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Fundamentals for Electronic Systems Technicians

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Online Course Length: 8 hours | Course Price: $149
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Train low voltage technicians for installing smart home systems

This online course delivers a solid foundation for Electronic Systems Technicians. Train low voltage technicians on construction methods, electrical basics, job site safety, tools and industry standards; as well as principles of structured wiring are explained, including cabling, components and outlets. As well as install procedures, testing and troubleshooting methods.

Prerequisites

Students should have a basic understanding of what residential technologies are and the benefits they provide, but no prior technical knowledge is required.

Course Learning Objectives

  • Define various residential electronic systems
  • Explain the benefits of residential electronic systems
  • Recognize components of residential construction
  • Create a safe working environment on the job
  • Use project plans and documents
  • Design and document a structured wiring system
  • Pre-wire a structured wiring system
  • Safely install and terminate structured wiring system
  • Test and troubleshoot a structured wiring system

Learning Process and Evaluation

Each student receives a user name and password that provides private and monitored access to the online course.
Progression through the course is managed by an LMS (Learning Management System).
Each course is divided into 7 to 15 sections and at the end of each section the student is given a quiz. A score of 100% is needed to pass the quiz. Questions will be shown correct or incorrect; so the student can review the material and answer the questions again. There are unlimited attempts at each Quiz.
Upon completion of the course and quizzes, the student is required to take a Final Test. A score of at least 80% is considered a passing grade. A Certificate of Completion will be available to print when the Final Test is passed.

Course Outline

1. Introducing Electronic Systems

  • Components of Structured Wiring
  • Electronic System Services
  • Electronic System Subsystems
  • Benefits of Electronis Systems

2. Construction and Electrical Basics

  • Basics of Construction
  • Running Cables and Drilling in Walls
  • Ohm’s Law
  • Surge Prevention

3. Jobsite Safety

  • Jobsite Hazards and Safety Rules
  • Jobsite Injuries and First Aid
  • Jobsite Standards of Governing Agencies

4. Tools and Industry Standards

  • Planning Tools, Symbols and Abbreviations
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Applying Industry Standards
  • Industry Certification

5. Fasteners and Anchors

  • Types of Fasteners and Their Uses
  • Types of Anchors and Their Uses

6. Components of Structured Wiring

  • Characteristics and Performance of Wire
  • Low Voltage Cable Types
  • Types of Distribution Panels and Modules
  • Wall Outlets and Access Points

7. Layout of Structured Wiring

  • Home Run Layout vs. Daisy Chain
  • Wire Run Industry Standards
  • Outlet and Audio Speaker Locations
  • Surge Protection Importance

8. Designing and Installing Structured Wiring

  • Installation Stages
  • Conduit Types and Selection
  • Low Voltage Cable Installation Guidelines

9. Terminating Structured Wiring

  • Cable Termination Steps
  • TIA-568A and TIA-568B
  • Termination Tools
  • Distribution Panel and Module Installation

10. Testing and Troubleshooting

  • Importance of Testing
  • When to Test
  • Common Wiring Problems
  • Common Testing Tools

11. Course Summary

FINAL TEST

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