CCTV Installation Course

Hi-Tech Training Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) Installation Course is designed to give participants a practical knowledge of the operation and installation of CCTV systems at a foundation level.

Next course commences on Saturday 5th October at 10.00am and takes place from 10.00am – 5.00pm every Saturday for the duration of the 4-week Course.

A payment of £65 secures your place on your chosen course. The balance of the course fees of £600 can be paid shortly before course commencement.

The course will be delivered through blended training consisting of 3 online virtual classroom sessions. The final sessions will involve the additional practical work for the course as well as the written examination and practical assessments which will take place at our training centre at 43 North Great Georges Street, Dublin 1. (final session online for learners outside ROI).

During the virtual classroom sessions, Trainees will have a live video feed with their instructor talking to them, doing practical live demonstrations on equipment being involved actively in the learning.

We will send out a practical kit so that trainees can complete assignments and practical work at home. The kit is the property of Hi-Tech Training and will be returned to Hi-Tech Training on the last day of the course.

(The kits may also be purchased by the learner….see the Kits Page Link for more details).

The kit consists of multimeter, DVR (Digital Video Recorder), Monitor, Cameras, BNC connectors, Coax and security cable, battery, resistors, baluns, cutters, screwdriver, Lens Calculator, Power Supply Units, etc. Trainees will build various projects as part of the course.

The kit forms an integral part of the course, so full course fees need to be paid at least 7 days prior to course commencement to allow time to ship the kit in time for the course.

* If attending the course from outside of Ireland the course practical training kit must be purchased via our online shop in time for delivery before course commencement. The equipment will then remain the property of the trainee.

In preparation for each course, we have a quick informal free 1 hr online meeting approx. 7 days prior to course commencement, to make sure that trainees get connected through Zoom properly, let them know what the virtual classroom will be like and go through any questions they may have. To join the virtual sessions, you will need a PC/Laptop or Tablet with an internet connection. Joining instructions (login IDs, etc.) will be sent before the Informal Induction session.

• Understand the fundamental elements that make up a CCTV System.
• Set up a Camera
• Set up a Monitor
• Set up Switches
• Set up Quads
• Set up Multiplexers
• Set up recording devices
• Connect up and test system elements
• Be aware of the issues associated with lighting and scene illumination
• Adjust the Back Focus of a lens to prevent picture going out of focus from day to night.
• Be aware of the significance of the “Operational Requirement” and the EN50132 test protocols
• Be aware of the relevant standards and issues
• Use a lens calculator to choose the correct lens for a particular application
• Have an awareness of the changing technology and it’s impact on the industry

• CCTV Systems:– Introduction and uses.
• Elements of a basic CCTV system:- Camera, monitor and digital recorder.
• Camera types and uses:- Fixed and movable, indoor and outdoor, monochrome and colour, day and night.
• Camera specifications:- Sensitivity, signal to noise ratio and resolution.
• Back Focus Adjustment.
• Lens types:- Fixed and variable focal length, manual and motorised zoom.
• Use of lens calculator.
• Scene illumination:- Lighting considerations, LED’s, infrared lamp maintenance and bulb life.
• Switches, Quads, Multiplexers and control systems: – Types and applications.
• Monitors and Multiple screen displays.
• Recording the footage:- Analogue and Digital video recorders.
• Time-lapse recording. Reviewing video footage.
• Cables and connectors: – Types, uses, limitations, preparation and testing.
• Introduction to Digital CCTV and IP technology.
• Connection to other security systems.
• Use of test equipment including – Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, Light Meters, Pattern Generators and Cable Length Meters.
• Relevant standards, issues and the “Operational Requirement”.
• The Analogue or Digital option? Changing technology and keeping updated.

• On completion of the CCTV Installation Course, having been successful in TWO examinations (one written, one practical) the participant will receive a Hi-Tech Training Certificate.
• This course can be used as one of the elements leading to CCTV & Lighting FETAC/QQI Level 5 Component Award – 5N1771

Note: - To achieve a QQI Qualification a Valid Irish PPSN or UK National Insurance Number is required