| Learning Outcome |
Assessment Criteria |
| 1. Understand the relationship of access control to the security industry |
1.1 Explain the key function of the security industry to protect life, premises and property
1.2 Describe how access control integrates with CCTV, fire alarm systems, IHAS, and manned guarding
1.3 Explain, briefly, the role of the following bodies:
a National Security Inspectorate (NSI),
b Security Systems and Alarms Industry Board (SSAIB)
c Security Industry Authority (SIA)
d British Security Industry Association (BSIA)
e Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO)
f Home Office Scientific Development Branch (HOSDB)
1.4 State the relationship of the following Standards and Codes of Practice to access control equipment and installation:
-BS EN 50133
-BS EN 50136
-BS 7671
-HASAWA
-COSHH
-RIDDOR
-TS 50398
-BSIA
-Inspectorates
1.5 Explain the reasons for maintaining confidentiality in the security industry
1.6 Describe methods of maintaining confidentiality |
| 2. Understand the basic principles and features of access control devices |
2.1 Describe, briefly, the operating principle of each of the following token types:
a Proximity
b Smart card
c Magnetic strip
d Bar code
2.2 Explain, briefly, the operating principle of each of the following reader technologies:
a Proximity
b Smart (Myfaire)
c Pin
d Dual technology
e Magnetic stripe
f Bar code
g Biometric types, including fingerprint, palm, signature, iris, voice and retina
2.3 Describe, briefly, the features of each of the following reader technologies:
a Proximity
b Smart (Myfaire)
c Pin
d Dual technology
e Magnetic stripe
f Bar code
g Biometric types, including fingerprint, palm, signature, Iris, voice, and retina
2.4 Describe, briefly, the operating principle of each of the following lock types:
a Maglock
b Shear mag
c Electric strike
d Shoot bolt
e Rim latch
f Solenoid handle lock
g Motorised lock
2.5 Explain the operating principle of each of the following input devices:
a Exit button (RTE)
b Door contact
c Door override (breakglass)
2.6 Describe, briefly, each of the following door types:
a Hollow core
b Softwood
c Hardwood
d uPVC
e Aluminium Steel
f Anti-ballistic
2.7 Describe, briefly, each of the following barrier types:
a Gates
b Paddle
c Turnstile
d Rising kerb
e Rising bollard
2.8 Relate the following Standards and Codes of Practice to access control devices:
-BS EN 50133
-BS EN 50136
-BS 7671
-TS 50398
-BSIA
-Inspectorates
-COSHH |
| 3. Understand the basic principles and features of access control equipment. |
3.1 State the function(s) of each of the following equipment items in an access control system:
a Door controller
b Reader interface
c Administration reader
d Administration PC/server
3.2 Describe the operational differences of stand alone and PC (software) networked administered access control systems
3.3 State the advantages and disadvantages of standalone and PC (software) networked administered access control systems
3.4 State the advantages and disadvantages of linking the PC to controller using the following methods:
a Direct Serial port
b Direct USB,
c Ethernet network
d GPRS modem
e PSTN modem
f GSM modem
3.5 Relate the following Standards and Codes of Practice to access control equipment:
-BS EN 50133
-BS EN 50136
-BS 7671
-TS 50398
-BSIA
-Inspectorates
-COSHH |
| 4. Understand the function and operation of common circuit configurations used in access control systems |
4.1 State the cable types used in each of the following access control circuits:
a Reader
b Lock
c Controller communications data bus networks
d RTE button
e Door contact
4.2 Explain the operation of schematic diagrams for each of the following door controller circuits:
a Reader power
b Reader data lines
c Exit button
d LED indicators
e Door contact
4.3 Explain the operation of schematic diagrams for each of the following lock circuits:
a Fail (fail safe)
b Fail locked (fail secure)
c Manual over-ride using break-glass
d Automatic over-ride from fire control equipment
4.4 Explain the operation of schematic diagrams for each of the following network circuits:
a RS-485
b RS-422
c UTP
d STP
4.5 State the function of the following circuit protection devices:
a In-line fuses
b On-board self-resetting protection devices
c Suppression diodes
d Metal oxide varistor (MOV)
4.6 Describe the following methods for overcoming the problems of induced noise (RFI/EMI) in system cables:
a Cable routing and installation
b Use of shielded cable
c Use of twisted pair cable
d Need for correctly configured functional earthing
e Avoidance of ground loops
4.7 List methods for cable fixing, containment, segregation and termination for the cable types employed in access control systems
4.8 Explain the following methods for overcoming the problem of voltage drop:
a Gauge of cable (cross sectional area)
b Local power supply
4.9 Relate the following Standards and Codes of Practice to cable installation and circuit configuration in access control equipment:
-BS EN 50133
-BS EN 50136
-BS 7671
-TS 50398
-BSIA
-Inspectorates
-COSHH |
| 5. Understand the basic principles and applications of common data communications technologies employed in access control systems |
5.1 State typical applications in access control systems for each of the following network communication types:
a RS-485
b RS-422
c RS-232
d USB
