📚 COMPLETE COURSE SYLLABUS

MODULE 1 — CCTV FUNDAMENTALS

Students will understand the basic concepts and working principles of CCTV systems.

Topics

• What is CCTV?
• Full Form of CCTV
• CCTV Definition
• Basic CCTV Concept
• How CCTV Works
• Complete CCTV Working Flow
• CCTV System Components
• CCTV Applications
• Security & Surveillance Basics
• Analog CCTV
• IP CCTV
• Analog CCTV vs IP CCTV
• Basic CCTV System Architecture
• CCTV Block Diagram
• Camera-to-Recorder Communication
• Live Monitoring
• Video Recording
• Video Playback
• Remote Viewing

Practical

• Identify CCTV system components
• Identify camera, recorder, HDD, power supply, cables and connectors
• Understand a complete CCTV system flow

📹 MODULE 2 — CCTV CAMERA TYPES & TECHNOLOGY

Students will learn about different types of CCTV cameras and how to select the appropriate camera for different locations.

Camera Types

• Dome Camera
• Bullet Camera
• Turret Camera
• PTZ Camera
• IP Camera
• Wi-Fi Camera
• Indoor Camera
• Outdoor Camera
• HD Analog Camera

Camera Specifications

• Camera Resolution
• 2MP
• 3MP
• 4MP
• 5MP
• 8MP
• Camera Lens
• Focal Length
• Viewing Angle
• IR LEDs
• Infrared Night Vision
• IR Range
• Day/Night Camera
• Image Quality
• Indoor vs Outdoor Camera
• Camera Selection

Practical

• Identify different camera types
• Identify camera parts
• Compare camera specifications
• Select a suitable camera for a given location
• Adjust camera position and viewing angle

🖥️ MODULE 3 — DVR, NVR & XVR

DVR — Digital Video Recorder

Topics

• DVR Introduction
• DVR Working
• DVR Channels
• 4-Channel DVR
• 8-Channel DVR
• 16-Channel DVR
• 32-Channel DVR
• DVR Ports
• BNC
• HDMI
• VGA
• USB
• LAN
• Audio
• Power Input

NVR — Network Video Recorder

• NVR Introduction
• NVR Working
• NVR Ports
• IP Camera Connection
• Network-Based Recording

XVR

• XVR Introduction
• Hybrid CCTV System
• Analog Camera Support
• Multi-Technology Camera Support

Practical

• Identify DVR/NVR/XVR ports
• Identify channels
• Connect cameras
• Connect monitor
• Connect mouse
• Basic recorder setup

💾 MODULE 4 — CCTV HARD DISK & STORAGE

Students will learn how CCTV recording storage works and how to manage HDDs inside DVR/NVR systems.

Topics

• CCTV HDD Requirement
• Normal HDD vs Surveillance HDD
• HDD Capacity
• 500GB
• 1TB
• 2TB
• 4TB
• 6TB
• 8TB
• Continuous Recording
• Motion Recording
• Schedule Recording
• Storage Calculation Basics
• Recording Retention
• Overwrite Function
• HDD Initialization
• HDD Formatting
• Recording Verification
• HDD Troubleshooting

Practical

• Install HDD
• Detect HDD
• Initialize HDD
• Configure recording
• Check available storage
• Perform playback
• Verify recording

🔌 MODULE 5 — CCTV CABLES & CONNECTORS

Analog CCTV Cables

• Coaxial Cable
• RG59
• RG6
• Siamese Cable
• Video Cable
• Power Cable
• Video + Power Transmission
• Cable Structure
• Cable Length
• Cable Quality
• Cable Selection

Connectors

• BNC Connector
• BNC Male
• BNC Female
• DC Power Connector

IP CCTV Cables

• Ethernet Cable
• CAT5e
• CAT6
• LAN Cable
• Patch Cable
• RJ45 Connector
• T568A
• T568B
• Straight-Through Cable
• Crossover Cable

Practical

• Identify CCTV cables
• Make BNC connector
• Make DC power connection
• Crimp RJ45 connector
• Make CAT5e/CAT6 LAN cable
• Test LAN cable
• Use cable tester
• Connect Analog CCTV camera
• Connect IP camera

⚡ MODULE 6 — CCTV POWER SUPPLY

Topics

• CCTV Power Basics
• 12V DC Power
• Power Adapter
• SMPS
• CCTV Power Distribution Box
• Voltage
• Current
• Power Requirement
• Positive & Negative Polarity
• Power Distribution
• Voltage Drop
• Long Cable Power Issues
• Short Circuit Protection
• Power Testing
• Power Safety

Practical

• Test CCTV power supply
• Identify polarity
• Connect camera power
• Connect power distribution box
• Check voltage
• Identify common power faults

🛠️ MODULE 7 — COMPLETE ANALOG CCTV INSTALLATION

Students will learn the complete installation process of an Analog CCTV system.

Installation Process

Site Survey → Camera Selection → Camera Position → Mounting → Cable Routing → BNC Connection → Power Connection → DVR Connection → Monitor Connection → Configuration → Recording → Testing

Topics

• Site Survey
• Camera Location Planning
• Camera Mounting
• Cable Routing
• Cable Management
• BNC Connection
• Power Connection
• DVR Installation
• Monitor Connection
• Camera Testing
• Recording Setup

Practical Project

Complete 4-Camera Analog CCTV Installation

📐 MODULE 8 — CAMERA POSITIONING & SITE SURVEY

Topics

• Camera Placement
• Camera Height
• Camera Angle
• Entry Gate
• Exit Gate
• Cash Counter
• Reception
• Parking
• Corridor
• Staircase
• Warehouse
• Store Room
• Blind Spots
• Backlight
• Direct Sunlight
• Night Vision
• IR Reflection
• Indoor/Outdoor Camera Selection

Practical

Students will prepare camera placement plans for:

• Home
• Shop
• Office
• School
• Small commercial premises

⚙️ MODULE 9 — DVR CONFIGURATION

Topics

• First-Time DVR Setup
• Login
• Username & Password
• Date & Time
• Camera Naming
• Display Settings
• Resolution
• Recording Settings
• Continuous Recording
• Motion Recording
• Schedule Recording
• Playback
• Search
• USB Backup
• Recording Verification

Practical

Each student will configure a DVR and verify live view, recording and playback.

