APSC 132 — SECURITY SYSTEMS, AUDIO-VISUAL
Begins with the introduction to intrusion and access control systems (security). Lessons include intrusion basics, applicable codes, protection strategies, cabling and wiring, sensors and devices access control systems, access components, access credentials and electric locks. Next, students study audio visual systems. Lessons include performance issues due to hum and buzz created by power supply leakage current, ground loops and electromagnetic interference, properties of sound, distributed audio and video, planning and testing of audio visual systems. Students will perform hands-on laboratory exercises by installing an intrusion/access control system and an audio visual presentation system.