BICSI's ICT Terminology Handbook
(Version 1.0)
Administration - correct answer-The method for labeling, documentation, and usage
needed to implement moves, additions, and changes of the telecommunications
infrastructure.
Alien Crosstalk - correct answer-A measure of the unwanted signal coupling
between adjacent cabling or components.
All-Thread-Rod - correct answer-A straight section of round rod stock that has
threads installed over its entire length. Also known as a threaded rod. American wire
gauge:
Anchor - correct answer-1. A fastening device.
2. In an outside plant environment, a device made up of a single plate or series of
flate plates and combined with a rod having a connecting eye.
Architectural Structure - correct answer-Walls, floors, floor/ceilings, and roof/ceilings
that are load bearing.
As-built - correct answer-The documentation of measurements, locations, and
quantities of material work performed. May be in the form of marked up documents
or other work order forms.
Attenuation - correct answer-The decrease in magnitude of transmission signal
strength between point, expressed as the ratio of output to input. Measured in
decibels (dB), usually at a specific frequency for copper or wavelength for optical
fiber, the signal strength may be power or voltage.
Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) - correct answer-The entities responsible for
interpretation and enforcement of local building and electrical codes.
Backboard - correct answer-A panel (e.g., wood, metal) used for mounting
connecting hardware and equipment.
Backbone - correct answer-1. A facility (e.g., pathway cable, conductors) between
any of the following spaces: telecommunications rooms, telecommunications
enclosures, common telecommunications rooms, floor-serving terminals, entrance
facilities, equipment rooms, and common equipment rooms.
(Version 1.0)
Administration - correct answer-The method for labeling, documentation, and usage
needed to implement moves, additions, and changes of the telecommunications
infrastructure.
Alien Crosstalk - correct answer-A measure of the unwanted signal coupling
between adjacent cabling or components.
All-Thread-Rod - correct answer-A straight section of round rod stock that has
threads installed over its entire length. Also known as a threaded rod. American wire
gauge:
Anchor - correct answer-1. A fastening device.
2. In an outside plant environment, a device made up of a single plate or series of
flate plates and combined with a rod having a connecting eye.
Architectural Structure - correct answer-Walls, floors, floor/ceilings, and roof/ceilings
that are load bearing.
As-built - correct answer-The documentation of measurements, locations, and
quantities of material work performed. May be in the form of marked up documents
or other work order forms.
Attenuation - correct answer-The decrease in magnitude of transmission signal
strength between point, expressed as the ratio of output to input. Measured in
decibels (dB), usually at a specific frequency for copper or wavelength for optical
fiber, the signal strength may be power or voltage.
Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) - correct answer-The entities responsible for
interpretation and enforcement of local building and electrical codes.
Backboard - correct answer-A panel (e.g., wood, metal) used for mounting
connecting hardware and equipment.
Backbone - correct answer-1. A facility (e.g., pathway cable, conductors) between
any of the following spaces: telecommunications rooms, telecommunications
enclosures, common telecommunications rooms, floor-serving terminals, entrance
facilities, equipment rooms, and common equipment rooms.
