Q4-Lesson 5

In any other task to be made, it is better to start doing what is right.

Perform copper cable splicing based on Electronic Industries
Alliance / Telecommunications Industry Association
standards (EIA/TIA)

TWIST THEM THROUGH!

Most Essential Learning Competency:
Perform copper cable splicing based on Electronic Industries Alliance / Telecommunications Industry Association
standards (EIA/TIA) (TLE_IACSS9-12SUCN-IVa-j-33)

This module will help you perform copper cable splicing based on Electronic Industries Alliance /
Telecommunications Industry Association standards (EIA/TIA).
Specifically, this module will help you to:
● identify network cables with its types and functions;
● list-down the procedures in copper cable splicing based on EIA/TIA standards;
● Identify the color coding for copper cable-twisted pair; and
● follow safety precautions in copper cable splicing.

Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer and write it on the space provided before each number.

_______1. Which of the following networking cable categories is the most commonly used?
A. Cat 3
B. Cat 5
C. Cat 5 and 5e
D. Cat 6
_______2. What copper-cored cable has a surrounded heavy shielding?
A. Twisted pair
B. Fiber optics
C. Optical fiber
D. Coaxial cable
_______3. What Ethernet cable is used to connect the same devices directly?
A. Cross- over
B. Straight-through
C. Both A and B
D. None of the options
_______4. Which of the following types of copper cabling that is used for telephone communications and most
Ethernet networks?
A. Twisted pair
B. Coaxial cable
C. Optical fiber
D. Fiber optics

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_______5. The following are the tools and materials used for creating Ethernet network splicing except.
A. RJ45
B. LAN tester
C. Crimping tool
D. Cat 5 cable
_______6. What Ethernet cable is used to connect different devices directly?
A. Cross- over
B. Straight-through
C. Both A and B
D. None of the options
_______7. The following are true statements about network cables except.
A. Cables were the only medium used to connect devices on networks
B. Twisted-pair cables use copper to transmit data.
C. Coaxial cables use glass to transmit data.
D. Fiber-optic cables use plastic to transmit data.
_______8. Which of the following is the correct order of color coding in Ethernet cable T568A?
A. White-orange, orange, white-green, blue, white-blue, green, white-brown, brown
B. White-green, green, white-orange, blue, white-blue, orange, white-brown, brown
C. White-orange, green, white-green, blue, white-blue, orange, white-brown, brown
D. White-green, orange, white-orange, blue, white-blue, green, white-brown, brown
_______9. What connector is used for copper cable splicing Cat 5e?
A. RG-59 C. RJ-45
B. RG-6 D. RJ-43
_______10. Cable copper splicing is not an easy task, which of the following is the best thing to consider first
before creating it?
A. Make sure that the tools you are using are in good working condition
B. Watch what you are doing, and take your time
C. Have a prior knowledge on the task
D. Call for assistance for tasks

Computer network works a lot in our present days. You will notice that the internet is important to make
a certain task easy. One area can be connected to another area even if it is too far. You can share information
abroad, send video and audio presentations. These all came true because of the term networking, where cable
plays a vital part.
In line with this, the TIA (Telecommunications Industry Association) and the EIA (Electronic Industries
Association) developed methods and standardization for a uniform wiring system that would support multi vendor
products and environments.
In addition, you will learn more on copper cables that are commonly used at home, school, and mostly
in a computer shop.
Another thing that you will learn is the copper cable splicing, which brings you challenges in creating it.
Prior knowledge is important in copper cable splicing. Color coding will take into consideration if it is straight-
through or crossover. You may ask assistance from someone who knows a lot about it. Safety precautions are
encouraged to follow, and the use of appropriate personal protective equipment that may make you feel
comfortable and safe. You may watch audio-video presentations on some platform like YouTube.
I think you are ready to know more of the above mentioned lessons. Keep on reading and have time to
think about it especially Enjoy learning.

Topic 1: Network Cables with Its Types and Functions

Cables are the only medium that is used to connect devices on networks in which they are different in
terms of bandwidth, cost, and size. Nowadays, a cable made of copper is more usable and available.

The following are the different kinds of cable:

1. Twisted pair
This is made of copper and used on data and communication. There are two common kinds of cable,
these are shielded and unshielded. Shielded twisted pair (STP) was originally developed by IBM to support their
system architecture. It provides better electromagnetic interference (EMI) protection and has a higher potential

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bandwidth up to 600MHz. Unshielded twisted pair (UTP) is cable that has more than four pairs of wires. This is
the most commonly used cabling in networks and has a range of 328 feet (100 m).

Twisted pair cable

The following are the common category rating of UTP cable:

a. Cat 3 - wiring used for telephone systems and Ethernet LAN at 10 Megabyte per second (Mbps).
b. Cat 5 and 5e - with a transmission rate of 100 Mbps and the most commonly used in a network.
c. Cat 6 - use a plastic divider to separate the pairs of wires, which prevents interference.

