Systems Tech Class D License

Systems Technician
Class "D" License
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Objective: To provide the student a broad foundation in the electronic surveillance industry and provide the 300 hour approved education prerequisite to sit for the Massachusetts Systems Technician Class "D" License Exam.

Description: This course will allow system technician apprentices to complete the 300 hours of approved education required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Board of Electricians in order to be eligible to sit for the license examination. It is comprised of 3 major sections; Closed Circuit Television, Access Control Systems, and Preparation for the Class "D" License Exam.

Closed Circuit Television:

Codes & regulations on installation & placement
Manufacturers requirements & differences
Installation & wiring methods
Color vs Black & White systems
Covert surveillance systems
IP systems vs local systems
DVR recorders vs VHS recorders
Lens selection
Camera selection per application
Placement for best reception
How to activate once alarm has been activated
Hands on actual equipment
Computer programming systems
Calcualting power supply requirements
Fiber Optic systems vs Copper wiring

Access Control Systems:

Codes & regulations on installation & placement
Interfacing to other equipment
Different types of card readers
Different types of door release units
Request to exit alternatives
Hands on actual equipment
Computer programming systems
Installation of door strikes and differences
Calculating power supply requirements
ID badges
Limiting access to areas
Keypad styles and uses
Programmable locks

Second Class Engineers Class "D" License Preparation:

Jobsite and Electrical Safety
Introduction to the National Electrical Code and Process
DC/Alarm Theory – Basic Math – Wiring Method
Electrical Bonding and Grounding
Low Voltage Systems and Controls
Fire Warning and Security Systems Designs
Testing of Fire Alarm Systems
Inspection Requirements
Fiber, Data, Communication Wiring and Systems
National Electrical Code Application and DC Theory
Massachusetts Laws and Regulations pertaining to Electrical Wiring
Massachusetts Electrical Code and Amendments
General Review of All Subjects