e Ethernet
5.2 State typical maximum cable lengths for each of the following network communication types:
a RS-485
b RS-422
c RS-232
d USB
e Ethernet
5.3 Relate the following Standards and Codes of Practice to data communications technologies employed in access control equipment:
-BS EN 50133
-BS EN 50136
-BS 7671
-TS 50398
-BSIA
-Inspectorates |
| 6. Understand the principles of typical primary and secondary power supplies employed in access control systems |
6.1 Describe the safety precautions to be observed when working with power supply units
6.2 State typical operating voltages for the following access control equipment:
a Readers
b Locks
c Door controllers
6.3 Explain briefly, the function of each of the following power supply types:
a Combined with door control unit
b Remote units
c BT approved units
6.4 State the function of primary and secondary cells, when incorporated in access control equipment
6.5 State the HASAWA and COSHH requirements for the safe disposal of primary and secondary cells
6.6 Relate the following Standards and Codes of Practice to power supply equipment:
-BS EN 50133
-BS 7671
-TS 50398
-BSIA
-Inspectorates
-HASAWA
-COSHH |
| 7. Understand typical configuration and administration methods of access control systems |
7.1 Explain the meaning of each of the following access control terms:
a APAS (Access Point Actuators and Sensors)
b Door
c Area
d Token/fob
e Push to exit
f Event
g Tailgating
h Anti-pass back
i Fail open (fail safe)
j Fail locked (fail secure)
k Airlock
l Duress
7.2 Explain the function of each of the following access control features:
a Access group/level
b Time profile
c Holiday profile
d Keyholder
e Anti-passback (local, area controlled, timed)
f Duress alarm
g Video verification
h Key trace
i Event log
j Event report
k Manual lock/unlock
l Time controlled locks
m Airlock
n Out of hours access
o Evacuation and muster
p Database backup
q Event archive
7.3 Describe typical alarm functions associated with access control systems
7.4 Relate the following Standards and Codes of Practice to access control systems:
-BS EN 50133
-BS EN 50136
-BSIA
-Inspectorates |
| 8. Understand the principles of commissioning, handover and maintenance of access control systems |
8.1 Explain the need to establish customer requirements and system specification prior to performing the following tasks:
a System commissioning
b System handover
d Preventative maintenance
e Corrective maintenance
8.2 List typical documentation required to perform each of the following tasks:
a System commissioning
b System handover
c Preventative maintenance
d Corrective maintenance
8.3 Describe methods of presenting a positive appearance and attitude to customers
8.4 Describe typical methods for controlling the environment whilst performing the following:
a System commissioning
b System handover
c Preventative maintenance
d Corrective maintenance
8.5 Describe the procedures for demonstrating and handing over a system to a customer
8.6 Describe methods for ensuring that the customer is conversant with their system, following system handover
8.7 State typical applications for each of the following items of test instrument, in relation to access control systems:
a Multimeter
b Insulation resistance tester
c Mains polarity tester
d Battery tester
e Network (Ethernet) cable tester
8.8 Explain the need for test equipment to be calibrated
8.9 Describe methods for establishing that an item of test equipment is calibrated
8.10 Describe procedures for performing the following tests:
-dc voltage
-dc current
-dc resistance
-insulation resistance
-mains supply isolation
8.11 Describe typical procedures for replacing, and verifying the operation of, the following system components:
a Power supply
b Stand-by battery
c Electronic locking device
d Reader
e Reader interface
f Exit device
g Door contact
h Door controller
i Cable removal
8.12 Explain the need for appropriate PC administration rights and network permissions when working with PC administered access control systems
8.13 State the relationship of the following Standards and Codes of Practice to commissioning, handover and preventative/corrective maintenance of access control systems:
-BS EN 50133
-BS EN 50136
-BS 7671
-TS 50398
-BSIA
-Inspectorates
-HASAWA
-COSHH
-RIDDOR |
| 9. Understand the principles of surveying, design, specification and auditing of access control systems |
9.1 Explain the need to identify the roles and levels of the customer and/or customer’s representatives
9.2 Describe methods of presenting a positive appearance and attitude when dealing directly with the customer and customer’s representatives
9.3 Explain the need to establish customer requirements prior to performing the following tasks:
a system design
b specification
c sales presentation
9.4 Explain the need to obtain site plans or drawings for the purposes of system design and specification
9.5 List typical documentation required to perform each of the following tasks:
a system design
b specification
9.6 Explain the purpose of a site survey
9.7 Explain the need for documenting the results of site surveys
9.8 Explain the purpose of a technical audit of an access control system
9.9 Relate the following Standards and Codes of Practice to access control systems:
-BS EN 50133
-BS EN 50136
-BS 7671
-TS 50398
-BSIA
-Inspectorates |