PART I. The Certified Technology Specialist and the CTS Exam

What Is a Certified Technology Specialist?

The CTS Exam

PART II. Essentials of AV Technology

Analog and Digital Signals

Audio Systems

Video Systems

Networks

Signal-Management Systems

Control Systems

Electrical Systems

Radio Waves

PART III. Preparing for AV Solutions

Gathering Customer Information

Conducting a Site Survey

Evaluating a Site Environment

Maintaining Awareness of Changes to the Site Environment

Developing a Functional AV Scope

PART IV. Designing and Building an AV Solution

Designing an AV Solution

Conducting a Vendor-Selection Process

Performing AV Finance and Job-Costing Activities

Building AV Solutions

Managing an AV Project.