CURRICULUM FOR
(3-Months)
Close Circuit TV (CCTV) Technician
Close Circuit TV (CCTV) Technician Course (3-Month Course)
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
Security comes second in Maslows hierarchy of need indicating how basic and
critical is its role in our very existence. Infact and unless it is assured no nation or
individual can move up the ladder of our needs. Apparently it has become quite
an issue everywhere in the world. CCTV is one of the surveillance technologies
that have emerged as preferred methods of preemptive counter measures in
public and private spaces. This course is designed to give participants a practical
knowledge of the operation and installation of CCTV Systems at foundation level.
CURRICULUM SALIENTS:
Name of the course
Close Circuit TV (CCTV) Technician
Entry Level
Matric
Duration of Course
3  Months
400 Hrs.
40 hours per week
Training Methodology
Practical
Theory
Medium of Instruction
Urdu / English
90%
10%
Close Circuit TV (CCTV) Technician Course (3-Month Course)
KNOWLEDGE PROFICIENCY DETAILS
On successful completion of the course, the trainee should be able to: 1.
Explain the key concepts used in CCTV and digital video like lighting,
picture formation, bandwidth calculation, Camera synchronization etc.
2.
Explain the latest technologies used in CCTV like video analytics,
understanding HD, latest video compression techniques and products like
mega pixel Cameras.
3.
Explain the principle, types, features, how to choose, install and trouble
shoot for each CCTV component like Cameras, Lenses, Transmission
Systems, Monitors, CCTV accessories and recording systems.
4.
The trainees will get a step by step understanding of the CCTV installation
process including mounting of equipment, cabling, testing &
commissioning and maintenance.
5.
Explain the CCTV system designing process including CCTV Survey and
various CCTV applications.
Close Circuit TV (CCTV) Technician Course (3-Month Course)
SKILL PROFICIENCY DETAILS
On successful completion of this course, the trainee should be able to:1.
Understand the fundamental elements that make up a CCTV System
2.
Setup a Camera
3.
Setup a Monitor
4.
Setup recording devices
5.
Connect up and test system elements
6.
Deal with the issues associated with lighting
7.
Adjust the back focus of a lens to prevent picture going out of focus from
day to night
8.
Possess knowledge of the relevant standards and issues
9.
Use a lens calculator to choose correct lens for particular application
10.
Use CCTV AutoCAD
11.
Have an awareness of the changing technology and its impact on the
industry
Close Circuit TV (CCTV) Technician Course (3-Month Course)
SCHEME OF STUDIES
Close Circuit TV (CCTV) Technician
3-Months
Sr.
No.
Main Topics
Theory Practical
Hours
Hours
Total
Hours
1.
CCTV Introduction & CCTV System Design
15
40
55
2.
BNC and Power Connectors
30
35
3.
Camera Selection
10
30
40
4.
Lens Selection & Installation of Cameras
30
35
5.
Monitor Selection & CCTV Accessories
25
25
6.
Switcher Selection
25
25
7.
DVRs Selection & Installation
30
30
8.
Sensor Type Selection
30
30
9.
Network Camera System Introduction
30
30
10.
Video Signal Transmission
36
41
11.
CCTV Drawing Symbol & Cable Types
18
18
12.
Mounting of Camera, Adapter Types,
Assembling HD with DVR
36
36
Total
40
360
400
Close Circuit TV (CCTV) Technician Course (3-Month Course)
DETAIL OF COURSE CONTENTS
Close Circuit TV (CCTV) Technician
(3  Months Course)
Sr.
Detail of Topics
No.
1. CCTV Introduction & CCTV System Design
2.
3.
4.
5.
Definition
Abbreviation
Security System
CCTV System
How Television Work
Television System
Theory
Hours
Practical
Hours
15
40
30
10
30
30
25
BNC and Power Connectors
Definition
BNC Cables
DC Pin
Camera Selection
Types of Cam
Camera Performance
Camera Function
Synchronization
Lens Selection & Installation of Cameras
Types of Lenses
Auto Iris Lens
Lens Mount
Angle of View Settings
Bloc Diagram Lenses
Monitor Selection & CCTV Accessories
Monitors and LCDs
Close Circuit TV (CCTV) Technician Course (3-Month Course)
6.
