
Master the fundamentals of the construction trade for security projects by learning the essential tools, test equipment, and wiring best practices, including concealed environments behind drywall and hardware considerations.
Chris Wilson introduces momentum security training, a division of Max V solution experts, delivering foundational security knowledge with real-world examples, notes, and insights from Harvard retention research.
Master essential hand tools for security installations, from labeling cables and patch panels to choosing screwdrivers, Allen wrenches, and coax strippers. Apply precise punch down and labeling schemes for efficiency.
Discover essential hand tools for security cabling, from compression and hex crimp connectors to RJ crimps. Follow safe use practices for diagonal and lineman pliers, stud finders, and drywall saw.
Master level accuracy with torpedo and laser levels for mounting. Enhance wiring with fish tapes, glow rods, chalk lines, tape measures, and toner and probe for labeling and testing cables.
Explore essential power tools for security projects: cordless and corded drills, hammer and impact variants, and wood, metal, and masonry bits; learn clutch use and safe, two-handed operation.
Use the reciprocating saw for rough cuts with cordless or corded options, and select blades for metal or wood while watching the exposed blade and maintaining safety.
Learn to select and use step ladders, extension ladders, and articulating ladders for security work. Assess height, weight capacity, and materials to choose the right ladder for safe access.
Choose fiberglass ladders for strength and stability; avoid wood and conductive aluminum. Maintain three point of contact, proper angle, three feet above working height, inspect, and tether tools.
Learn how wood and metal frame walls are built, from studs and top plates to attic access, cathedral and drop ceilings, and proper fire stopping and cable routing.
Mount devices using anchors suited to drywall or masonry, respect weight ratings, and choose appropriate black boxes, mud rings, or gang boxes for clean, secure installations.
Explore outdoor back boxes and conduit systems, including NEMA ratings, gasket sealing, plenum boxes, and the selection and installation of EMT, PVC, and flexible conduits.
Learn the difference between a wire and a cable, and apply labeling, planning, and proper cable types—riser, plenum, flooded/direct burial, and messenger—for reliable installations.
Master bend radius, cable types, and shielding to prevent installation damage. Understand AWG wire sizing, resistance, distance, and how to select appropriate cabling for category cables, fiber, coax, and power.
Compare solid and stranded wires, and why fire alarms require solid core. Review jacket types and cat5 to cat7, CCTV shielding, and composite access cables.
Explore how the National Electric Code governs power and data cabling, fire alarm interfaces, plenum cabling, and life-safety requirements for installation work.
Momentum Security Training’s Basic Construction course is designed to teach students the fundamentals of construction. This class is for anyone who will be working inside or on a construction project or site. The course will cover basic tools (hand tools and power tools) and proper use, different types of construction environments, industry best practices, and overall safety while on a construction site. We highly recommend this course before starting and the fundamentals course. This course will lay the groundwork for some terminology in our fundamentals courses.
Momentum Security Training is disrupting the status quo in the physical security industry by providing context-based education that empowers our students to deliver high-quality solutions.
Legacy training has been either manufacturer taught, or peer taught each of which has its own limitations. Today, security training consists of teaching someone how to do something, we are empowering our students to learn WHY it works so that no matter the situation or product there is a deeper understanding of the technology and the theory behind it.
Chris Wilson: A security professional with over 20 years experience in the US security market, from mid-market through enterprise. Experience ranges from senior technician, project manager, and system design engineer/solutions architect. I am an active CSPM (Certified Security Project Manager) and industry expert for system design and best practices/techniques.