Overview

Course 4 compares both Thermal and Infrared lighting and their usage plus demonstrates to learners how to choose proper lighting that meets the CCTV security design goals. A final assessment evaluates the learner’s comprehension of the course. This course takes approximately 60 - 90 minutes to complete.

Course Outline

• Introduction

• What is Light?
  • Definition
  • Examples of light, radio waves, electricity
  • Measurements of Light
  • Infrared Light
  • ROYGBIV
    • The Visible Light Spectrum
    • Color Chart description

• Cameras, Heat, and Light
  • Light and Cameras
  • Microwave scenario
  • Negatives of Infrared Light
  • Positives of Infrared Light

• Infrared vs. Thermal Camera
  • Differences
  • Usage of IR and Thermal Cameras

• Choosing the Proper Light
  • Introduction
  • Five (5) Basics when choosing an IR Illuminator
    • Wattage
    • Angle of the Spread
    • Distance Rating
    • Spectral Response Levels
    • Serviceability

• Course Summary
• Course Assessment

Continuing Education Information   Approved for .2 NTS CEUs by the National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association - NTS CEU Course Number: CM-0005   Our courses may be approved for NICET CPDs. For more information on NICET CPDs, click here.