Comcast Contractor Competencies Contractor Broadband ... - SCTE

JRecognize the basic methodsand procedures of attachingthe drop cable at the tap.K Recognize the methods andprocedures of installingexterior wire and cable at thecustomer’s premises.L Demonstrate coaxial cablebonding practices at thecustomer’s premises.Comcast Contractor Broadband Premises Installer CompetenciesPage 14 of 26c. Obstacles to avoid when routing theunderground drop cable:i Ornamental lightingii Sprinkler systemiii Invisible dog fence1. Define tap and each of the following asapplicable to the tap; explain purpose andinstallation method for each of the following:a. Weatherproofingb. Terminatorsc. Traps and filtersd. Step attenuatorse. Drop taggingi Purposeii By service leveliii By service status2. Describe how to inspect the tap and itsassociated equipmenta. Measure signal levels1. Demonstrate the ability to perform a coaxialcable house attachment in a typical cabletelevision system.a. Demonstrate proper house attachmentproceduresi P-Hookii Underground routingb. Distinguish between the following types ofsurfaces and explain how the installationwould be accomplished for each surface:i Woodii Sidingiii Aluminumiv Steelv Vinylvi Slatevii Asbestosviii Brickix Stuccoc. Explain drop cable routing at the housed. Explain how to route cable around gutterse. Knowledge of the codes governingattachments to electrical masts1. Explain the purpose and function of thegrounding electrode system.2. Identify the proper locations for bonding theresidential cable television drop cable3. Describe the following:a. Bonding blocks