New to Security
Whether you are considering a career in electronic security or have recently joined the industry, these resources provide a structured introduction to the fundamental principles of modern security system design. Start by understanding the technologies, standards and design methodology before exploring the engineering tools and more advanced guidance available throughout this website
Recommended Reading
Useful Tools
Training & Development
- Introduction to CCTV Design
- Fundamentals of Electronic Security
Security Engineer / Installer
Engineers and installers require a solid understanding of how systems should be designed, commissioned and validated, not simply how to install equipment. The resources below focus on practical engineering knowledge, helping you understand why systems are designed in a particular way and how good installation practices contribute to long-term system performance and reliability.
Recommended Reading
Useful Tools
- CCTV Storage Calculator
- Bandwidth Calculator
- High Level Design Tool
- Camera Performance
Training & Development
- Network Fundamentals
- Fault Finding
Security System Designer
Security system designers are responsible for transforming operational requirements into technically robust, standards-compliant solutions. The resources below focus on the structured design process, helping you develop performance specifications, produce effective system architectures and select technologies that meet defined operational outcomes rather than simply deploying equipment.
Recommended Reading
Useful Tools
- High Level Design Tool
- Low Level Design Tool
Training & Development
- Design Around Operational Outcomes
- Modern CCTV Architecture
- Performance Engineering
Security Consultant / Specifier
Consultants and specifiers require a broad understanding of security engineering, operational risk, relevant standards and the wider project lifecycle. The resources below focus on developing the knowledge required to advise clients, produce clear performance specifications, evaluate technical solutions and provide independent design assurance throughout a project.
Recommended Reading
Useful Tools
- Risk Assessment Plan
- Operational Requirement Plan
- High Level Design Tool
- Low Level Design Tool
- Performance Specification Examples
Training & Development
- Security Consultancy
- Specification Writing
- Technical Assurance