🌐 MODULE 10 — IP CAMERA BASICS

Students will learn the fundamentals of network-based CCTV systems.

Topics

• IP Camera Introduction
• IP Camera Working
• IP Address
• IPv4
• LAN
• WAN
• Router
• Network Switch
• Gateway
• DNS
• MAC Address
• DHCP
• Static IP
• IP Conflict
• Network Basics

Practical

IP Camera → Network → NVR

Students will connect and test an IP camera on a local network.

🖥️ MODULE 11 — NVR INSTALLATION & CONFIGURATION

Topics

• NVR Installation
• IP Camera Search
• Automatic Camera Addition
• Manual Camera Addition
• IP Address Assignment
• Camera Password
• Camera Status
• Recording Configuration
• Playback
• Camera Offline Problem

Practical Project

NVR + 2–4 IP Camera Installation

🔋 MODULE 12 — PoE CCTV SYSTEM

PoE — Power over Ethernet

Students will learn how power and network data can be delivered through Ethernet connections in supported PoE systems.

Topics

• PoE Concept
• PoE Camera
• PoE NVR
• PoE Switch
• PoE Ports
• Power + Data Transmission
• PoE Wiring
• PoE Budget Basics
• PoE Troubleshooting

Practical

PoE Camera → PoE Switch/NVR → NVR → Monitor

🌍 MODULE 13 — CCTV NETWORKING

Topics

• Networking Fundamentals
• Router
• Switch
• LAN
• WAN
• IP Address
• Subnet Mask
• Gateway
• DNS
• DHCP
• Static IP
• IP Conflict
• NVR Network Configuration
• Network Testing

Practical

Students will create a basic CCTV network:

Camera → Switch → NVR → Router → Internet

📱 MODULE 14 — MOBILE REMOTE VIEWING

Students will learn the basic process of accessing supported CCTV systems remotely.

Topics

• Internet Connection
• NVR Network Setup
• P2P/Cloud Connectivity Concept
• Mobile Application
• Device Addition
• QR/Device ID
• Live View
• Playback
• Notifications
• Multiple Users
• User Permissions

Practical

NVR → Internet → Mobile

The exact mobile application and setup process can vary according to the CCTV manufacturer.

🔧 MODULE 15 — CCTV TROUBLESHOOTING

A major part of the course focuses on real-world fault finding.

Common Problems

• Camera No Display
• Camera Offline
• Camera Power Problem
• BNC Fault
• Cable Fault
• DC Connector Problem
• DVR Channel Problem
• HDD Not Detected
• Recording Not Working
• Night Vision Problem
• IP Conflict
• Network Problem
• Remote Viewing Problem
• PoE Problem

Troubleshooting Method

Problem → Possible Cause → Testing → Solution → Final Verification

Practical

Students will work on deliberately introduced faults and identify the cause and solution.

🧹 MODULE 16 — CCTV MAINTENANCE & SECURITY

Maintenance

• Camera Cleaning
• Lens Cleaning
• Cable Inspection
• Connector Inspection
• Power Checking
• HDD Checking
• Recording Verification
• Network Checking
• System Testing
• Backup

Security

• Strong Password Practices
• User Permissions
• Device Security
• Backup
• Physical Security
• Regular Maintenance

🏗️ MODULE 17 — COMPLETE CCTV INSTALLATION PROJECT

Students will complete a practical installation project from planning to final testing.

Project Steps

1. Site Survey
2. Camera Location Planning
3. Camera Selection
4. Cable Selection
5. Cable Length Estimation
6. Power Requirement
7. Equipment Selection
8. Camera Mounting
9. Cable Routing
10. Connector Making
11. DVR/NVR Installation
12. Camera Configuration
13. Recording Setup
14. Network Configuration
15. Mobile Viewing
16. Testing
17. Troubleshooting
18. Final Demonstration

🧰 PRACTICAL TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

Students will work with or learn to identify:

• CCTV Cameras
• Dome Camera
• Bullet Camera
• Turret Camera
• IP Camera
• DVR
• NVR
• XVR
• Hard Disk
• SMPS
• Power Distribution Box
• PoE Switch
• Coaxial Cable
• RG59
• RG6
• CAT5e
• CAT6
• BNC Connector
• DC Connector
• RJ45 Connector
• HDMI Cable
• VGA Cable
• LAN Cable Tester
• Crimping Tool
• Multimeter
• Screwdriver Set
• Drill Machine
• Drill Bits
• Wire Cutter/Stripper
• Measuring Tape
• Cable Ties
• Insulation Tape

📅 20-DAY TRAINING PLAN

DayTraining Topic01CCTV Introduction & Security Basics02CCTV Camera Types03DVR, NVR & XVR04CCTV HDD & Storage05CCTV Cables & Connectors06BNC & DC Connector07RJ45 & LAN Cable Making08CCTV Power Supply09Complete Analog CCTV Installation10Camera Positioning & Site Survey11DVR Configuration12IP Camera Basics13NVR Installation & Configuration14PoE CCTV System15CCTV Networking16Mobile Remote Viewing17CCTV Troubleshooting18CCTV Maintenance & Security19Complete CCTV Installation Project20Final Practical, Viva & Assessment