GEN109 Essentials of AV Technology Virtual Classroom

Class size is limited to 25. Contact customerservice@infocomm.org for more information.

Essentials of AV Technology Virtual Classroom is a comprehensive, introductory overview of science and technology for audio, visual and audiovisual systems integration. Like a classroom course, Essentials of AV Technology Virtual Classroom includes lectures, assignments and discussions. Instead of meeting in person, students interact online through webinars and a discussion board. Learn more about virtual classrooms.

Content from this course is the basis for the InfoComm-Recognized AV Technologist Test. Learn more about this exciting new education certificate program.

Who Should Take This Class

  • Those new to the AV industry or those who already understand the context of their job and how the industry works, but need to build their technical knowledge. 
  • Individuals who are preparing for the InfoComm-Recognized AV Technologist Certificate.

You can take this same course in-person or online. You will want to take GEN102 or GEN111. Students should feel comfortable keeping track of due dates and using online tools such as discussion boards and webinars.

Course Content (See complete course outline PDF)

  • Learn about the fundamentals of light and sound and how they relate to the industry.
  • Technology concepts of microphones, loudspeakers, basic networking, cameras and displays are taught, as well as their signal types and signal flow.
  • Don't miss the new sections on networking for data and AV, RF, digital and analog signals, customer service lessons, future trends and more.

Course Structure
Students meet online for five weeks. Instructors deliver lectures and hold discussions through live webinars. Students complete online assignments such as readings, peer discussions and worksheets. Peer discussions take place on an online discussion board.

Participation is required in order to receive a certificate of completion or RUs.

Suggested Study
If you are brand-new to the industry, InfoComm Academy’s GEN101 Quick Start to the AV Industry provides a more thorough introduction to roles in the audiovisual industry and the most basic introduction to technology concepts.

Related Products
InfoComm-Recognized AV Technologist Test
GEN101 Quick Start to the Audiovisual Industry
PTS101 Principles of Tech Support Online
AV Setup Guide for Events, Meetings, Conferences, and Classrooms (book)

CTS Renewal Units
CTS: 24  CTS-D: 24  CTS-I: 24  Max: 24