Hands-on Military Communication Workshop by Tonex
This intensive 2-day training covers military radio communications, frequency bands (HF, VHF, UHF), satellite phones, satellite broadband, antennas, electronic warfare (EW), signals intelligence (SIGINT), and direction finding.
Participants will gain hands-on experience with military radio systems and learn how to operate them effectively in modern battlefield environments, including contested electromagnetic spectrum scenarios.
The course is designed to improve tactical communication proficiency and prepare participants for real-world military operations in contested environments.
Who Should Attend?
- Military personnel and defense contractors
- Communication officers and operators
- EW and SIGINT specialists
- Tactical and strategic planners
- Defense industry professionals
Learning Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will:
- Understand the fundamentals of military radio communication and its operational environment.
- Learn the characteristics and applications of HF, VHF, and UHF in military operations.
- Operate satellite phones and satellite broadband systems for secure long-range communications.
- Gain knowledge of antenna types, selection, and setup for optimal performance.
- Understand Electronic Warfare (EW) and how it impacts communication networks.
- Learn the principles of SIGINT and direction finding in combat and intelligence operations.
Course Modules:
Day 1: Military Communication and Radio Fundamentals
Module 1: Introduction to Military Communications
- Role of radio communication in modern warfare
- Overview of tactical and strategic communication systems
- Secure communication protocols and encryption
Module 2: Frequency Bands and Their Applications
- HF (High Frequency): Long-range communication, propagation, NVIS (Near Vertical Incidence Skywave)
- VHF (Very High Frequency): Line-of-sight (LOS) communication, use in ground and air operations
- UHF (Ultra High Frequency): Tactical applications, SATCOM compatibility
Module 3: Military Radio Systems & Hands-On Operation
- Overview of military radios (e.g., Harris, Thales, AN/PRC series)
- Setting up and configuring military radios
- Hands-on exercise: Establishing HF, VHF, and UHF connections
Module 4: Satellite Communication in Military Operations
- Satellite phones and broadband: Applications in remote operations
- MILSATCOM (Military Satellite Communications) overview
- Secure satellite communication and encryption techniques
- Hands-on exercise: Setting up and testing a satellite phone
Module 5: Antennas and RF Propagation
- Types of antennas (whip, dipole, directional, Yagi, helical)
- Antenna selection for different operational environments
- Practical considerations: Gain, impedance, polarization
- Hands-on: Antenna assembly and testing
Day 2: Advanced Military Communication Techniques and Countermeasures
Module 6: Electronic Warfare (EW) & Communications
- Understanding Electronic Warfare (EW) and its impact on radio operations
- Electronic Attack (EA): Jamming, spoofing, and denial of service
- Electronic Protection (EP): Anti-jamming techniques, frequency hopping
- Electronic Support (ES): Identifying and monitoring enemy transmissions
Module 7: SIGINT and Direction Finding (DF)
- Signals Intelligence (SIGINT): Interception and analysis of enemy communications
- Direction Finding (DF) Techniques: Triangulation, TDOA (Time Difference of Arrival)
- Hands-on Exercise: Identifying and locating a signal source
Module 8: Tactical Communication and Battlefield Networks
- Integrating radio networks with battlefield management systems (BMS)
- Interoperability with coalition forces: NATO STANAGs and protocols
- Case study: Tactical communication in a modern battlefield scenario
Module 9: Communication Security and Redundancy
- Secure transmission methods and encryption standards
- Redundancy planning: Ensuring communication resilience
- Case study: Managing comms under EW and jamming attacks
Module 10: Field Exercises and Final Evaluation
- Scenario-based exercises testing all learned skills
- Practical test: Setting up a full tactical communication network
- Q&A and final debriefing
Training Format:
- Instructor-led sessions with real-world military case studies
- Hands-on exercises with military radio and communication equipment
- Scenario-based training for real-world application