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Spectrum Management & Coordination for Satellite Communications

⏱ 5 Days 📍 On-site / Online

Overview

Participants will gain the expertise required to plan satellite networks, defend national filings, conduct successful coordination, contribute to shaping the future of the space spectrum landscape and prepare to WRC activities for satellite-related agenda items.

Course Objectives

  • Understand SatComs Systems Fundamentals and Architectures
  • Interpret ITU RR for Space Services
  • Manage Satellite Filings and Coordination Procedures
  • Defining National Frameworks for Satellite Licensing
  • Understand Future Trends

Short Outline

Day 1: Satellite Communications Fundamentals & System Architectures

Syllabus

  • Fundamentals of Satellite Communications
  • Orbital Characteristics
  • Link Budget for Satellite Systems
  • Interference in Satellite Environment

Practical/Hands-on Session

Simple satellite link budget comparison (GSO vs NGSO)

Day 2: ITU Radio Regulations & Satellite Coordination Framework

Syllabus

  • ITU RR for Space Systems
  • Satellite Filing Lifecycle: API, CR/C, CR/D, Part I/II examinations
  • GSO Coordination Process

Practical/Hands-on Session

Identifying coordination requirements

Day 3: Interference & Sharing Studies: Satellite vs Terrestrial & Sat-to-Sat

Syllabus

  • Satellite Interference Mechanisms and Coordination Principles
  • Sharing principles and criteria: C/I, I/N, Delta_T/T
  • GSO–NGSO coexistence rules and current WRC debates

Practical/Hands-on Session

Analysis of a GSO–NGSO coordination scenario

Day 4: Licensing Satellite Systems & National Regulatory Framework

Syllabus

  • National Licensing Frameworks for Satellite Services
  • Types of Satellite Authorizations
  • Spectrum Pricing & Auction Models
  • Implementing WRC Decisions

Practical/Hands-on Session

Drafting a sample earth station license

Day 5: WRC Agenda Items and Future Trends

Syllabus

  • Key WRC agenda items affecting satellite services
  • Non-Terrestrial Networks and Direct-to-device
  • Mega-constellations and Global Regulatory Challenges

Practical/Hands-on Session

Preparing a multilateral coordination meeting

Certification

Upon achievement of a Total score higher than 80%, participants will receive the Certificate: Advanced Professional in Satellite Spectrum Management.

Includes completion hours and a unique ACO verification reference.