ATSEP.BAS

ATSEP BASIC

ATSEP.BAS.IND

INDUCTION

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1

INDUCTION

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.1

Training and Assessment Overview

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.1.1

Describe the training scheme and progression towards ATSEP competence

2

Initial (Basic and Qualification), S/E Rating and Continuation training; course aims, objectives, and topics

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.1.2

State the assessment requirements, procedures, and methods

1

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ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.2

National Organisation

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.2.1

Describe the organisational structure, purpose and functions of the service provider(s) and regulatory structures

2

e.g. headquarters, control centres, training facilities, airports, outstations, civil/military interfaces, regulatory interfaces

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.2.2

Describe the structure and functions of the major departments within the service provider

2

e.g. organisational handbook (plans, concepts and structure, finance model)

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.2.3

State appropriate accountabilities and responsibilities of the service provider(s) and competent authority

1

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ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.3

Workplace

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.3.1

State the role of trade unions and professional organisations

1

e.g. international, European, national, local level

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.3.2

Consider security of site facilities and personnel against unlawful interference

2

Environmental, physical and information security measures, employee vetting, and reference checks

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.3.3

Describe actions when suspecting a security breach

2

e.g. inform police, security agencies and managers; follow the security manual and/or contingency plan

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.4

ATSEP Role

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.4.1

Describe the key responsibilities of an ATSEP

2

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ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.5

European/Worldwide Dimension

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.5.1

Explain the relationship between States and its relevance to ATM operations

2

e.g. harmonisation, flow management, bilateral agreement, sharing of ATM relevant data, major studies, research programmes, and policy documents

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.5.2

Define the regulatory framework of international and national ATM

1

e.g. ICAO, European and national concepts, responsibilities

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.5.3

State the purpose of a range of international bodies

1

ICAO, EU, EASA e.g. ECAC, EUROCONTROL, RTCA, EUROCAE

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.6

International Standards and Recommended Practices

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.6.1

Explain how the regulatory environment of ICAO notifies and implements legislation

2

ICAO Annexes

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.6.2

State which major/key ATM engineering ‘standards’ and ‘practices’ are applicable

1

e.g. ICAO Annex 10, ICAO Doc 8071, ICAO Doc 9426-3, available EUROCONTROL standards, guidance material on reliability, maintainability and availability

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.7

Data Security

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.7.1

Explain the importance of ATM security

2

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ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.7.2

Describe the security of operational data

2

Secure, restricted access by authorised personnel

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.7.3

Explain security policies and practices for information and data

2

Backup, storing, hacking, confidentiality, copyright

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.7.4

Describe the possible external interventions which may interrupt or corrupt ATM services

2

Introduction of software viruses, illegal broadcasts, jamming, spoofing

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.8

Quality Management

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.8.1

Explain the need for quality management

2

e.g. ISO, EFQM (European Foundation for Quality Management)

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.8.2

Explain the need for configuration management

2

Importance for safe operations

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.9

Safety Management System

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.9.1

Explain why there is a need for high-level safety requirements for ATM/ANS activities

2

Safety policy and rules, system safety cases, system safety requirements

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.10

Health and Safety

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.10.1

Explain personal safety responsibilities in the work environment

2

Safety statement, first aid, rules about climbing

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.10.2

Explain potential hazards to health and safety generated by equipment, or contained within the work environment

2

e.g. health consequences of electric shock and static discharges, precautions with chemical products (batteries), mechanical hazards (rotating machinery/antennas), toxic materials (beryllium), biological hazards, faulty earthing

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.10.3

Describe fire safety and first-aid regulations and practices

2

Requirements and rules e.g. standards

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.10.4

State any applicable legal requirements and safety rules

1

National, international regulations e.g. for working on power supply and/or air conditioning

ATSEP.BAS.IND_1.10.5

Describe the main features and uses of the different types of fire detectors and extinguishers

