A low-current system is all means of communication (Internet, telephony, television and radio broadcasting), which are connected into one stream using a system of wires and cables. The voltage in the system does not exceed 25 V. To service this system, a staff or one specialist is hired, who is responsible for the design, installation, maintenance and repair of the network. If the size of the company is large, several employees stand out, each of whom is responsible for his own area of work.
Types of low-current systems
Such systems are divided into several types, each of which combines the component parts according to certain criteria:
- telephone systems;
- structured cabling systems and cable structures;
- clock systems;
- television systems;
- speakerphone systems;
- radio systems;
- sound system and music broadcasting systems;
- perimeter protection complexes;
- anti-theft systems;
- access control control systems ;
- security and alarm systems ;
- security television.
Responsible for the system
He is responsible for the entire system built in the company, an engineer for low-current systems. The scope of his duties, as well as responsibilities, rights and tasks, are clearly outlined in the job description.
The employee examines the buildings under his supervision, conducts all the required calculations. If necessary, he carries out the drawings that are required to launch a new project.
Knowledge and skills
The engineer must know the rules by which the drawings are carried out, as well as the regulatory documents necessary for the work: GOST, Construction Norms and Regulations (construction norms and rules), RD (guidance documents that contain instructions for the operation and design of buildings).
Currently, knowledge of office programs is implied by itself, however, many employers separately make the skill of working with drawing and design programs - nanoCad, AutoCad, MS Project, MagiCAD, MS Visio.
Knowledge of languages is a required skill. Often an engineer has to read instructions made in English. In order to correctly understand annotations, knowledge of the language must be at a high level. Usually enough skills to fluently read technical documentation in the original language. But often companies require an understanding of colloquial speech, since equipment purchased from official dealers often provides the possibility of warranty service in the language of the manufacturer.
Job description
In order for the circle of duties, requirements and powers not to cause questions for the employee, the company must have competently written job descriptions. An engineer for low-current systems also needs it. The job description for this specialist is approved and agreed with the management of the enterprise, and in case of changes - is provided to the employee for review.
General Provisions
Low-voltage systems engineer belongs to the category of specialists. A person with a higher education is assigned to the position; no requirements for seniority are presented. Appointment to the post, as well as removal from the post, is carried out by order of the Director General.
Required knowledge
For the high-quality performance of his duties, an engineer of low-current systems should know:
- methodological and regulatory materials, distribution and policy documents related to the work performed;
- development prospects, as well as features of the enterprise;
- technical features, design features, working principles of developed and used materials and means, as well as their properties;
- means of communication and communication;
- basic requirements for documentation, products, materials;
- rules and conditions of work.
Special knowledge
The low-voltage systems engineer is responsible for the performance of the entire network in the company. Among his knowledge should be not only widespread data, but also narrow knowledge in different areas. The more information a specialist processes and studies, the more successfully he will fulfill his duties.
Special knowledge includes:
- standards that are currently in force;
- technical conditions, instructions and regulations implemented in the company;
- methods by which technical calculations are carried out, and also the economic efficiency of research and development is determined;
- achievements in the field of science and developments used in the industry;
- Fundamentals of labor organization, management, economics, labor legislation;
- internal regulations, health and safety standards, fire protection and industrial sanitation.
Varieties of posts
Low-current systems engineer is a generic name for a position that can be divided into several components. For example, in a large company, one person cannot design, lay and control the network’s performance. In order to cover the entire scope of work, different employees are appointed to positions that intersect and belong to the same segment.
The low-current systems design engineer is engaged in the design of the entire system for the company. He calculates the necessary volumes of work, takes measurements of networks, prepares drawings, according to which installation work will be carried out in the future. If necessary, he communicates with colleagues from the Security Council and the labor protection department.
An installation engineer for low - current systems receives all the calculations and draws networks on them. It is his responsibility to properly install utilities. In case of errors, the network will not work, and finding the cause will be very difficult.
Job responsibilities
In general, job responsibilities are the same for these positions. If you do not take into account fundamentally different issues, both specialists should:
- ensure the functioning of the complex in all existing operating modes;
- analyze and eliminate emergency situations at work;
- Provide network management
- request and receive information on the health of the entire network;
- provide reception and transmission of information over the network;
- comply with network operation requirements;
- plan the acquisition of spare and spare parts for the network;
- take storage parts, network software, supplies;
- prepare projects for concluding agreements on complex maintenance issues;
- organize scheduled quality checks of communication channels that are part of the network.
The low-voltage systems engineer must perform duties correctly and accurately. In case of non-fulfillment or dishonest performance of his tasks, he bears the responsibility established by the job description, as well as the current legislation of the Russian Federation.
Rights
The engineer of low-current systems is responsible for the items listed above. The instruction, however, also contains a list of rights that an employee has. So that the employee does not have any questions about this, all rights must be correctly and accurately formulated in the job description.
The employee has the right:
- Check how system elements are stored and maintained;
- control that the elements are used for their intended purpose;
- require management to ensure the proper conditions for the performance of their duties;
- require information necessary for the performance of his functional duties;
- make decisions independently on those issues that fall within his competence;
- take part in meetings and discussions regarding his duties;
- accept and certify documents related to the acceptance and purchase of new equipment.
Jobs
An engineer position is required in 80% of companies with more than 150 employees or with a branch network. The duties performed by the specialist ensure a constant communication between departments, as well as guarantee safety moments.
The work of an engineer of low-current systems is most often required in large cities and regional centers. From 01.01.2017, the increase in wages for this position amounted to almost 15%. This suggests that the work performed by the employee is increasingly appreciated.
Responsibility
In accordance with the legislation of the Russian Federation, as well as the norms and rules established by the company, the employee is responsible for:
- improper performance or failure to perform official duties, which are provided for by the job description and are determined by the labor legislation of the Russian Federation;
- offenses committed in the process of performing their work within the framework established by applicable law, administrative and criminal, as well as civil codes;
- causing material damage to the company within the framework determined by the legislation of the Russian Federation.
Where to get an education
An engineer of low-current systems can be trained in the areas of "electrical engineering", "engineering". Many universities are taught these specialties, including MSTU. Bauman, Moscow State University of Civil Engineering.
There are also various trainings, continuing education courses, correspondence and full-time educational centers. Having received the required knowledge, the employee can apply for an engineer position.