Broadband Headend Maintenance
Certification Program
Level 2
Description
The Broadband Headend Maintenance Certification (BHMC) designation
demonstrates the Technician’s ability to configure the Headend
equipment and perform testing and monitoring of signal integrity, to
ensure that FCC and Signal Quality standards are met.
Level 2 Certification is earned by
passing a 4-6 hour practical exam administered by qualified
Scientific Atlanta Headend Representatives.
The certification testing is held at the Scientific Atlanta's Training Center in Lawrenceville, GA.
SciCare Training maintains
a fully dedicated training laboratory under controlled conditions to
administer the testing. Potential candidates must pass the written
exam and earn Level 1 Certification prior to scheduling the
practical exam for Level 2 Certification.
To successfully pass the practical
examination, candidates must complete all tasks correctly.
Requirements
Prerequisites are not required for any candidate. However,
Scientific Atlanta Institute highly recommends attendance in the
Headend Technology, Operating a Headend Systems, and DBDS Headend
Maintenance courses. All three courses are conducted in an
interactive, instructor-led classroom format.
The certification requires
knowledge and skills in the use of Satellite receivers, Scramblers,
Controllers, Modulators, Stereo Encoders, RF Signal managers,
Optical transmitters and receivers, along with various pieces of
testing equipment.
Candidates
Potential candidates for this certification include:
- Headend Technicians
- Hub site Technicians
Program Information
Part Number: 745604
Length (per Level 2 Certification): 6 hours maximum
Location: Scientific Atlanta's Training Center, Lawrenceville, Georgia
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