, and passive components
Module 3: Network Topologies
Point-to-point, ring, mesh, and PON architectures
Module 4: Installation Best Practices
Cable handling, splicing, connectorization, and testing
Module 5: Testing & Measurement
OTDR, power meters, light sources, and loss testing
Module 6: Troubleshooting
Fault identification, isolation, and resolution techniques
Course Schedule
Choose your preferred cohort
Cohort 1
May 25-29, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EAT
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Status: Open for Registration
Cohort 2
August 11-14, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EAT
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Status: Early Registration Open
What’s Included
Start Your Optical Networking Journey
Foundation certification for optical network professionals. Advance to CONE after completion.
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