2. Coaxial
A copper-cored cable surrounded by a heavy shielding that is used to connect the computers to the rest
of the network.

Types of coaxial cable

a. Thicknet (10BASE5) is a coaxial cable used in networks operating at 10 Mbps,

with a maximum length of 500 meters.
b. Thinnet (10BASE2) is a coaxial cable used in networks operating at 10 Mbps,
with a maximum length of 185 meters.
c. RG-59 is most commonly used for cable television in the U.S.
d. RG-6 is higher-quality cable than RG-59, with more bandwidth and less
susceptibility to interference.

3. Fiber-optic
This is made of a glass or plastic conductor that transmits information using
light that has one or more optical fibers enclosed in a sheath or jacket. This cable
is affected by electromagnetic (EM) and radio frequency interference (RF).

Topic 2: Color Coding for Copper Cable-Twisted Pair

Basically, the color coding is based on the four-pair cable and has 8 conductors of unshielded cable.
Four of these conductors are colored green, orange, blue, and brown. These conductors are being called the
“ring”. The rest of the conductors are shaded with white, that is called the “tip”. Each tip conductor is mated with
a ring conductor and twisted together to form a pair. This color code is connected on the 8 pins of of RJ45 from
left to right (numbers 1 to 8) in which the clip is pointed away from you.
Below is the standard color coding with its
corresponding number.
1. White-green 1. White-orange
2. Green 2. Orange
3. White-orange 3. White-green
RJ45 RJ45 4. Blue
4. Blue
5. White-blue 5. White-blue
6. Orange 6. Green
7. White-brown 7. White-brown
8. Brown 8. Brown

Topic 3: Procedures in Copper Cable Splicing based

on EIA/TIA Standard
Copper cable splicing deals with the connection of the cable to the device in a network. There are two
basic types of Ethernet cabling. First; we have the straight-through which connects different devices and a
combination of two T568A on both ends of the cable. An example of this is the connection of a: desktop
computer to a router. Second, we have the cross-over which connects the same devices in the network and a
combination of T568A-one end and T568B on the other end of the cable. An example of this is the connection
of a desktop computer to a laptop.

Remember: Always observe safety precautions while cable splicing. Ask assistance from the person who is
capable enough. You may watch video presentations like on YouTube. Also, use the appropriate tools (crimping

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tool and cable stripper) and materials (Ethernet cable Cat 5 or 5e and RJ45). You may also use a LAN tester for
testing the finished copper cable splicing.

The following are the steps in copper cable splicing:

1. Cut into the plastic sheath 1 inch from the end of the cut cable. You may use
crimping tool because it has a razor blade.
2. Unwind and pair the similar colors. Follow the standard color coding based
On the previous lesson.
3. Pinch the wires between your fingers and straighten them out as shown. The
color order is important to do this correctly.
4. Use the razor blade of the crimping tool to make a straight cut across the
wires 1/2 inch from the cut sleeve to the end of the wires.
5. Push the wires into the connector. Each wire is connected on the edge of
the 8 pins of RJ45 from left to right in which the clip is pointed away from you.
6. Take view from the top. Make sure the wires are all the way in. There should be no short wires.
7. Crimp the cable carefully by placing the connector on the 8 pins holder of the crimping tool then grip it tightly.
Remember: The copper splicing tabs on the connector will pierce into each of the eight wires. There is also a
locking tab that holds the cover of the cable in place for a tight compression fit. When you remove the cable from
the crimping tool, that end is ready to use.
8. Test the cable using a LAN tester.
Trivia: If LAN tester is not available, you may use a router. Connect the cable connectors on any ports of the
router. If there are light indicators on the desired ports, it means the copper cabling is functional and can be used
to install in a network. This is because pin 1, 2, 3 and 6 are only necessary for networking, others are just a
support.

Maybe you are done now with the lesson. The following activities will help you enrich your learning:

Activity 1.1: Crossword puzzle

Objective: Identify Network cables with its type and functions
Materials: Paper and pen
Directions: Complete the Crossword puzzle about the network cables that are being described, write your
answer inside the given box. Use capital letters only.

Activity 1.2: A ladder of truth!

Objective: Identify the procedure in copper cable splicing.
Materials: Paper and pen
Directions: List down the procedures of copper cable splicing inside the ladder below.

