CTS 2 (formerly CTS Prep) Bracknell, UK

CTS 2 (formely CTS Prep) serves as a natural progression from the foundational AV knowledge offered in CTS 1 (previously Essentials of AV Technology). In this course, you will enhance your understanding of the core competencies that are assessed in the CTS® exam. It builds on the knowledge gained in CTS 1 by introducing new focus areas, applying previously learned skills, and deepening your understanding of key concepts.

WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE 

Professionals who: 

• Plan to take the CTS exam in the near future  
• Work as AV technicians or in an adjacent position   
• Coordinate and collaborate with AV professionals and wish to deepen their knowledge of AV systems, technology, and the industry itself  
• Wish to deepen and expand their understanding of concepts learned in CTS 1  

PREREQUISITES 

It is strongly recommended that learners complete the following either In-Person or On Demand:

• CTS 1: AV Technology (Previously Essentials of AV Technology)
• AV Math
  

After completing this course you will:  

• Understand AVIXA's mission, role, and industry contributions.  
• Comprehend AV industry standards and their application to ensure quality and reliability.  
• Explore the benefits and resources of AVIXA membership for professional growth and engagement.  
• Develop proficiency in mathematical tools such as ratios, logarithmic functions, and scientific calculators.  
• Gain insight into technical concepts relevant to AV projects and systems. 
• Master skills in customer information gathering, needs analysis, site survey, and program report creation.  
• Have expertise in interpreting architectural drawings and understanding design phases in AV projects.
• Know about sound alteration, projection system factors, screen selection, and aspect ratio knowledge.  
• Understand project management principles and their application in AV projects.  
• Acquire skills in AV system installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance.  
• Develop proficiency in troubleshooting techniques and logical problem-solving approaches for AV systems. 

Supported by

Instructors

Stuart Willcocks
AV Design Engineer / Tech Lead at Google
Google

Stuart is the Technical Lead for Google's AV Product Engineering team. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering, a Master’s degree in Network Engineering, and both AVIXA CTS-D and CTS-I certifications. He is a Chartered Engineer and a member of the IET.

Stuart's career in the AV industry began thirty five years ago. He originally trained as a lighting designer and sound engineer, enjoying several years working in theatre and live events. Later he joined the BBC, working on a variety of broadcast infrastructure projects. This was followed by ten years designing and building audio-visual and interactive experiences for museums and exhibitions around the world.

Prior to joining Google, he was responsible for running a cutting-edge event space for use by partners of the McLaren F1 team.