Security Systems Engineers
Gain the skills to design, install, and integrate advanced CCTV systems to legal standards.
This SIRA-approved course equips new security systems engineers with the technical and legal knowledge required to design, install, and integrate advanced surveillance systems to regulatory standards.
Course Fee
Duration
5 Days
Language
English
Training Hours
40
Location
Dubai, UAE
Format
In-Person (inc. Practical and Theory Tests)
To register for this course, you must meet the following minimum requirements:
Category | Minimum Requirement |
|---|---|
Education | Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Information Technology or a related technical field |
Security Experience | 1 year |
Age | Between 21 and 65 years old |
Description
This in-person course is tailored for individuals entering the field of security engineering, with a focus on the design, installation, and integration of modern Video Surveillance Systems (VSS). Approved by SIRA, it combines essential technical training with an understanding of evolving legal requirements and licensing procedures.
Participants will develop hands-on expertise in system components, cabling, video transmission, networked systems, and emerging technologies - alongside a firm grounding in operational requirements, safety, and compliance. Real-world scenarios and equipment demos help bridge theory and practice.
Key Topics
Introduction to VSS: Purpose, applications, and core components of surveillance systems.
SIRA Licensing & Legal Updates: Regulatory overview and legal changes relevant to engineers.
Video Principles & HD Video: Signal formats, image quality, and transmission.
Display Screens, Cameras & Lenses: Equipment types and functionality.
Demonstration: Live setup of cameras and lenses to reinforce learning.
Lighting: Best practices for visibility and night-time coverage.
Transmission: Cable types, routing, and containment strategies.
Operational Requirement: Aligning system design to site-specific security needs.
Electrical Theory & Multimeter Use: Core electrical skills for system setup and diagnostics.
Health & Safety: Safe installation practices and hazard awareness.
Housings and Mountings: Installation hardware and protective measures.
Fully Functional Cameras: PTZ and advanced configuration.
Digital Recording: Storage options, retention policies, and data integrity.
IP Networks: Basics of networked CCTV and device integration.
System Integration & Emerging Tech: Smart systems, automation, and future-facing trends.
Law and Legal Considerations: Compliance with privacy and surveillance regulations.
Online Assessment: Knowledge check to ensure regulatory readiness.
Practicals: Hands-on installation and system testing.
