This course is comprised of 70 hours of high quality, graphical, interactive training for the online student. Taking the course demo will highlight the many interactive features found in RFID on the Web^TM. The demo highlights links on each screen, which provide definitions or additional explanations, the "O-tag" which provides more in-depth explanations of important concepts, a comprehensive Glossary of RFID Terms and the OTA RFID Acronym Finder^TM. These features, coupled with Knowledge Assessments and Practice Tests, present the framework of a real world RFID implementation and provide the student with the most engaging and information retentive environment possible.

Most importantly, this course will provide students with the information and practice exams necessary to sit for the CompTIA^TM RFID+ certification exam and the knowledge and information necessary to evaluate and implement RFID technology in various application scenarios, which include supply chain logistics, manufacturing process improvement, health care, pharmaceutical authentication and many more.

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FEATURES

This nationally recognized RFID on the Web^TM certificate program is the most comprehensive online course on RFID implementation available today. RFID on the Web^TM was designed by OTA Training, LLC., the world leader in RFID Training and Certification and the authors of the best selling RFID+ exam prep book.. RFID on the Web^TM was designed using OTA's E3 Learning System - which makes learning RFID engaging, effective, and easy to follow. RFID on the Web^TM provides 70 total hours of high quality, graphical, interactive training. At the conclusion of the course, students will possess the knowledge to successfully implement and support an RFID system and pass the CompTIA^TM RFID+ Certification exam. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with Gatlin Education Services.

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TOPIC HIGHLIGHTS

The course consists of twelve modules, which provide in depth training in all aspects of RFID implementation and include certification testing modules designed to prepare students for the CompTIA^TM RFID+ certification exam. Below is an outline of all the modules with their respective sections.

A. Systems Approach to RFID Implementation^TM

1. Introduction to RFID
1. Introduction
2. RFID vs. Barcode
3. Basic RFID System
4. A Few Concepts in Physics
5. Summary
6. Knowledge Assessment
2. Hardware: Tags
1. Introduction
2. Types of Tags
3. Tag Construction
4. Tag Frequencies
5. Passive Tag Communication
6. EPC Tag Classes
7. Tag Selection and Placement
8. Real Time Location System (RTLS)
9. Summary
10. Knowledge Assessment
3. Hardware: Interrogation Zones
1. Introduction
2. Interrogators
3. Types of Interrogators
4. Antennas
5. Related Terms
6. Gen 2 Interrogators
7. Managing UHF Gen 2 Tags
8. Interrogator Installations
9. Antenna Installations
10. Summary
11. Knowledge Assessment
4. Hardware: Peripherals
1. Introduction
2. Printer Functions
3. Printer Installations
4. Loading, Configuration, Calibration
5. Label Applicators
6. Feedback Systems
7. Summary
8. Knowledge Assessment
5. RFID Data Management
1. Introduction
2. Dealing with Data
3. Key Concepts
4. Integration Approaches
5. EPCglobal Network
6. Summary
7. Knowledge Assessment
6. Standards and Regulations
1. Introduction
2. Overview
3. Some Terms
4. ISO and EPCglobal
5. FCC, ETSI, and the UHF Band
6. Safety Regulations
7. Summary
8. Knowledge Assessment
7. RFID Implementation
1. Introduction
2. Site Analysis Phase
3. Design Phase
4. Installation Phase
5. Summary
6. Knowledge Assessment
8. Troubleshooting
1. Introduction
2. Tag Problems
3. RFID Setup Issues
4. Summary
5. Knowledge Assessment
9. RFID Simulation
1. Introduction
2. Implementation
3. Optimization
4. Best Practices
5. Summary
6. Knowledge Assessment
10. Final Knowledge Assessment
1. Practice Mode
2. Certificate Mode

RFID+ Certification Preparation

1. Introduction to RFID
1. Introduction
2. RFID vs. Barcode
3. Basic RFID System
4. A Few Concepts in Physics
5. Summary
6. Knowledge Assessment
2. Practice Exam
1. Practice Mode
2. Certification Mode

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CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS

A 70% or better must be achieved in order to receive a Certificate of Completion.

