CCTV, Digital Video Surveillance Training

Course Name

CCTV, Digital Video Surveillance Training

Contact Hours: 25 (an estimated time frame devoted to a course of study from start to finish that can vary from student to student)

Course Description

You will get a complete and comprehensive understanding a CCTV system. You will learn the key CCTV concepts and the basics of all the components used in a CCTV system including IP, HD and HD Co-ax systems. You will learn the latest technologies used in a CCTV system like understanding bandwidth/resolution, video analytics, high definition, video compression, lighting and the latest products like megapixel cameras, video management systems and storage systems. You will understand the principle, types, features, how to choose, install and trouble shoot for each CCTV component like cameras, lenses, video management system (VMS), transmission systems, monitors, CCTV accessories and recording systems. You will get a step-by-step understanding of the CCTV installation process including mounting of equipment, cabling, testing & commissioning and maintenance.

Please note: Course of study may be completed earlier than indicated.

Outcome

You will learn the latest technologies used in a CCTV system like understanding bandwidth/resolution, video analytics, high definition, video compression, lighting and the latest products like megapixel cameras, video management systems and storage systems.

Assessment

This is a self-directed course of study. Program contains a pre-test, multiple quizzes, and a post test. The test scores are tracked online.

Outline

CCTV + Digital Video

CCTV Concepts

• CCTV and its components
• Principle of picture formation – interlace and progressive
• Lightning and camera response
• Understanding resolution and bandwidth
• Different video compression techniques
• Video Analytics and its applications
• Understanding High Definition including 4K
• CCTV Basics

• Types of video cameras
• Important camera features like sensitivity, resolution, WDR etc.
• CMOS chips
• Adjustments, precautions and trouble shooting
• Choosing cameras

• Construction of lenses
• Types of lenses including megapixel lenses
• Features of lenses including focal length, F Stop, depth of field etc.
• Different lens sizes and formats
• Adjustments, precautions and trouble shooting
• Choosing lenses

• Types, features and applications of Pan Tilt Heads
• Type and features of housings
• Infrared Illuminators
• Choosing of CCTV Accessories
• Adjustments, precautions and trouble shooting

• Video transmission like Co-ax, twisted pair, fiber optics, microwave, RF etc.
• Different methods for transmission of control signal
• Power transmission systems
• Adjustments, precautions and trouble shooting

• Principles and features of different types of switchers
• Multiplexers, quads, & matrix switchers
• Digital Switching

Books

All training is delivered online; no additional purchase required.