Interested in Tactical Data Link Training? Our Latest TDL Tech-Teach Newsletter is for you!

Welcome the latest TDL Tech-Teach newsletter which aims to keep the Tactical Data Link (TDL) and related community informed about developments in the SyntheSys Defence training business.  

Without a doubt, the appetite for TDL training is stronger than ever and with so much happening in the world right now both socially and commercially, we firmly believe that organisations can develop and maintain a competitive edge by filling any skills gap, investing in employees, and ensuring that knowledge pools are robust and superior.  So, it will come as no surprise that our global tour to deliver TDL training is in full swing, and we would like to thank our valued new and returning customers. 
 
Our latest newsletter offers information on future training dates, our customer successes and how to tap into FREE TDL training.
 
To read the latest newsletter, visit: http://resources.synthesys.co.uk/defence/newsletters/tdl-tech-teach-02.pdf
 
If you would like to talk to us about your TDL training requirements or would like to book onto one of our courses, start the conversation by emailing training@synthesys.co.uk

2022 Tactical Data Link Training Dates Confirmed

 

SyntheSys Defence is pleased to announce the confirmed training dates for 2022 Tactical Data Link (TDL) Training.

SyntheSys Defence is proud to offer a range of TDL training, including Joint Range Extension Application Protocol (JREAP), Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) Link 16, Link 11, Link 22, Network Design and Data Link Manager/Interface Control Officer (DLM/ICO) courses. These courses are designed to enhance the understanding of various TDL systems, operations, and responsibilities while providing a solution to the formal training gap that exists across both the Joint and Allied enterprise. Our data link training courses are all created in accordance with ATDLP-5.55 North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) training standards.

Highlights of some of the courses include:

The DLM/ICO course is our flagship, 15-day course which is designed to provide working knowledge to personnel whose role is to plan, build, manage, interact, develop and engage in Multi TDL Architectures and operations.  The course provides students with a fundamental understanding of various TDLs, then, using state of the art simulation tools, practically applies this knowledge to real world scenarios.

The JREAP course covers both the Joint Range Extension (JRE) Processor Hardware and the Application Protocol (AP) as defined in MIL-STD-3011.  The course explains the benefits of the JREAP and provides the technical detail of how the system works.

The Introduction to Link 22 course, gives students a sound theoretical knowledge of all aspects of Link 22 operations.  The areas covered by the course include system architecture, network structures and an in-depth look at the message catalogue and the capabilities provided by those messages.  Detailed message transactions can be demonstrated using the TACTX simulator.

The MIDS Link 16 Network Design and Management course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of MIDS Link 16 Network Design and Management.  Emphasis is placed on practical training, with students utilising both simulation and operational software applications. Students who wish to learn the more complex and advanced areas of MIDS Network Design (ND) are encouraged to undertake our 8-day Advanced Network Design training course.

With all these courses comes free advanced access to our SyntheSys Defence Community Portal.  In there, students have access to all course material along with our full inventory of TDL-related training recordings, downloads, resources, and tools. 

For more information, visit: http://www.synthesys-defence.co.uk/data-link-training.html. 

To discuss your training requirements or to secure your place on one of our 2022 courses, contact our training team by emailing: training@synthesys.co.uk

Data Link Manager / Interface Control Officer Summer Course Planned and Open for Registration | 12 – 30 July 2021 | Oeiras, Portugal

A New Year Brings a New Opportunity to Access Leading Tactical Data Link (TDL) Training! 

We are pleased to announce that registration is now open for our next classroom-based Data Link Manager (DLM) / Interface Control Office (ICO) course which will be taking place in Oeiras, Portugal between 12 – 30 July 2021.

The DLM/ICO course is designed to catapult individuals with little or no knowledge of TDL’s and associated responsibilities to a stage where they can successfully and efficiently carry out their duties.  The course provides students with a fundamental understanding of various TDLs, then, using state of the art simulation tools, practically applies this knowledge to real world scenarios.  The DLM/ICO course is based on North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) and United States (US) documentation fused with instructor experience.  The course relies on practical exercises and assignments which gives a working understanding of the course concepts.