2

e.g. VESDA, Type A, B, C, D extinguishers

ATSEP.BAS.ATF

AIR TRAFFIC FAMILIARISATION

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1

AIR TRAFFIC FAMILIARISATION

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.1

Air Traffic Management

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.1.1

Define Air Traffic Management

1

ICAO, EU regulations

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.1.2

Describe operational ATM functions

2

ATFCM, ATS, ASM

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.1.3

Describe ATM concepts and associated terminology

2

e.g. concepts: FUA, free flight, gate-to-gate, performance-based ATM operations (PBN, RCP), operational concepts (ICAO, EUROCONTROL, SESAR)

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.1.4

Explain the operational importance of technical services required for ATM

2

e.g. Interoperability

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.1.5

State future developments in systems and/or ATM/ANS practices which may have an impact on services provided

1

e.g. data link, satellite-based navigation, gate-to-gate (CDM), ATC tools, continuous approach, 4D trajectory, business trajectory, SWIM, NOP, SESAR (UDPP, modes of separation), ASAS

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.1.6

List the standard units of measurement used in aviation

1

Speed, distance, vertical distance, time, direction, pressure, temperature

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.2

Air Traffic Control

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.2.1

Define airspace organisation

1

ICAO Annex 11, Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 e.g. FIR, UTA, TMA, CTR, ATS routes

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.2.2

Describe commonly used airspace terminologies and concepts

2

e.g. sectorisation, identification of ATS routes, restricted airspace, significant points

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.2.3

State the general organisation of aerodromes

1

e.g. obstacle limitation surfaces, different departure and arrival trajectories, approach and landing categories, operational status of radio navigation aids

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.2.4

State the purpose of ATC

1

ICAO Doc 4444

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.2.5

State the organisation of ATC services

1

ICAO Doc 4444 e.g. area, approach, aerodrome control services

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.3

Ground-based Safety Nets

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.3.1

Describe the purpose of ground-based safety nets

2

e.g. STCA, MSAW, APW, runway incursion alerts

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.4

Air Traffic Control Tools and Monitoring Aids

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.4.1

Explain the main characteristics and use of ATC support and monitoring tools

2

e.g. MTCD, sequencing and metering tools (AMAN, DMAN), A‑SMGCS, CLAM, RAM, CORA

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.5

Familiarisation

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.5.1

Take account of the tasks of ATC

2

e.g. simulation, role play, PC, Part Task Trainer, observations in the operational environment

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.5.2

Explain the need for good communication, coordination and cooperation between operational staff

2

e.g. handovers, MIL/CIV, planner/tactical, SV Tech (SMC) and SV ATCO, site visit(s) to ATC units

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.5.3

Consider the purpose, function and role of various operational stations in respect of ATM-related operations

2

Site visit(s) to ATC units e.g. meteorological services providers, remote sites, airport operations

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.5.4

Define the phases of flight

1

Take-off, climb, cruise, descent and initial approach, final approach and landing

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.5.5

Recognise the cockpit environment and associated equipment, in relation to ATC

1

Relevant pilot HMI e.g. familiarisation flight or cockpit simulator training (where practicable), antenna

ATSEP.BAS.ATF_1.5.6

Define airborne collision avoidance systems

1

ACAS, EGPWS e.g. TCAS

ATSEP.BAS.AIS

AERONAUTICAL INFORMATION SERVICES

ATSEP.BAS.AIS_1

AERONAUTICAL INFORMATION SERVICES (AIS)

ATSEP.BAS.AIS_1.1

Aeronautical Information Services

ATSEP.BAS.AIS_1.1.1

State the organisation of the AIS

1

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ATSEP.BAS.AIS_1.1.2

Define the AIP

1

e.g. contents of AIP, AIC and types of publication: AIRAC, non- AIRAC, data collection and preparation, data format, distribution channels, supporting systems and tools

ATSEP.BAS.AIS_1.1.3

Define the aeronautical charting service

1

Types of aeronautical charts, operational use of charts, supporting systems and tools

