AV Events

*Early Bird pricing open through June 12.

This course provides a comprehensive foundation in professional AV installation, focusing on everything an installer is responsible for before powering on a device. Designed for individuals new to AV installation or transitioning from adjacent roles such as live events, broadcast, or music, the course covers the AV project lifecycle, installer responsibilities, jobsite practices, cabling infrastructure, mounting methods, rack systems, and project closeout procedures. Through a blend of conceptual learning and hands-on skill development, learners build the knowledge and practical skills required to prepare AV systems safely, accurately, and according to industry best practices.

Install 2 continues this learning path by covering system power-up, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the key elements of the AV project planning process, including the installer's role, timeline and scope management, and effective use of documents and drawings.
2. Describe and demonstrate how to identify, terminate, and configure various types of cables and connectors, apply basic termination techniques, and ensure effective cable management and safety practices in AV systems installation.
3. Identify the essential tools, techniques, and safety considerations involved in the preparation and mounting.
4. Understand the criteria for selecting and assembling an AV rack, considering client needs, room requirements, ergonomics, weight distribution, and cooling factors.

Course Outline:

1. Introduction to the AV Industry
2. AV Project Lifecycle & Installer Role
3. AV Drawings, Documentation, and Site Evaluation
4. Tools, Equipment, and Jobsite Safety
5. Cabling Infrastructure and Signal Flow
6. Electrical and Audio Fundamentals
7. Equipment Mounting Methods
8. AV Rack Systems
9. Rack Assembly and System Preparation
10. Project Closeout and Pre-Power Checks
11. Hands-On Installation Skills- a. Cable terminations (crimping, compression, insulation displacement, soldering, and fiber splicing) and b. Rack building practices such as terminations, signal separation, and cable labeling

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This three-day course is eight hours per day. Additional evening work may be required. This course focuses on teaching step-by-step methods and best practices for essential installation skills. 

Class Schedule

Tuesday, July 21 
Wednesday, July 22
Thursday, July 23

Early Bird pricing through June 12:

Non-member: USD $1,666 
Premium/Elite Member: USD $1,500

Pricing after June 12: 

Non-member: USD $2,222 
Premium/Elite Member: USD $2,000

 CTS: 24 CTS-I: 24 

Instructors

Paul Streffon
Senior Staff Instructor/Technical Advisor
AVIXA

Paul Streffon, Senior Staff Instructor/Technical Advisor for AVIXA, has more than 35 years of experience in the AV industry.  He has worked in many different areas within the industry: production, system design, installation, sales, marketing, management, and education. Most recently Paul was Director of Sales for tvONE, Inc.  He was National Sales Manager for Digital Processing Systems and a regional technical supervisor for Sony Electronics.  Streffon holds two degrees, an M.B.A., Management and Business, and a B.S. in Broadcast Electronics.  He also earned an FCC Commercial Operator license. Paul is an AV volunteer for his local church community.