Classes Held Every 2nd Wed. of the month at APD.

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License Requirements

                                 Code   None Code

PLT (2YR.)                  4               12

RT or RE (1YR.)         2                0

Sat. Installer(1YR.)    4                0

Basic Alarm Systems 

     This is a 2 hour class on Burglar Alarm Basics. It is intended for the installer or company who is looking to expand their knowledge of Burglar alarms and Revenue thru monthly RMA. This class meets the state requirement for 2 hours of technical CEU's.

CCTV Basics 

     CCTV Basics is a 2 hour course that covers the absolute basics of camera and surveillance systems. It is intended for the installer or company who is looking to expand their ability to compete with today's ever-expanding video surveillance needs. This class meets the state requirement for 2 hours of technical CEU's.

• 5 min. break every hour
• Lunch Provided

Intercom/Access Control 

     Intercom/Access control is a 2 hour class on the history, use and, implementation of Intercoms, and Access Control. This class is intended for the installer or company who is looking to increase their ability to sell the safety and security of the customer to control who has access, and track who has access to their facility. This class meets the state requirement for 2 hours of technical CEU's.

NEC Chapter 8 Review

     This course is a review of Chapter 8 of the National Electrical Code. This class is a review, and refresher course of material you should know, but may need to be reminded of. This class meets the state requirement for 2 hours of NEC CEU's    

Basic Electronics

     A Brief overview of Basic Electronics, Terminology, and a basic circuits. This class will also cover the use and practice of both Ohm’s and Watt’s Law, as well as components used in circuits and circuit schematics. This class meets the state requirement for 2 hours of technical CEU's. 

Network Cabling 

       Basic Terminology used in Networks and Network Cabling, Considerations in planning installations, discussion of relevant codes to the installation, and instruction of installation, terminating, testing and labeling.  This class meets the state requirement for 2 hours of technical CEU's

• 5 min. break every hour
• Lunch Provided

Troubleshooting 

 Basic Troubleshooting, Terminology used in Troubleshooting, and Specific Troubleshooting for Alarm Systems, CCTV Systems, Access Systems, and Network Cabling. This class meets the state requirement for 2 hours of technical CEU's. 

NEC Chapter 3 Review  

  A Brief overview of the NEC to include Article 90 and the purpose of the Code, Article 100 and the language of the code. It also covers a brief overview of Chapter 300 electrical installations and wiring methods, as well as specific Articles referenced in this Chapter. This class meets the state requirement for 2 hours of NEC CEU's

NEC Article 726 Review - 2 CE Hours Code

This course is a review of Artile 726 of the National Electrical Code.  

It is a brief overview of the NEC to include Article 760.1 and the purpose of the Code and Article 300 as it is relevant to 760. It also covers a brief overview of Chapter 760 Fire Systems and some specific Articles referenced in this Chapter. This class is  review, and a refresher course of material you should know, but may need to brush up on before installing Commercial Fire Systems. This class meets the state requirement for 2 hours of NEC CEU's

Basic Fire Alarm Systems  - 2 CE Hours Non Code

    This is a 2 hour class on Commercial Fire Alarm Basics. It is intended for the installer or company who is looking to expand their knowledge of Fire Alarms and Revenue thru monthly RMA and Inspections. This class meets the state requirement for 2 hours of technical CEU's.

• 5 min. break every hour
• Lunch Provided 

 MN Rules  - 2 CE Hours Non Code 

 A brief overview of Mn Rules for the Technology Systems Contractors, PLTs, Licensed Unregistered and Satellite Installers. 

Wireless Technology  - 2 CE Hours Non Code

 Covers the origins and evolution of Wireless Technology. This class also covers Terminology used in Wireless Technology, and Specific kinds and types of Wireless most common in our industry.