Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SDNP-002
Organization's ID:
SOFC4-14-G10-00208-00 I SOFC4_-14-G10_-00176-00 I SOFC4_-18-G10_-00014-00
Organization:
Satellite Deployable Node Program
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
1 week & 24 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Satellite Communication Systems
Description

Objective:

This course is expected to provide the students with basic Satellite Communications (SATCOM) and Local Area Networking (LAN) fundamentals. Upon completion of this satellite communication course the student will be able to setup, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain the satellite antenna and establish a secure site and a satellite link for both Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and Commercial Satellites. The student will be able to setup, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain the three security level basebands providing secure data and voice services when connected to the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) network.

General Topics:

  • Safety, Security, Pre-Deployment Coordination
  • SATCOM Communication Operations
  • Networking and Computer Systems
  • Satellite System and Component Description
  • Setup
  • Operation and Maintenance of the Antenna and the Unified Baseband with System/Component Function and Capabilities
  • The Antenna Assembly for Multiple Frequency Bands and Acquiring the Satellites for both Government and Commercial Satellite Operations, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
  • Student Exercises
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)

Minimum Passing Score:

80%
Supplemental Materials