Master CCTV and Intruder Alarm Installation with Practical, Real‑World Skills

Our combined CCTV and Alarm Installation Course is designed for technicians, electricians, apprentices, and beginners who want to build professional skills across both CCTV and intruder alarm systems. This comprehensive training programme brings together the essential knowledge from our CCTV Installation Course, Intruder Alarm Installation Basics Course, and SPC Intruder Alarm Training Course—giving you a complete foundation in modern security system installation.

Whether you want to install CCTV systems, configure burglar alarms, work with hybrid DVR/NVR setups, or programme advanced SPC intruder panels, this course provides the practical, brand‑independent skills needed to work confidently in homes, businesses, retail environments, warehouses, and industrial sites across the UK and Ireland.

Why Choose Our CCTV and Intruder Alarm Courses?

Most training programmes focus on a single brand or a narrow part of the industry. Our approach is different. We teach universal principles that apply to all CCTV and alarm systems, ensuring you can work with any manufacturer, any panel, and any installation scenario. From wiring and device placement to programming, troubleshooting, and system optimisation, you’ll gain the knowledge required to deliver professional‑grade security installations.

This combined course is ideal for anyone entering the fire and security industry or expanding their technical skillset. With step‑by‑step lessons, clear demonstrations, and practical examples, you’ll learn how to install, configure, and maintain both CCTV and intruder alarm systems with confidence.

What This CCTV and Alarm Installation Course Covers

The course is divided into three major learning paths:

• CCTV Installation Training – IP, HD, hybrid systems, Hikvision DVR/NVR, Milestone VMS, networking
• Intruder Alarm Installation Basics – universal alarm logic, zones, areas, detectors, programming
• SPC Intruder Alarm Training – SPC panel wiring, menus, expanders, web interface, remote programming

Together, these modules create one of the most complete CCTV and intruder alarm courses available online.

CCTV Installation Course – Full Breakdown

✔ CCTV System Fundamentals

Learn how CCTV systems work from the ground up. Understand the differences between analogue, HD, and IP systems, how cameras communicate with recorders, and how to design surveillance layouts that maximise coverage and reduce blind spots. This module builds the foundation for all future CCTV installation work.

✔ HD and IP Camera Installation

Discover how to install and configure HD‑over‑coax cameras, IP cameras, and hybrid systems. Learn about cabling, power requirements, PoE, bandwidth, and how to avoid common installation mistakes. You’ll also learn how to upgrade older systems to modern HD or IP formats without replacing all infrastructure.

✔ Hikvision DVR/NVR Setup and Configuration

Hikvision is one of the most widely used CCTV brands in the UK and Ireland. This module teaches you how to connect cameras, navigate menus, configure recording settings, enable remote access, and optimise system performance. You’ll also learn how to troubleshoot common issues such as video loss, network conflicts, and incorrect configurations.

✔ Milestone VMS Training

Milestone is a professional‑grade video management system used in commercial and industrial environments. This module covers installation, device management, user permissions, recording rules, and multi‑site operation. You’ll gain the skills needed to work with advanced surveillance platforms used by security teams worldwide.

✔ CCTV Networking Fundamentals

Modern CCTV systems rely heavily on networking. This module covers IP addressing, subnetting, ports, PoE, switches, routers, remote access, and network troubleshooting. You’ll learn how to configure IP cameras, NVRs, and VMS platforms correctly and securely.

✔ Specialised CCTV Cameras

Learn how to install and configure advanced camera types, including:

• PTZ Cameras – presets, tours, auto‑tracking, zoom optimisation
• Fisheye & Panoramic Cameras – dewarping, virtual PTZ, 360° coverage
• ANPR Cameras – plate capture, IR illumination, access control integration
• Thermal Cameras – perimeter protection, low‑light environments

These skills prepare you for high‑end installations in commercial and industrial settings.

Intruder Alarm Installation Basics Course – Full Breakdown

✔ Universal Alarm System Principles

Unlike brand‑specific courses, this module teaches the core logic behind all intruder alarm systems. You’ll learn how alarms operate, how devices communicate, and how to apply universal programming principles to any panel—Texecom, Pyronix, Honeywell, Galaxy, Enforcer, and more.

✔ Zones, Areas, and Alarm Logic

Understand how zones, areas, partitions, and device types work across all alarm systems. Learn how to design alarm layouts, assign zone types, and configure systems for residential and commercial environments.

✔ Wired and Wireless Alarm Systems

Explore the differences between wired, wireless, and hybrid alarm systems. Learn how to wire sensors, configure wireless devices, and choose the right technology for each installation scenario.

✔ Detectors, Sensors, and Alarm Devices

Learn how to install and configure:

• PIR and dual‑tech motion detectors
• Door and window contacts
• Shock and vibration sensors
• Glass break detectors
• External sounders and internal sirens
• Keypads and control panels

✔ Alarm Programming Fundamentals

This module teaches you how to programme any alarm system using standard logic. You’ll learn how to navigate menus, configure zones, set entry/exit routes, assign user codes, and test the system. These skills apply to all major alarm brands.

✔ Alarm Grades and Communication Methods

Learn about alarm grading, signalling paths, PSTN, IP, GSM, and dual‑path communication. Understand how alarms communicate with monitoring centres and how to configure reporting options.

SPC Intruder Alarm Training – Full Breakdown

✔ SPC System Architecture

SPC is a powerful, professional‑grade intruder alarm system used in commercial and industrial environments. This module explains SPC hardware, wiring layouts, expanders, and system architecture.

✔ SPC Keypad Menus

Learn how to navigate SPC keypad menus, arm/disarm the system, access logs, manage zones, and configure settings. This module builds confidence in day‑to‑day SPC operation.

✔ SPC Control Panel Wiring and Configuration

Discover how to wire SPC panels, connect expanders, configure inputs and outputs, and set up system components. You’ll learn how to build SPC systems from scratch.

✔ SPC Web Interface

SPC includes a powerful browser‑based interface. This module teaches you how to configure users, zones, schedules, and system settings using the web interface.

✔ SPC Connect Pro Remote Programming

Learn how to programme SPC systems remotely using SPC Connect Pro. You’ll discover how to upload configurations, manage sites, and perform remote diagnostics—essential skills for modern alarm engineers.

Who Should Take This CCTV and Alarm Installation Course?

• Electricians expanding into security systems
• Technicians and engineers entering the CCTV and alarm industry
• Apprentices and beginners seeking practical, job‑ready skills
• Security professionals upgrading their technical knowledge
• Self‑employed installers adding CCTV and alarm services
• Businesses training staff in security system installation

Course Benefits

• Brand‑independent training that applies to all systems
• Step‑by‑step lessons with clear demonstrations
• Practical skills for real‑world installations
• Coverage of CCTV, intruder alarms, and SPC systems
• Networking fundamentals included
• Ideal for both beginners and experienced technicians

Why This Is One of the Best CCTV and Intruder Alarm Courses Online

This combined programme gives you the skills needed to install, configure, and maintain both CCTV and intruder alarm systems—making you more employable, more versatile, and more valuable to clients. With brand‑independent training, practical demonstrations, and modules covering everything from basic wiring to advanced SPC programming, this is one of the most complete CCTV and alarm installation courses available online.

Price £199