Providing our engineers with quality training is a key factor in achieving NATS’ exemplary safety record. Now our dedicated training department is able to offer you the courses listed below at competitive prices. Please contact us at sales.info@nats.co.uk to book a course.
This list illustrates the type of training we specialise in. However, if what you are seeking is not shown here, or to discuss how we could tailor a course to meet your needs, then please contact us at tts@nats.co.uk.
| Course Ref | Course Title | Course Aims |
|---|---|---|
| 0031 | Introduction to NAVAIDs | To introduce delegates to a generic NAVAIDS system |
| 0040 | Practical Radar Technology | To train AIR TRAFFIC ENGINEERS in the principles of Primary and Secondary Radar and its uses in Air Traffic Operations |
| 0042 | Introduction to Radar Systems | To train delegates in the principles of Primary and Secondary Radar and its use in Air Traffic Operations |
| 0090 | IRVR | To train delegates to set up and maintain the AGIVIS RIVR system to the standard operating conditions laid down in applicable maintenance Schedule/s and to enable the diagnoses of faults to line replacement unit level. |
| 0091 | IRVR 2000 | To train NATS Air Traffic Engineers to set up and maintain the AGIVIS RIVR 2000 system to the standard operating conditions laid down in the relevant NATS maintenance Schedule/s and to enable the diagnoses of faults to line replacement unit level. |
| 0572 | Fernau 2020 DME – Restoration (Depth B) | To train Air Traffic Engineers to restore to operational service and maintain the equipment to depth B rating |
| 0573 | Fernau 2020 DME – Practical | To train Air Traffic Control Engineers to perform in depth analysis of operational fault conditions |
| 0820 | Fernau DRDF | To train delegates to set up and maintain the FERNAU DRDF to the standard operating conditions as defined in the applicable maintenance specifications and to enable the diagnosis of faults to line replacement unit level. |
| 1070 | SRR 950 Maintenance | To train Air Traffic Engineers to set up and maintain the Cossor SSR 950 radar system to the standard operating conditions, to enable the diagnosis of faults to line replacement unit level and restore the system to full operation |
| 1360 | Secondary Monopulse Plot Extractor (SMPE) | To train Air Traffic Engineers to maintain serviceability of the SMPE equipment. This will be achieved with theory training in SMPE systems coupled with practical training designed to ensure the student is capable of maintaining the equipment in a serviceable state in an operational environment |
| 1550 | ILS THOMSON 381T | To train Air Traffic Engineers to set up and maintain the Thomson CSF 381T ILS system to the standard operating conditions and to enable the diagnosis of faults in the system of the level of Line Replaceable Units (LRU’s) |
| 1620 | MONOPULSE SSR OVERVIEW | To introduce Air Traffic Engineers to monopulse Secondary Surveillance Radar The course is designed to be a stand alone module of benefit to staff employed in a supervisory role or on related systems The course is pre-requisite for those staff programmed to attend the courses SSR 950, TTR 1070 and the SMPE, TTR 1360 |
| 1640 | RACAL DVOR MK 2A | To train Air Traffic Engineers in restoration and level A maintenance of the 3208 Racal DVOR MK 2A by fault diagnosis down to Line Replacement Units |
| 1920 | OJTI Techniques | To train personnel to give effective one to one on job-training sessions and debriefs in the working environment |
| 1990 | Plessey Watchman Radar System | To provide Engineering staff with the overall theoretical operation to the Plessey Watchman primary radar system |
| 1991 | Plessey Watchman System Overview | To provide Engineering staff with the overview of the Plessey Watchman primary radar system |
| 2111 | Air Ground Communications Systems Overview | To provide an overview of all elements within a generic AGA System |
| 2255 | Park Air Electronics UHF Transmitter – Type 1303 | To provide Air Traffic Control Engineers with a knowledge and understanding of the PAE UHF Transmitter Type 1303 to enable them to carry out equipment restoration and planned maintenance |
| 2256 | ROHDE & SCHWARZ / AFL Radio Equipment | To provide Air Traffic Control Engineers with a knowledge and understanding of the Rohde & Schwarz Transmitter (SU 451B), Receiver (E 401B) and Aerial Facilities Ltd (AFL) 6 Way Combiner Cabinet, hence to acquire the practical skills necessary to undertake Tx and Rx setting-up and line testing |
| 2260 | RADIO COMMUNICATIONS IN PRACTICE | To provide delegates with an overview of techniques and principles in voice and data communications over radio |
| 2501 | ILS THOMSON 381T COMPETENCT ASSESSMENT COURSE | To assess Air Traffic Engineers in their competence in meeting the requirements and procedures in maintaining the Thomson 381T Instrument Landing System |
| 3030 | HSA RADAR SYSTEM OVERVIEW | To provide Air Traffic Engineers with a description of what constitutes an HSA long range radar station. What are the requirements of such a radar station and the equipment chosen will be covered. The course depth is restricted to the function of each equipment. The Course is aimed at: Any engineer who is going to study any HSA related equipment in detail e.g. HSA 23cm RADAR – TRANSMITTER RECEIVER HSA 23cm RADAR – VIDEO PROCESSING Any engineer requiring system level understanding |