ATSEP.BAS.AIS_1.1.4

Define the NOTAM services

1

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ATSEP.BAS.AIS_1.1.5

Define the ATS Reporting Office

1

e.g. purpose of flight plans and other ATS messages, types of flight plans (FPL and RPL), contents of flight plans and other ATS messages, distribution of flight plans and other ATS messages, supporting systems and tools

ATSEP.BAS.AIS_1.1.6

Define the European AIS Database

1

e.g. central single source, validation, redundancy, EAD structure

ATSEP.BAS.AIS_1.1.7

Define procedures for providing Communications, Navigation and Surveillance (CNS) data

1

Information of a permanent nature, information of a temporary nature, status report of NAVAIDs

ATSEP.BAS.MET

METEOROLOGY

ATSEP.BAS.MET_1

METEOROLOGY (MET)

ATSEP.BAS.MET_1.1

Introduction to Meteorology

ATSEP.BAS.MET_1.1.1

State the relevance of meteorology in aviation

1

Influence on the operation of aircraft, flying conditions, aerodrome conditions

ATSEP.BAS.MET_1.1.2

State the weather prediction and measurement systems available

1

wind, visibility, temperature, pressure, humidity, cloud base

ATSEP.BAS.MET_1.2

Impact on Aircraft and ATS Operation

ATSEP.BAS.MET_1.2.1

State the meteorological conditions and their impact on aircraft operations

1

e.g. wind, visibility, temperature/humidity, clouds, precipitation, pressure, density

ATSEP.BAS.MET_1.2.2

State the meteorological conditions hazardous to aircraft operations

1

e.g. turbulence, thunderstorms, icing, squall, macro bursts, wind shear, contaminated runway

ATSEP.BAS.MET_1.2.3

Explain the impact of meteorological conditions and hazards on ATS operations

2

Increased vertical and horizontal separation, low visibility procedures, anticipation of flights not adhering to tracks, diversions, missed approaches e.g. effects on equipment performance

ATSEP.BAS.MET_1.2.4

Explain the effects of weather on propagation

2

e.g. anaprop, rain noise, sunspots

ATSEP.BAS.MET_1.3

Meteorological Parameters and Information

ATSEP.BAS.MET_1.3.1

List the main meteorological parameters

1

Wind, visibility, temperature, pressure, humidity

ATSEP.BAS.MET_1.3.2

List the most common weather messages and broadcasts used in aviation

1

Meteorology messages: TAF, METAR, SNOWTAM, SIGMET Broadcasts: ATIS/VOLMET e.g. Regulation (EU) 2017/373 – Annex V (Part-MET)

ATSEP.BAS.MET_1.4

Meteorological Systems

ATSEP.BAS.MET_1.4.1

Explain the basic principles of the main meteorological systems in use

2

e.g. weather display and information systems, wind speed (anemometer), wind direction (weather vane), visibility (types of IRVR, forward scatter), temperature probes, pressure (aneroid barometers), humidity, cloud base (laser ceilometers)

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ATSEP.BAS.COM

COMMUNICATION

ATSEP.BAS.COM_1

GENERAL INTRODUCTION

ATSEP.BAS.COM_1.1

Introduction to Communications

ATSEP.BAS.COM_1.1.1

State the structure of the communication domain

1

Voice communication, data communication

ATSEP.BAS.COM_1.1.2

State major substructures of the communication domain

1

Air-ground, ground-ground, air-air communications

ATSEP.BAS.COM_1.1.3

State ATS requirements for safe communications

1

Safety, reliability, availability, coverage, QoS, latency

ATSEP.BAS.COM_1.1.4

State the aeronautical communication services

1

Mobile, fixed

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2

VOICE COMMUNICATION

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.1

Introduction to Voice Communications

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.1.1

Describe system architecture

2

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ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.1.2

Explain the purpose, principles and role of voice communication systems in ATS

2

e.g. audio bandwidth, dynamic range, fidelity, routing, switching, lineside/deskside, coverage, communication chain between controller and pilot

