- Part of: Telecommunications and Fiber Optics Technician Certificate
- Duration: 40 Contact Hours
- Delivery: MDC Blended (In-Person & Online)
- Location: North Campus
Coax Splicing training
at North Campus
- Hands-on splicing practice with real tools and equipment
- Covers safety, troubleshooting, and HFC network fundamentals
- Hands-on splicing practice with real tools and equipment
- Covers safety, troubleshooting, and HFC network fundamentals
- Builds toward the Telecommunications and Fiber Optics Technician Certificate
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About Coax Splicing
- This course provides cable technicians with the knowledge and skills needed to safely and effectively splice coaxial cable in hybrid fiber-coaxial (HFC) networks.
- Participants will gain a thorough understanding of coaxial cable types, connectors, and splicing techniques through a combination of classroom instruction and extensive hands-on practice. The course covers essential topics including safety procedures, tool usage, cable preparation, connector installation, passive and active devices, map reading, powering, and troubleshooting common issues such as ingress.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Students learn coaxial cable types and connectors, splicing techniques, safety procedures, tool usage, cable preparation, passive and active device installation, map reading, powering, and troubleshooting issues like signal ingress, through classroom instruction paired with extensive hands-on practice.
This course is built for aspiring and current cable technicians who want to work in hybrid fiber-coaxial (HFC) networks, as well as anyone pursuing a career in telecommunications or broadband installation and maintenance.
No prior telecommunications experience is required to start. The course is structured to build foundational splicing skills, making it accessible to career changers as well as those already working in the field.
Graduates are prepared for roles such as cable installation technician, HFC network technician, and broadband/telecommunications field technician — positions in steady demand across Miami-Dade's growing telecom infrastructure sector.
Yes. Coax Splicing is one course within the Telecommunications and Fiber Optics Technician Certificate, allowing students to build a broader skill set across related coursework.
You can enroll directly through our online registration system or contact our admissions office at 305-237-1019. Our team is ready to help you get started on your path to the Telecommunications and Fiber Optics Certificate.
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To obtain more information about the Coax Splicing program, please contact Miami Dade College by completing the form below or visiting our offices at the North Campus.
