Minimum Wiring Standards
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Purpose
To provide consistent guidelines to insure that new or upgraded buildings (telecommunications) wiring will meet the electronic information needs of the University (both short and long term) in the most cost-effective manner.
Scope
This policy applies to all University staff, faculty, administrators, officers and students (collectively, "users"), including those on the regional campuses and Extended Learning sites.
Policy
All new installations and upgrades of building telecommunications wiring for the transport of voice, data, video, imaging information, etc. must meet or exceed the Minimum Wiring Requirement specifications as listed below.
Objectives
- To provide a minimum telecommunications wiring standard for new buildings and renovations with a view towards future expansion and adequate service.
- To facilitate ease of expansion and upgrading of present services.
- To provide for realistic cost considerations.
- To provide a consistent wiring plan that can be implemented in such a way as to maximize telecommunications services while minimizing cost and initial design effort.
Policy Last Updated: August 20, 2006
Updated November 13, 2007