Basic Electronics

Gain a solid foundation in electronics with our Basic Electronics eLearning course. Designed for installers, this course equips you with essential knowledge of the electronic principles and components at the heart of today’s security technology. Build your expertise and confidently support the systems you sell and install.

What you will learn

What electricity is, how it flows, and the differences between AC and DC power.
The core parameters of electricity: Voltage, Resistance, and Power.
How to apply Ohm’s Law and the Power Triangle to perform simple calculations.
The numbering system used in electronics.

How different components—including transformers, power supplies, and batteries—function and where they are applied.
The role and importance of switches, fuses, and relays in circuits.
How to correctly use a multimeter for testing and troubleshooting.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course, you’ll have a clear understanding of the fundamentals of electronics and be able to apply this knowledge when working with security technology.

Who Should Enroll

Security system installers
Solution integrators
Technicians responsible for installing, supporting, or maintaining electronic security technology
The numbering system used in electronics.

Course Access and Resources

This course is available exclusively as a self-study e-learning program, with 45 days of access to:

Engaging lesson videos for each module
Comprehensive text-based explanations and theory
Interactive content, including guides, images, activities, and quizzes
Online exams with immediate certification upon achieving 70% or higher

Before you can confidently install, support, and sell security technology, it’s essential to understand the basic electronics on which these systems are built. Our Basic Electronics course provides a solid foundation in the key concepts, components, and calculations that underpin modern security solutions. Through clear explanations, practical examples, and interactive learning, you’ll gain the knowledge needed to work with electronics in real-world installations.