If you are part of a Data Link Management Cell, or perhaps a Multi-Tactical Data Link Network Planner or Designer and would like to strengthen and deepen your knowledge base, this course is for you.

Or perhaps you are involved in TDL sustainment, TDL procurement or multi-TDL evaluation and would like a more rounded and comprehensive understanding of key TDL concepts and themes?

The DLM/ICO course caters to personnel from many different backgrounds and ultimately provides working knowledge to personnel whose role it is to plan, build, manage, interact, develop, and engage in Multi-Tactical Data Link Architectures and operations.

For more information about the course, details of the full syllabus or information on how to register to attend the course, click here.  To discuss your training requirements or to secure your place on the July course, please contact training@synthesys.co.uk.

Hosting a course provides several benefits, please let us know if you would like to host a future DLM/ICO or any other type of TDL related course.

SyntheSys Defence Welcomes James Norful

 

SyntheSys Defence is pleased to announce that James Norful has recently joined the team.  James comes to us having recently retired from the United States Air Force after serving 21 years in various assignments both in the States and within NATO.

Working as a Consultant, James will be primarily responsible for the delivery and maintenance of a wide portfolio of Tactical Data Link (TDL) training globally.  

James’ strengths lie across multiple TDL operations, training development, project management, strategic planning, and system engineering processes from design and development to validation and operation.

James has excelled as a data link subject matter expert providing student instruction, leading teams through test and evaluation processes, and course planning, with the ultimate goal of eliminating inefficiencies in a specific process for the benefit of everyone involved, from those participating in the system to the eventual stakeholders.  This unique blend of experience enables James to grow customer relationships and brings real value to our training customers.  Please join us in welcoming James to the team.

If you would like to discuss your current TDL training requirements and would like to hear more about how James can help empower your personnel through training and development, please contact us at; training@synthesys.co.uk

For more general information about our TDL training packages, visit: http://www.synthesys-defence.co.uk/data-link-training.html

BOOKING NOW OPEN: Data Link Manager (DLM) / Interface Control Officer (ICO) Course taking place 10 – 28 June 2019 in Halmstad, Sweden.

Are you part of a Data Link Management Cell, or perhaps a Multi-Tactical Data Link (TDL) Network Planner or Designer?  Are you involved in TDL sustainment, TDL procurement or multi-TDL Evaluation?  If so, our DLM/ICO course is designed to provide working knowledge to personnel whose role it is to plan, build, manage, interact, develop and engage in Multi-Tactical Data Link Architectures and operations.

At the request of the Swedish Joint Data Link Operations Cell (JDLOC), SyntheSys will be presenting a further 15-day Data Link Manager/Interface Control Officer (DLM/ICO) Training Course at the Technical Training School in Halmstad, Sweden between 10^th and 28^th June 2019.

The DLM/ICO course is designed to catapult individuals with little or no knowledge of TDL and associated responsibilities to a stage where they can successfully and efficiently carry out their duties.  The course provides students with a fundamental understanding of various TDLs, then, using state of the art simulation tools practically applies this knowledge to real-world scenarios.  The DLM/ICO course is based on North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) and United States (US) documentation fused with instructor experience.  The course relies on practical exercises and assignments which gives a working understanding of course concepts.

Those with a need to expand their TDL knowledge in theoretical and practical areas of technical specifications, planning, operations, troubleshooting and analysis would benefit from attending this course.  Operational, management and procurement staff are routinely welcomed on the course, as are members of the industry who may be looking to build and design TDL systems.

For more information, including a detailed overview of how you will benefit from attending, a look at what lessons you can expect to learn, and booking information visit; https://bit.ly/2GO7JPz

If you would like to speak to one of our trainers about this course, or any other TDL training requirements, please email training@synthesys.co.uk or telephone +44 (0) 1947 821 464

SyntheSys Completes Combined MIDS Link 16 and Identification Friend or Foe Training Course

SyntheSys has just completed its first combined Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) Link 16 and Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) training to students from both the military and industry.  The course took place at the Institute of Directors in London, UK, where three days were spent on Link 16 training and one day on IFF.

