The Optical Network Department is the Optical and transmission network expert organistation within NUNOC. The main department objectives are listed below:

• Design, build and implement transmission network topologies

• Responsible for design, configuration, provisioning and implementation of transmission services

• Investigate and correct non procedural transmission problems

• Maintain the transmission network at a carrier grade quality state

• Represent NORDUnet and the NORDIC REN's externally in transmission related matters

• Analyze transmission network performance and take corrective measures to secure best possible network utilization

• Cooperate with vendors within problems solution

• Influence the technical roadmaps of equipment vendors based on requirements from OND

• Participate in transmission network research and development activities

• Continuously push the development and design of next generation networks and services

• Be a knowledge base and sparring partner for the NREN community

• Provide basic and advanced training education in transmission related matters

• Conduct project management in relation to transmission related project

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