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Activity 1.3: Number color!
Objective: Identify the color coding for copper cable-twisted pair
Materials: Paper and pen
Directions: Write the color coding being asked on the corresponding number of twisted-pair cable connectors,
write your answer inside the provide textbox

1. ____________________________
2. ____________________________
4. ____________________________
6. ____________________________
8. ____________________________

1. ____________________________
3. ____________________________
5. ____________________________
7. ____________________________
8. ____________________________

TIA (Telecommunications Industry Association) and the EIA (Electronic Industries Association) develop
methods for cabling buildings, with the intent of developing a uniform wiring system that would support multi
vendor products and environments.
Twisted pair is a type of copper cabling that is used for telephone communications and most Ethernet networks.
Unshielded twisted pair (UTP) is the cable that has two or four pairs of wires and the most commonly used
cabling in networks.
Shielded twisted pair (STP) has a pair of wire that is wrapped in metallic foil to better shield from noise.
UTP - Category 3 is the wiring used for telephone systems and Ethernet LAN at 10 Megabyte per second
(Mbps).
UTP - Category 5 and Category 5e have four pairs of wires with a transmission rate of 100 Mbps.
UTP - Category 6 cables use a plastic divider to separate the pairs of wires, which prevents interference.
Coaxial cable is a copper-cored cable surrounded by a heavy shielding.
Thicknet (10BASE5) is a coaxial cable used in networks operating at 10 Mbps, with a maximum length of 500
meters.
Thinnet (10BASE2) is a coaxial cable used in networks operating at 10 Mbps, with a maximum length of 185
meters.
RG-59 is most commonly used for cable television in the U.S.

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RG-6 is higher-quality cable than RG-59, with more bandwidth and less susceptibility to interference.
Fiber-optic cable has one or more optical fibers enclosed in a sheath or jacket and made of glass or plastic.
Straight-through Ethernet cable is used in local area networks to connect a PC to a network hub and router.
Cross-over cable is used to connect two network devices directly, without the need for a router in the middle.

T568-A Color coding T568-B Color coding

1. White-orange 5. White-blue 1. White-green 5. White-blue
2. Orange 6. Green 2. Green 6. Orange
3. White-green 7. White-brown 3. White-orange 7. White-brown
4. Blue 8. Brown 4. Blue 8. Brown

Critical thinking questions

1. What happens to a person who would not follow the safety precautions in copper cable splicing?
___________________________________________________________________________
2. Knowing the different network cables is important because …
___________________________________________________________________________
3. What are the things to consider in copper cable splicing?
___________________________________________________________________________
4. Color coding of twisted-pair copper cable will help you to …
___________________________________________________________________________
5. Among the procedures of copper cable splicing, what is hard to do? Why?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer and write it on the space provided before each number.

_______1. Peter wants to have a cable on his television, which of the following is the best network cable to be
used?
A. Fiber optics
B. Twisted pair
C. Optical fiber
D. Coaxial cable
_______2. If UTP-Category 5 has a transmission rate of 100 Mbps, How about UTP-Category 3?
A. 5 Mbps C. 15 Mbps
B. 10 Mbps D. 20 Mbps
_______3. Which of the following tools and materials is unnecessary for creating Ethernet network splicing?
A. RJ45 C. Crimping tool
B. LAN tester D. Cat 5 cable
_______4. Mr. Juan wants to connect his computer to a router in a network, what Ethernet cable should be
used?
A. Straight-through C. Both A and B
B. Cross-over D. None of the options
_______5. Which of the following Ethernet cables is used to connect laptop to desktop in a network?
A. Straight-through
B. Cross-over
C. Both A and B
D. None of the options
_______6. This material is used as a connector for twisted-pair cable.
A. RG-59 C. RJ-43
B. RG-6 D. RJ-45
_______7. The following are true statements about network cables except.
A. Fiber-optic cables use plastic to transmit data
B. Twisted-pair cables use copper to transmit data
C. Coaxial cables use glass to transmit data

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 D. Cables were the only medium used to connect devices on networks
_______8. Cable copper splicing is not an easy task, which of the following is the best thing to consider first
before creating it?
A. Call for assistance for tasks
B. Watch what you are doing, and take your time
C. Have a prior knowledge on the task
D. Make sure that the tools you are using are in good working condition
_______9. Which of the following is the correct order of color coding in Ethernet cable T568B?
A. White-orange, orange, white-green, blue, white-blue, green, white-brown, brown
B. White-green, green, white-orange, blue, white-blue, orange, white-brown, brown
C. White-orange, green, white-green, blue, white-blue, orange, white-brown, brown
D. White-green, orange, white-orange, blue, white-blue, green, white-brown, brown
_______10. This is the most commonly used network cable that can be found at home, school, and computer
shop.
A. Coaxial cable
B. Twisted-pair
C. Optical fiber
D. Fiber optics

Name: ______________________________________ Grade and Section: __________

TWIST THEM THROUGH! REFLECTIVE LEARNING SHEET

Directions: Write a reflective learning on performing copper cable splicing based on Electronic Industries
Alliance / Telecommunications Industry Association standards (EIA/TIA) by answering the questions inside the
rounded rectangle. Express your answer creatively and honestly and write your answer inside the text box
provided below.

References
https://www.linktionary.com/t/tia_cabling.html
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TIA/EIA-568
http://wolandblog.com/upload/Cabling_The_Complete_Guide_to_Network_Wiring.pdf
K-12 Module in TLE-ICT CHS Grade 10 pp. 97-106
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