Security Systems Engineers
Gain the skills to design, install, and integrate advanced CCTV systems to legal standards.
This SIRA-approved, City & Guilds-accredited 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). Accredited by City & Guilds and 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.
