Registered Communications Distribution Designer

BICSI’S TECHNICAL PUBLICATIONS
The Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD)
designation is based upon BICSI’s Telecommunications
Distribution Methods Manual (10th Edition, 2003).
The tenth edition TDMM takes you from the design through
construction, installation, and maintenance of cabling infrastructure
in commercial and multi-dwelling residential buildings.
This edition of the TDMM is bigger and better than ever!
• Ultimate resource in telecommunications distribution design
• Internationally accepted industry guideline
• Researched and written by telecommunications experts
• Standards based, vendor neutral
• Latest codes and standards
• Newest techniques and methodologies
Who Should Purchase These Publications?
BICSI Publications are invaluable resources for; designers,
consultants, engineers, end users, students taking BICSI
telecommunications distribution design courses, and RCDD/
Specialty exam candidates.
BICSI Members receive a substantial discount on the purchase
price of all BICSI publications.
Why Hire an RCDD®?
Call the BICSI office for further information.
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WHAT IS AN RCDD?
Registered Communications Distribution Designer
(RCDD®) is a designation for individuals who demonstrate
expertise in the design, integration and implementation
of telecommunications (voice, data, video, audio and
other low voltage control) transport systems and
their related infrastructure components. An RCDD is
responsible for the detailed design of new systems and/
or the integration of a design into an existing system.
RCDD is a designation globally recognised within the
telecommunications industry.
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Active RCDDs have continuous access to the latest
information in the telecommunications design industry.
Changes, updates and revisions in telecommunications
industry standards are known to render programs, projects
and objectives obsolete. Armed with this knowledge, your
RCDD can minimise these impacts.
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BICSI’s RCDD program is the standard
of the industry.
Based on BICSI’s Telecommunications Distribution
Methods Manual, the RCDD designation was established
by telecommunications professionals to document and
standardise the base of knowledge an individual needs
to be a telecommunications designer. This designation
has become the standard measurement used to identify
design experts.
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RCDDs have demonstrated a wide range
of knowledge.
Every RCDD professional has successfully completed
and passed an extensive exam on the fundamentals of
telecommunications distribution design.
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RCDDs are often required.
You may want to apply for the professional RCDD designation
if you have a minimum of two years experience in the design of
telecommunications infrastructure and are one of the following:
• Telecommunications designer, consultant, project manager, or
systems integrator (from either the regulated or deregulated
sectors of the telecommunications industry),
BICSI conferences are attended by people all over the
world. Rapidly changing technology, new products and
the effects of critical issues and challenges constitute the
primary focus of BICSI conferences.
• Professional Engineer (PE) actively involved in designing and
specifying telecommunications and/or data communications
systems,
RCDDs have ready access to
telecommunications resources.
Through membership in the BICSI, RCDDs have the
capability of accessing nearly 20,000 telecommunications
professionals in all facets of the industry.
• Telecommunications or data specialist working within a
corporation or design firm (such as architectural, engineering or
communications) or,
• Someone who provides direct design support for a
telecommunications/data communications company with a
design/systems integration staff.
The RCDD designation is recognised globally within the
telecommunications industry and can aid in your career
development, enhance your professional status and expand your
opportunities. For more information, contact BICSI.
RCDDs have been tested from a
The RCDD designation is recognised and mandated by
many private and state organisations. Many projects today
require that bids be submitted by an RCDD.
generic viewpoint. They are not
RCDDs exemplify professional conduct
and integrity.
inhibited by specific product criteria.
Professional conduct and integrity of work completed mark
the RCDD expert. A relationship of trust and honour is
established with you and your RCDD.
They exhibit innovation, advanced
RCDDs must complete a structured
program of continuing education.
techniques and long-term thinking.
RCDD registration renewal is required every three years.
A continuing education agenda requires all active RCDDs to
participate as a prerequisite to understanding and meeting
all current renewal specifications.
Should I apply for the RCDD Designation?
BICSI conferences enrich the knowledge
and capabilities of the RCDD.
RCDDs are tested from a generic
perspective, giving them flexibility.
RCDDs have been tested from a generic viewpoint. They
are not inhibited by specific product criteria. They exhibit
innovation, advanced techniques and long-term thinking.
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BICSI provides a wide range of training
courses.
Professional training for telecommunications professionals
is the objective of BICSI’s courses. Every accredited, active
RCDD has direct access to more than 100 training courses
and seminars, including: Distribution Design, Wireless
Networks, Fibre Optic Design, Grounding and Protection,
Project Management and more.
10 REASONS TO HIRE AN RCDD
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RCDDs have access to a steady flow
of professional, technical and industry
information.
What is BICSI?
BICSI was founded in 1974 to serve and support telephone
company building industry consultants (BICs) responsible for
the design and distribution of telecommunications wiring in
commercial and multi-family buildings. BICSI is a not-for-profit
association assisting telecommunications professionals with
their careers by providing training, certification, conferences and
publications in the design and installation of voice, data and video
technologies.
BICSI is an international not-for-profit association with over 25,000
professionals in 110 countries around the world. The organisation’s
scope has also broadened beyond wiring buildings to include data
networks and applications.
In terms of membership, BICSI has also expanded beyond cabling
professionals to include consultants, architects and professionals
involved in voice, data, video, audio and low-voltage control
transport systems in commercial buildings.