Lesson 1Lighting and signing adjuncts: street lighting, advance signals, pedestrian refuge, markings, and school zone flashersThis part covers extra lighting and signs that make signals work better. It includes street lights near junctions, warning signals ahead, safe waiting spots for walkers, road markings, and school zone flashing lights for speed control.
Intersection street lighting placementAdvance signal and warning sign coordinationPedestrian refuge islands and beaconsCrosswalk and stop bar marking standardsSchool zone flashers and timing plansLesson 2Cabling and power supply: types of power and communications cables, cable routing, jointing, earthing, and lockable enclosuresThis part deals with power and communication cables for signal systems. It covers cable types, voltage levels, laying methods, joining, grounding, and secure locked boxes that protect wires and connections.
Service feed, breakers, and metering optionsPower cable sizing and insulation ratingsLow-voltage and communication cable typesConduit routing, pull boxes, and slackGrounding, bonding, and surge pathsLesson 3Detection technologies: inductive loops, microwave/radar, video detection, and pushbutton detectors — strengths, limitations, and placement guidanceThis part looks at vehicle and walker sensor options, like loops, radar, video, and push buttons. It compares good points, problems, upkeep needs, and placement rules to get reliable triggers and avoid wrong or missed ones.
Inductive loop design and sawcut layoutMicrowave and radar sensor siting rulesVideo detection setup and occlusion risksPedestrian pushbutton placement and wiringDetection zone tuning and verification testsLesson 4Pedestrian and cyclist signal devices: accessible pedestrian signals (APS), countdown timers, tactile pushbuttons, and cyclist-specific aspectsThis part details walker and cyclist signal devices, including accessible signals, countdown clocks, touch buttons, and bike lights. It explains sounds, vibrations, visuals, placement rules, and timing for safe crossings for all.
Accessible pedestrian signal audible featuresVibrotactile indications and locator tonesCountdown pedestrian signal display logicBicycle signal heads and detection pairingTiming for pedestrians and cyclists at crossingsLesson 5Accessibility and visibility placement: pole and pushbutton placement for sightlines, tactile surfaces, wheelchair access, and safe waiting areasThis part focuses on placing poles, lights, and buttons for best visibility and access. It covers sight lines, touch guides, space for wheelchairs, and safe waiting areas that meet access and safety rules.
Primary and secondary signal sightline checksPushbutton reach ranges and clear floor spaceTactile paving at curb ramps and mediansAccessible waiting area width and gradingObstruction and clutter avoidance near polesLesson 6Poles, mast arms, and foundation design: selecting mast arm lengths, mounting heights, foundation depth, and wind/structural considerationsThis part covers choosing poles, mast arms, and bases. It explains picking mast arm length and height, checking spaces, and designing bases for soil, wind, and loads to keep things stable long-term.
Pole type selection and breakaway featuresMast arm length, rise, and signal placementVertical and lateral clearance requirementsFoundation depth, diameter, and rebar cagesWind loading, fatigue, and inspection cyclesLesson 7Signal head types and specifications: LED vs incandescent, aspects (3-, 4-, 5-section), sizes, and visibility criteriaThis part reviews signal light types, like LED and old bulbs, and explains lens sizes, light sections, and light performance. It also covers visibility needs, shields, and choices for different road setups.
LED vs incandescent performance and lifespan3-, 4-, and 5-section head configurationsLens diameters, symbols, and legendsVisibility distance and cone of visionBackplates, louvers, and sun phantom controlLesson 8Controller cabinet and controller unit selection: controller families, NEMA vs local standards, cabinet heating/cooling, surge protection, and backup power optionsThis part explains choosing controller cabinets and units, comparing NEMA and local rules. It covers box sizes, weather control, surge guards, wiring plans, and backup power to keep safe during problems.
NEMA vs local controller form factorsCabinet size, layout, and door securityHeating, cooling, and ventilation optionsSurge protection and grounding strategyUPS and generator backup integration