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.1.3

Describe the way in which voice communication systems function

2

VoIP VCS, analogue/digital comparisons, distortion, harmonics

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.1.4

State methods used to route and switch voice communications

1

e.g. multichannels, multi-users, party lines, VHF/UHF linkage, HF, SELCAL

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.1.5

State how systems interface to produce an integrated service to ATS

1

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ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.1.6

State radio spectrum and frequency allocation constraints and procedures

1

Spectrum, interference sources, commercial allocations, world radio conference, ITU, efficient utilisation of frequency bands, channel spacing

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.1.7

State voice recording systems in use

1

e.g. digital recording equipment

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.1.8

State ICAO and local legal requirements regarding recording and retention of voice communications

1

Regulatory requirements, incident recording and playback, recording equipment

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.1.9

State the purpose of ATIS and VOLMET

1

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ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.2

Air-Ground Communication

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ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.2.1

State the functions and basic operation of routing and switching equipment in use in the ATS environment

1

Voice switching

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.2.2

Describe the purpose and operation of the elements of a communication chain in use in the ATS environment

2

Functionality, emergency systems, transmission/reception, CWP, on- board equipment e.g. channel spacing, antenna switching, CLIMAX, voting systems

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.2.3

State ways of achieving quality of service

1

e.g. importance of coverage and redundancy of equipment, overlapping coverage, backup system, functional redundancy vs element redundancy

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.2.4

Recognise the elements of the CWP that are used for air-ground communication

1

Frequency selection, emergency, station selection, coupling, microphone, headset, loudspeaker, footswitch, Push-To-Talk

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.2.5

List techniques and future developments which have, or may have an impact on ATS voice communications

1

e.g. CPDLC, VDL Mode 2

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.3

Ground-Ground Communication

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.3.1

State the functions and the basic operations of routing and switching equipment in use in ATS environment

1

General architecture

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.3.2

Describe how ground-ground systems interface to provide an integrated service to ATS environment

2

International/national links, ACC interoperability, voice and data integration

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.3.3

Describe the functionality of the elements of a ground-ground communication system

2

Main and emergency systems, interfaces to telecom providers e.g. MFC and ATS-Qsig, switching, local PABX equipment

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.3.4

Recognise the elements of the CWP used for ground-ground communication

1

Selection, emergency, loudspeaker, headset, microphone

ATSEP.BAS.COM_2.3.5

Describe developments in ground-ground technologies which may impact on ATS voice communication

2

TCP/IP, voice-over IP e.g. protocols future development

ATSEP.BAS.COM_3

DATA COMMUNICATION

ATSEP.BAS.COM_3.1

Introduction to Data Communication

ATSEP.BAS.COM_3.1.1

Explain the purpose, principles and role of data communication systems in ATS

2

e.g. terminology, principles and theory of networks, layering (OSI or TCP/IP), data links, LAN, WAN

ATSEP.BAS.COM_3.1.2

Define the concept of data transmission

1

e.g. packet switching, protocols, multiplexing, demultiplexing, error detection and correction, routing, switching, hops, cost, bandwidth/speed

ATSEP.BAS.COM_3.1.3

Describe the function of various elements of the data systems in use in ATS environment

2

Switch, router, gateways, end systems, redundancy

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ATSEP.BAS.COM_3.1.4

Define protocols in current use

1

e.g. TCP/IP, frame relay, asynchronous transfer mode

ATSEP.BAS.COM_3.2

Networks

ATSEP.BAS.COM_3.2.1

State ATS requirements for safe data communications

1

Reliability, availability

ATSEP.BAS.COM_3.2.2

Describe the different types of networks

2

LAN, WAN, ATN, national network for ATM e.g. satellite-dedicated networks, AFTN Priorities, rights