| 3133 | BARCO ISIS Display – Maintenance (TEAM B) | To train Air Traffic Engineers in the maintenance and restoration of the BARCO ISIS display and remedy faults down to line replacement unit (LRU) level to the requirements appropriate to Depth B rating |
| 3230 | Presentation Skills | To provide staff with a comprehensive introduction to the techniques employed in delivering effective Presentations. |
| 4000 | HARMER & SIMMONS “ER” SERIES BATTERY CHARGER | To provide Engineers with knowledge and understanding of the Harmer & Simmons ER series of Chargers |
| 4002 | HARMER & SIMMONS “SM1800” SERIES NO BREAK SUPPLIES | To enable Engineers to conduct the relevant maintenance operations by providing them with knowledge and understanding of the Harmer & Simmons NBS. This is a Depth B course |
| 4230 | AIX 3.2.5 User Course | To train students to perform basic tasks using AIX 3.2.5 operating system and its utilities |
| 4232 | AIX 3.2.5 Shell Programming & Utilities | To train the students to create and use AIX 3.2.5 scripts and utilities to assist with system administration tasks |
| 4238 | Linux & Unix Fundamentals | To describe and practice navigation through the use of Linux and Unix standard filing systems; open text and make simple modifications |
| 4420 | Data Communications Concepts & Practice | To introduce delegates to the concepts and practical considerations associated with networks |
| 4421 | Introduction to Data Communications | To introduce Engineers to the principles of data communications and networks. |
| 4422 | Introduction to Local Area Networks | To introduce Engineers to the principles and techniques employed in Local Area Networks. |
| 4423 | Introduction to Wide Area Networks | To introduce Engineers to the principles and techniques employed in Wide Area Networks. |
| 4424 | Cisco IOS Introduction | To introduce engineers in System Support, test or design environments to Cisco IOS-based switches. |
| 4427 | Puma 4300 Datacom & Telecom Analyser | To provide A Engineers with training in the practical application of the Puma 4300 Datacom & Telecom analyser |
| 4471 | Newbridge MUX 3630 | To enable Engineers to operate and maintain the 3630 MUX in operational service |
| 4500 | NDB (SA50) | To train Engineers to carry out preventative and corrective maintenance on the NDB (SA50) Non Directional Beacon and Southern Avionics Antenna Coupler |
| 4501 | NDB SA100 | To Train Engineers to carry out preventative and corrective maintenance on the SA100 Non-Directional Beacon and the Southern Avionics Antenna Coupler. |
| 4520 | ILS Park Air Systems NM7000A Depth B | To train delegates to Depth B engineering level as required by applicable maintenance specifications. Park Air Systems NM7013A (Two frequency Localiser variant A) will be used for training. Note: “variant A” equipment is the original range of equipment fitted at NATS |
| 4521 | ILS Park Air Systems NM7000A Depth A | To train delegates to TEAM A engineering level as required by applicable maintenance specifications. |
| 4522 | ILS Normarc 7000 COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT COURSE TEAM B | To assess Engineers in their competence in meeting the requirements and procedures appropriate to Depth rating B. The equipment used for training will be the Normarc NM7013A (2 freq localiser) and the Normarc NM7033B (2 freq glidepath) |
| 4523 | ILS Park Air Systems NM7000A/B Refresher | To refresh Engineers Park Air Systems ILS training; based on their previous Based B restoration course. The delegate will specify which topics they wish to revise (chosen from the objectives below) |
| 4524 | ILS Normarc 7000B Team B | To train Engineers to DepthM B engineering level. A Normarc NM7033B (Two frequency Glide Path variant B) will be used for training. |
| 4525 | Normarc ILS Variant A to Variant B crossover TEAM B | To train Engineers with Normarc ILS Variant A experience only to carry out maintenance and restoration of Normarc ILS Variant B equipment to Depth B level |
| 4526 | ILS Park Air Systems NM7000B TEAM A | To train Engineers to Depth A engineering level |
| 4527 | ILS System Requirements | - |
| 4570 | MARCONI COMMUNICATIONS SERVICE MONITOR 2945A | To provide Engineers with training in the practical application of the Marconi Communications Service Monitor |
| 4572 | ANRITSU ‘SITE MASTER’ User | To train Engineers to set up and use the Anritsu ‘Site Master’ aerial/feeder test set in order to verify the standard operating conditions laid down in the relevant Maintenance Schedule/s and to enable the diagnosis of the range of faults associated with VHF, UHF aerials/feeders and inter-site microwave link dishes and associated waveguide |
| 4900 | MODE S PRINCIPLES | To provide an introduction to the principles and concepts of operation of SSE Mode S |
| 6400 | ATC Familiarisation | To provide non-ATC participants with a basic understanding of the roles and workings of Air Traffic Control |