BICSI Broadband Training Opportunities
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TE350: BICSI Technician Training & Technician Certification
BICSI's TE350 course is a 4.5-day course (8 a.m.-5 p.m.) and offers 35 continuing education credits (CECs)
for existing credential holders. The optional exam is conducted in two parts: the hands-on exam is on
Friday afternoon, and the written exam is conducted at a Pearson VUE Testing Center of the examinee’s
choosing. BICSI class minimum charge is for 8 students. You may have less than 8 students in class but will
be charged for the minimum.
Course Description
TE350: BICSI Technician Training is a hands-on/application-focused course aimed at helping learners
make a smooth transition from being an individual contributing team member to leading a crew in a
supervisor capacity. This course includes modules on cable termination, splicing, testing and
troubleshooting as well as covering topics such as bonding and grounding (earthing), firestopping
practices, and project management as outlined in the 8th edition of the Information Technology Systems
Installation Methods Manual (ITSIMM).
Course Materials
BICSI’s Information Technology Systems Installation Methods Manual (ITSIMM 8th Edition) is required
for each student in this course.
Preparation
Studying the ITSIMM a minimum of 50 hours before class begins is recommended for class and exam success.
Exam Requirements
Students must have three years of verifiable experience within the last five years to sit for the Technician
exam. Please review the BICSI Exam Handbook for further details at bicsi.org/technician.
Exam Process
A completed exam application must be received by BICSI for processing 15 business days prior to the
hands-on exam date. Applications cannot be accepted less than 5 business days prior to the exam date.
Click here to watch the “How to Apply” tutorial or share with your examinees.
BICSI Supplies
Approximately one ton of mobile lab equipment, student workbooks, lab racks, ladders, tools and
consumables will be provided for use in lab exercises. Also, BICSI provides all audio-visual equipment
including instructor laptop computer, data/video projector, projector screen, flipchart and easels, markers,
and power cords; and classroom materials including workbooks, pencils, writing pads and certificate of
attendance.
for existing credential holders. The optional exam is conducted in two parts: the hands-on exam is on
Friday afternoon, and the written exam is conducted at a Pearson VUE Testing Center of the examinee’s
choosing. BICSI class minimum charge is for 8 students. You may have less than 8 students in class but will
be charged for the minimum.
Course Description
TE350: BICSI Technician Training is a hands-on/application-focused course aimed at helping learners
make a smooth transition from being an individual contributing team member to leading a crew in a
supervisor capacity. This course includes modules on cable termination, splicing, testing and
troubleshooting as well as covering topics such as bonding and grounding (earthing), firestopping
practices, and project management as outlined in the 8th edition of the Information Technology Systems
Installation Methods Manual (ITSIMM).
Course Materials
BICSI’s Information Technology Systems Installation Methods Manual (ITSIMM 8th Edition) is required
for each student in this course.
Preparation
Studying the ITSIMM a minimum of 50 hours before class begins is recommended for class and exam success.
Exam Requirements
Students must have three years of verifiable experience within the last five years to sit for the Technician
exam. Please review the BICSI Exam Handbook for further details at bicsi.org/technician.
Exam Process
A completed exam application must be received by BICSI for processing 15 business days prior to the
hands-on exam date. Applications cannot be accepted less than 5 business days prior to the exam date.
Click here to watch the “How to Apply” tutorial or share with your examinees.
BICSI Supplies
Approximately one ton of mobile lab equipment, student workbooks, lab racks, ladders, tools and
consumables will be provided for use in lab exercises. Also, BICSI provides all audio-visual equipment
including instructor laptop computer, data/video projector, projector screen, flipchart and easels, markers,
and power cords; and classroom materials including workbooks, pencils, writing pads and certificate of
attendance.
New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS)
will support BICSI and OBAE in screening, enrolling, tracking and reporting on BICSI broadband training program participants.
To learn more and receive broadband and training updates,
join the OBAE Mailing List here.
will support BICSI and OBAE in screening, enrolling, tracking and reporting on BICSI broadband training program participants.
To learn more and receive broadband and training updates,
join the OBAE Mailing List here.
