BICSI Beyond 2026

Pre-Conference Masterclass: Implementation and Use Cases of Optical LAN (Room Islander Ballroom C)

31 Aug 26
8:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Tracks: Intelligent Infrastructure Advancements

Speaker(s): Matt Miller, Global Networks Leader, AECOM; Chad Hines, Sales Engineer, ITConnect Inc.; Chris Ennis, Sr. Business Development Manager, Nokia

Member Price: $185

Non-Member Price: $275

Build on Optical LAN knowledge with 10-Gigabit-capable Symmetric Passive Optical Network (XGS-PON), high availability, troubleshooting, and complementary technologies such as distributed antenna systems (DAS) and Wi-Fi. This advanced masterclass reviews layout and configuration considerations, best practices for education, hospitality, senior living, healthcare, and public spaces, and recommended preparation options, including prior Passive Optical LAN experience, alternate training, or Fundamentals of Passive Optical LAN.