7.
8.
9.
Reduce Image on Monitor
Monitor Installation
CCTV Tester
Test
Switcher Selection
Sequential Switcher
Multi-Viewer
Matrix Switcher
Multiplexing
25
30
30
30
36
DVRs Selection & Installation
Types of DVRs
Other Recording Devices (VCR etc.)
Location for installing DVR
Installation
Sensor Type Selection
Infrared Sensor
Passive Sensor
Motion Detector
Working of Sensor
Function of Infra-Red and Method of
Replacing Infra-Red
Network Camera System Introduction
Remote Controlled Surveillance
Network Camera System
What is IP
Punching
Types of Fiber
Test
10. Video Signal Transmission
Close Circuit TV (CCTV) Technician Course (3-Month Course)
Introduction
Control Signal Circuit
Block Diagram of System
Transmission Methods
Transmission Modes
11. CCTV Drawing Symbol & Cable Types
Symbols
Types of Cables
Transmission in Coaxial and Twisted Pair
Cable
RJ 7 Cable
RJ 7 Power Cable
CCTV Cable
18
36
40
360
12. Mounting of Camera, Adapter Types, Assembling
HD with DVR
Supply/Adapter (3 AMP)
Supply/Adapter (5 AMP)
Supply/Adapter (1 AMP)
Assembling HD (160 GB and above
Connections with DVR)
Stands, Water Proof Box
Test
Total
Close Circuit TV (CCTV) Technician Course (3-Month Course)
LIST OF TOOLS / MACHINERY & EQUIPMENTS
(For a Class of 25 Students)
Name of Course
Close Circuit TV (CCTV) Technician
Duration of Course
3  Months
Sr.
No.
Name of Items
Quantity
LCD
02
DVR
02
CAM
04
Supply/Adapter (3 AMP)
02
Supply/Adapter (1 AMP)
04
Supply/Adapter (5 AMP)
01
CCTV Cable
1 Role
RJ 7 Cable
1 Role
RJ 7 Power Cable
1 Role
Stand (Depend on Location)
01
Water Proof Box (For Outdoor)
01
BNC Cables
08
DC Pin
08
CCTV Tester
01
HD
01
Close Circuit TV (CCTV) Technician Course (3-Month Course)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION OF INSTRUCTOR
.
B.Sc Engineering in Electronics/Electrical with 2 years relevant experience.
OR
DAE in Electronics/Electricity Technology with 4 year experience in the relevant
field
OR
Two years certificate of Electronics Application (G-II Level) with 5 years
experience in relevant field.
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Close Circuit TV (CCTV) Technician Course (3-Month Course)
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EMPLOYABILITY OF PASSOUTS
The pass outs of this course may find job/ employment opportunities in the
following areas:Telecom companies like PTCL, NTC, HUAWEI, World Call Telecom,
SIEMENS
 Security surveillance companies like Motorolla, NOKIA, Sachal Telecom
 Establish own security surveillance provider set-ups on small scale
initially.
In present situation faced by the country there is very large open space available
in this field for exploring opportunities.
Close Circuit TV (CCTV) Technician Course (3-Month Course)
REFERENCE BOOKS
Closed Circuit Television
Author: Joe Ciesz Ynski
Publisher: Newnes
CCTV for Security Professionals
Author: Alan Matchett.
Publisher: Butterworth Heinemann (Elsevier)
CCTV Surveillance Video Practical and Technology
Author: Henman Krvegle
Publisher: Butterworth Heinemann (Elsevier)
The Principals and Practice of CCTV
Author: Mike Constant & Peter Turnbull
Publisher: Paramount Publishing
Complete Book of Electronic Security
Author: Bills Phippips
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
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