Access Control Installation Course

This practically based Access Control course is designed to give participants a practical knowledge of the operation and installation of Access Control Systems at a foundation level. Each module of the training program is backed-up by practical exercises, demonstrations and course materials. These training methods give the participant a greater grasp of the practical aspects of the industry and provides them with the “Hands-On” experience and confidence which are so essential for success.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the fundamental elements that make up an Access Control System.

• Fit the principal components of a stand-alone system and networked systems.

• Connect and programme a card, keypad and proximity stand alone system.

• Effectively connect up, test and fault-find system elements.

• Be aware of the issues associated with Access Control Systems.

• Have an awareness of the changing technology and it’s impact on the industry

Access Control Course Content

• Access Control Systems: – Introduction, principles, uses and applications.

• Elements of basic and advanced, insecure and secure Access systems.

• Stages of Access Control: – Identification, Decision, Action.

• Control Components: – Reader, Keypad, Receiver, Lock.

• Terms: – magnetic strip, proximity, biometrics, card-free access, readers and tokens.

• Potential weakness and vulnerability of poor system design.

• Standalone, Networked and Computer based systems.

• Locks: – Mechanical and electromechanical, mortise and rim release units.

• Use of timers and timed zones within access control systems.

• Storing information gathered by an access control system.

• Cables: – Types, uses, and applications, Power Supply Units.

• Fault-finding techniques. Relevant standards and issues, Changing technology and keeping updated