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COURSE OBJECTIVES

Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

• Understand how an RFID system operates
• Understand the different frequency ranges for RFID and how to select the appropriate range for a case
• Determine what type of tag is required for an application
• Perform tag placement testing on products
• Understand how to install, optimize, and troubleshoot an RFID read zone
• Identify and select the appropriate type of RFID printer and Label Applicators
• Identify what types of feedback systems may be necessary
• Understand issues around data management and integration approaches
• Understand best practices around interrogation zone implementation
• Understand some of the main standards and regulations around RFID

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PDF BROCHURE

Please click here to download the PDF brochure for the Gatlin online courses offered by OCPE.

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND

The intended audience for this course would include students who are interested in pursuing a career in RFID, students who are already in the RFID field or students who are planning to be involved in the value chain of RFID. The value chain of RFID include: RFID hardware and software vendors, RFID systems integrators, and end user companies who are looking at RFID to either, comply with a customer mandate, or to improve visibility and business process efficiency within their own operations. Some examples of job roles that would benefit from this certificate program include students who are already in their career, or wish to pursue careers as: IT managers and staff, RFID consultants, RF engineers, operations managers or staff, and Supply Chain Managers.

Student pre-requisites:

• Basic knowledge and use of computers
• Familiarity with e-mail correspondence
• Ability to navigate the Internet

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OTA Training, LLC. is the worldwide leader in RFID education and author of the best selling RFID+ exam prep guide in the industry - the CompTIA^TMRFID+ Exam Cram. OTA Training was a Founding Member of the CompTIA^TM RFID+ Cornerstone Committee and acted as Subject Matter Experts for this exam. OTA Training will provide a team of professionals to facilitate this program. This team consists of the following individuals:

Richard Harden
Richard Harden has designed, built and managed multiple RFID testing and training labs world wide and was responsible for RFID Product Testing for hundreds of products in those testing centers. He has established RFID training centers in over five countries and conducted RFID training courses at all of these locations. He currently holds the RFID+ and RFIDSCM certifications. Richard Harden has held senior engineering leadership positions at several fortune 500 companies including HSBC, American Bottling Co., and Tenneco Corporation. He has led numerous high profile wireless infrastructure design and implementation projects at these companies. Richard Harden is currently the Vice President of Training and Certification at OTA Training and responsible for the delivery and development of OTA's quality courseware materials worldwide.

Jason Brewer
Jason Brewer's responsibilities include RFID Program Management for Pharmaceutical, Asset Tracking and Transportation. Previously, Jason was Project and Business Development Manager at Precisia, the developers and producers of conductive and advanced inks. In this position, Jason was responsible for acquiring strategic partnerships to advance the business goals of the company. Additionally, he was leading developmental projects in a wide range of industries, to include tag and inlay design, supply chain and logistics, pharmaceutical, gaming, personnel tracking, waste management and others utilizing RFID.

Jeffrey Polly
Jeff Polly obtained his technical expertise through 20 years of working in various engineering, technical services and management positions. In 2002, he joined Lowry Computer Products as VP of Technical Services. Jeff leads a highly trained Professional Services group as well as a nationwide network of technical repair specialists. Jeff was instrumental in the design and development of Lowry's new RFID Center and Testing Lab, and teaches the RFID Certification Training courses that are offered at the Center.

Brad Pendleton
Brad Pendleton has worked in software technology for 15 years, focusing primarily on systems integration and software implementation. He has experience implementing numerous large scale ERP (Entreprise Resource Planning) systems for a large consulting organization. Brad has spent the last seven years designing and implementing factory systems utilizing barcode data collection and RFID. Currently, Brad is the RFID Program Manager for Enterprise Information Systems (EIS), A Domino Group Company. At EIS, he is responsible for designing RFID solutions to meet supplier mandates as well as closed loop systems.

Jeffrey Tazelaar
Jeffrey Tazelaar is a seasoned RFID professional with real world RFID experience. He recently was a programmer analyst at Wal-Mart, where he was responsible for installing and deploying RFID solutions at the Wal-Mart retail stores, Wal-Mart distribution centers, and Sam's Clubs across the country. As a leader of Wal-Mart's RFID Strategy Team, he identified, developed, and specified new RFID retail applications such as the Fork Truck Mount and the RFID-enabled Bailer. Jeff has a master of science in packaging from Michigan State University. He is a member of several EPCglobal working groups and author of various RFID articles. One of his articles is the Four Steps to Making RFID Work for You, Harvard Business Review, Supply Chain Strategy Newsletter, February, 2006.

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9. Who will be my instructor?

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