Access control hardware

This module introduces learners to the basics of access control and access control hardware. It explains how access control manages movement within a building and highlights the differences between hardware and software. Learners will explore fail-safe and fail-secure systems, various locking methods, electric releases, electromagnetic locks, and electronic locksets.
The module also covers ways to release and gain access, such as keypads, biometrics and Bluetooth, along with their advantages and disadvantages.
Finally, it explains the importance of power supply units and different power transfer methods.

Learning outcomes:

• Understand the principles of access control and its use
• Understand the difference between fail-safe and fail-secure
• Know the different types of access control locking methods
• Know what electric releases are
• Know what electro-magnetic locks are
• Know what electric (solenoid) locks are
• Know what motor (solenoid) bolts are
• Know what electronic Locksets (smart locks) are
• Know what mechatronic cylinders are
• Know the different methods of releasing
• Know the different methods of opening and access
• Understand the need for power supply units
• Understand transferring of power