Microwave Link Planning (On-Demand)

• ITU-R and CEPT recommendations
• ETSI standards
• Spectrum management and channel plans
• Frequency assignment
• Digital radio performance characteristics
• Noise and interference in radio systems
• Reliability, availability and performance objectives
• Microwave antennas and feeders
• Radiation Pattern Envelopes (RPEs)

• Refraction, k-factor, reflection and diffraction
• Path profiling and Fresnel zone clearance
• Power budgets
• Rain and Multipath/Dispersive fade margins
• Dimensioning space and frequency diversity
• Interference management
• Practical link planning exercises
• Practical exercises, including design of a fixed link transmission network.

On-Demand Online Training

Our self-paced on-demand distance learning programmes are accessible on any computer, tablet or smartphone and allow you to study at a time and location that is convenient to you.

Each course includes:

• Illustrated Course Books - featuring leading edge knowledge from subject matter experts.
• Videos - Detailed videos expand the points covered in the course books, discussing topics in greater depth. 
• Tutor Support – Dedicated course tutors are available to answer any questions you might have throughout your studies.
• Formative Assessment - Modules include regular quizzes to support learning by testing your knowledge of the subject matter.
• Certification– Successfully complete the end of module tests to earn Digital Badges to demonstrate the depth of your knowledge of the topic.