10

Getting Down to the Actual Design

Abstract

Chapter 10 includes information on macro-level design and micro-level design.

Preliminary (schematic phase) design work includes the Basis for Design, research drawing and specification resources, and preliminary budgeting. The Basis for Design explains what the system should be, from an interpretation of implementation of security policies. Drawing resources include security system device placements and types, access control zones, a study of codes and regulations, safety issues, and power source locations. A list of interdiscipline coordination issues must be developed and security system technology goals must be decided.

The big picture of design includes three views:

 How the system devices ...

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