UAE SECURITY SYSTEMS ENGINEER COURSE 45 Sections138 Lessons10 Weeks
MODULE 1.10 COMMON ENGINEERING ERRORS
Module 1.10 Common Engineering Errors

Error 1 — Starting With Equipment
Incorrect:
“Which camera should we install?”
Correct:
“What security objective must this camera achieve?”
Error 2 — Ignoring Lighting
A camera may have excellent resolution but produce poor evidence under unsuitable lighting.
Error 3 — Ignoring Network Capacity
IP cameras, access-control devices and other systems can place significant demands on network infrastructure.
Error 4 — Ignoring Power
Security systems may fail during power interruptions if backup power is not properly engineered.
Error 5 — Treating Integration as an Afterthought
Systems should be designed for integration from the beginning when integration is part of the requirement.
Error 6 — Poor Documentation
A system that cannot be properly documented becomes difficult to maintain, troubleshoot or modify.