SyntheSys Training Manager Paul ‘Ski’ Czajkowski, who led the course, said the subject area covered the basics through to Advanced Link 16, looking at both technical and operational use.  Ski said: “This training was important as the course attendees are specifically focused on MIDS Link 16 integration within their own national systems.  Consequently, there is a need to not only understand both the protocols and procedures as described in the various TDL Standards, but also how those are put into practice during actual operational use.  The students were fully engaged in the material which is very rewarding as an instructor.  All provided very positive feedback”.

The students’ interest around Link 16 protocols and best practices meant that the Link 16 simulator proved to be particularly useful.  This simulation is a unique feature of SyntheSys courses, and aids each student in exploring what MIDS Link 16 provides, both on the operational and technical front.

The IFF training day included the civilian Mode S technology and the military Mode 5.  The students were particularly interested in how both Modes S & 5 data is exchanged via Link 16, right down to bit level, and the transmission rules.

Ski added: “We are able to provide a variety of TDL courses at virtually any location around the world.  We work closely with our customers to identify the most productive course structure, thus ensuring their training needs are always met.”  Anyone interested in holding similar combined, or separate courses, can email training@synthesys.co.uk.

The latest SyntheSys Training E-Newsletter is out now!

In this issue, we bring you highlights from the second half of this year. Whether you are new to us or old friends, our hope is to keep you informed via stories and insights from our Training Division. Download now to read more about the application of the Data Link Manager (DLM)/Interface Control Officer (ICO) Training, along with details of organisations that have successfully completed SyntheSys training.  Read the newsletter here

SyntheSys hits the ground running with the first 2017 Data Link Manager/Interface Control Officer (DLM/ICO) course taking place at the Combined Air Operations Centre (CAOC) Uedem

SyntheSys Training Services is delighted to announce that the first DLM/ICO course of 2017 will be held at the CAOC Uedem, Germany.  The course will be held between the 20 February and 10 March with NATO once again hosting the event.  NATO personnel from a variety of positions will be in attendance, along with other personnel from a range of nations and organisations across Europe. 

All attendees who undertake the three-week course leave with a comprehensive understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a DLM/ICO.  The added benefit and use of extensive practical exercises and simulation create an enjoyable learning environment. 

If you would like to join the course or would like to know more about the Learning Outcomes within the syllabus, then please contact us at 

training@synthesys.co.uk  

SyntheSys to Provide TDL Training to United Kingdom Joint Data Link Management Organisation (UKJDLMO)

We are delighted to have been awarded a 2 year contract to provide Advanced Link 16 and multi TDL training to the UKJDLMO and other invited UK personnel from all 3 services.  The training will be in 2 parts, a 3 day Advanced Link 16 course and a further 12 days looking at multi TDL planning and operations.  As well as the standard Power Point presentations, the students will benefit from a range of practical exercises utilising our unrivalled suite of real tools and simulation.  For this course we will use the Data Link Training Suites (DLTS) 11 & 16 which provide a realistic data link network in a classroom environment.  We will also use the TACTX multi TDL simulator, Hewlett Packard’s Tactical Network Design Station (TNDS), Joint Range Extension (JRE) and, for the first time, the TacPlan multi TDL planning tool.

To ensure a complete understanding of the material presented, we will also utilise another addition to our training capability, the Qwizdom interactive question and answer system.  Each student will be provided with a handset enabling them to answer a test of understanding given at the end of each day.  The system then provides immediate feedback to the instructors indicating that the subject has been properly understood.  It also provides data to ensure fully focussed review and consolidation sessions.

The first course will start at the end of June 2015,  SyntheSys looks forward to working with the UKJDLMO and providing the knowledge transfer required to enable the attendees to carry out their duties more effectively and efficiently.

For further details on TDL and other related training courses we provide visit http://www.synthesystraining.co.uk or contact us by emailing training@synthesys.co.uk.