Fundamentals of Electromagnetic Warfare Course

This course is a concepts-driven, 3-day, introductory course to Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO) with theory presented with minimal mathematics. This is an ideal course for those in the defense industry or government who are new to EMSO or in need of a refresh.  The course includes lectures and practical exercises. But what makes our course unique is the use of a simulated virtual battlespace that includes the electromagnetic environment.

The virtual battlespace is modeled using Modern Air Combat Environment (MACE) software. MACE is a physics-based application with a large and user-extensible order of battle, capable of many-on-many simulations yet having very high fidelity at the tactical engagement level. MACE simulates advanced, 5th generation systems including low observable platforms and Active and Passively Electronically Scanned Arrays (AESA and PESA radar) as well as highly contested battlespaces and full Integrated Air Defense Systems (IADS) comprised of Early Warning, Acquisition, Height Finding and Target Tracking radar. Each sensor is modeled down to the pulse level to include the dynamic generation of high-fidelity emitter audio. MACE also simulates air-to-air and surface-to-air missile fly-outs and air-to-ground weapons and ballistics.

1. Introduction to Electromagnetic Warfare (EW)
   • EW Overview/Doctrine
   • EW Subdivisions
     • Electromagnetic Support (ES) Concepts
     • Electromagnetic Attack (EA) Concepts
     • Electromagnetic Protection (EP) Concepts

2. Radio Frequency (RF) Radiation and the Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS)
   • RF characteristics (frequency, wavelength, etc.)
   • RF propagation
   • EMS
3. Introduction to Radar
   • History and Basic Radar Operations
   • Antennas, Receivers & Processing
   • Basics of radar systems
   • Radar principles
   • Radar system components
4. Communications Systems
   • Communication Systems Components
   • Frequency Bands
   • Communication Modes
5. Integrated Air Defense Systems (IADS) and EW Trends
   • IADS History
   • IADS Functions & Components
   • Kill Chain Concept
   • Modern IADS & EW Trends
6. RF Threat Systems
   • Threat radar systems (legacy and new-generation systems)
   • Surface-to-Air Missiles (SAMs)
   • Anti-Aircraft Artillery (AAA)
   • Air Interceptors (Ais)
7. Electro-Optical (EO) and Infrared (IR) Fundamentals & Countermeasures
   • Basic EO and IR Theory
   • EO/IR Signatures
   • IR Seekers
   • Flare characteristics
   • Flare and IRCM employment

Location

Atkinson Aeronautics & Technology, Inc, 16414 San Pedro Ave, Ste 1000, San Antonio, TX

Cost

$1,395 per person.

Contact

Call John Thurman at 210-899-1859 for additional course information or to discuss your organization’s training needs.