This course introduces KNX System Integrators to the cybersecurity principles and practical skills needed to design and work with secure KNX installations. Through a strong hands-on approach, system integrators will learn how to use KNX Secure devices, configure secure communication, and apply KNX security concepts in real-world projects. By the end of the course, they will be better prepared to address cybersecurity requirements when designing, commissioning, and maintaining KNX installations.
To attend the KNX Secure course, the student shall have successfully completed the KNX Basic course.
Course format
The theoretical and practical parts of the KNX Secure course shall be organized face-to-face (F2F).
Practical training shall be carried out using KNX training rigs that meet the KNX Secure course equipment requirements.
Course content
The following topics shall be covered during the KNX Secure course:
| # | Topic | Location | Minimum duration |
| 1 | Importance of Cybersecurity for Building Automation | F2F | 1 h |
| 2 | KNX Secure—An Extension of the KNX Standard | F2F | 2 h |
| 3 | KNX Secure in ETS | F2F | 6 h |
| 4 | KNX Security Proxy | F2F | 2 h 30 min. |
| 5 | Introduction to NIS2 and the Cyber Resilience Act (Informative) | F2F | - |
| 6 | Theoretical exam | F2F | 30 min. |
All topics included in the official KNX Secure course documentation shall be covered within the required course duration.
Course requirements
The following requirements apply:
- The total course duration, including the theoretical exam, shall be at least 12 hours.
- The student shall attend at least 75% of the total course duration.
- The student shall have successfully completed the KNX Basic course before attending the KNX Secure course.
- The theoretical and practical parts shall be taught by a KNX certified tutor.
- At least 50% of the total course duration shall consist of practical training.
- During practical training, at least one KNX certified tutor shall be available for every 16 students.
- The practical training shall be carried out using KNX training rigs that meet the applicable KNX Secure course equipment requirements.
For more information, see Equipment for the KNX Secure course.
Exams
The KNX Secure course includes a theoretical exam.
The theoretical exam shall be organized face-to-face.
The student shall achieve at least 50% of the marks in the theoretical exam to successfully complete the course.
For more information, see Exam regulations for the different courses.
Certificate
After successfully completing the course and passing the theoretical exam, the student receives the official KNX Secure course certificate.
The certificate issued for this course type shall comply with the applicable KNX certificate template.