ATSEP.BAS.COM_3.2.3

State the functions of a network management system

1

e.g. SNMP

ATSEP.BAS.COM_3.3

Aviation Specific Networks, Applications and ATM/ANS Providers

ATSEP.BAS.COM_3.3.1

Name a range of air-ground aviation-related network concepts

1

ATN e.g. Subnetworks: ATN air-ground subnetwork, AMSS, VDL, HFDL Protocols: ACARS Communication service providers: ARINC, SITA

ATSEP.BAS.COM_3.3.2

Name a range of ground-ground aviation-related network concepts

1

ATN, PENS e.g. Physical networks: PENS, AFTN, RAPNET Communication protocols: IP, ASTERIX, FMTP Communication service providers: SITA, ARINC, national carriers, ANSPs Applications: AMHS, AIDC, OLDI

ATSEP.BAS.COM_3.3.3

Define SWIM

1

SWIM institutional framework and applications e.g. SWIM providers and users

ATSEP.BAS.NAV

NAVIGATION

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_1

INTRODUCTION

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_1.1

Purpose and Use of Navigation

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_1.1.1

Explain the need for navigation in aviation

2

Positioning, guidance, planning

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_1.1.2

Characterise navigation methods

2

e.g. historical overview, visual, celestial, electronic (on-board, radio, space-based and relative)

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_2

THE EARTH

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_2.1

Form of the Earth

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_2.1.1

State the shape of the Earth and its parameters

1

Oblate spheroid e.g. diameter, gravity, rotation, axis, magnetic field

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_2.1.2

Explain the Earth’s properties and their effects

2

Polar axis, direction of rotation

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_2.1.3

State the accepted conventions for describing 2D position on a globe

1

Meridians, parallels of latitude, equatorial plane

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_2.2

Coordinate Systems, Direction and Distance

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_2.2.1

State the general principles of reference systems

1

Geoid, reference ellipsoids, WGS 84 Latitude and longitude, undulation

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ATSEP.BAS.NAV_2.2.2

Explain why a global reference system is required for aviation

2

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ATSEP.BAS.NAV_2.3

Earth’s Magnetism

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_2.3.1

State the general principles of Earth’s magnetism

1

True North, magnetic North e.g. variation, declination, deviation, inclination

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_3

NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM PERFORMANCE

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_3.1

Factors Affecting Electronic Navigation Performance

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_3.1.1

State how radio waves propagate

1

Ground, sky, line of sight

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_3.1.2

State why the siting of a terrestrial navigation aid is important

1

Multipath, blanking

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_3.2

Performance of Navigation Systems

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_3.2.1

State the performance of navigation systems

1

Coverage, accuracy, integrity, continuity of service, availability

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_3.2.2

Explain the need for redundancy in navigation systems

2

Ensuring continuity of service, maintainability, reliability

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_3.3

Means of Navigation

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_3.3.1

State the different means of navigation

1

Sole, primary, supplementary

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4

NAVIGATION SYSTEMS

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.1

Terrestrial Navigation Aids

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.1.1

Explain the basic working principles of electronic positioning

2

Distance measurements (time and phase), angular measurements

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.1.2

Describe ground-based navigation systems

2

NDB, VOR, DME, ILS, DF e.g. TACAN, marker beacons

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.1.3

Recognise how the navigation information is displayed on the relevant pilot HMI

1

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ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.1.4

Explain the operational use of ground- based navigation systems in the different phases of flight

2

NDB, VOR, DME, ILS, DF

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.1.5

Recognise the frequency bands used by the ground-based navigation systems

1

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ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.1.6

State the need for calibration

1

Flight calibration, ground-based calibration and/or maintenance

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.2

On-board Navigation Systems

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.2.1

State the use of on-board navigation systems

1

e.g. barometric altimetry, radio altimetry, INS/IRS, compass

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.2.2

State the use of an FMS

1

Sensors, navigation database

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.3

Space-based Navigation Systems

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.3.1

Explain the basic working principles of satellite positioning

2

GNSS e.g. Galileo, GPS

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ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.3.2

Recognise the basic architecture of a core satellite positioning system

1

GNSS e.g. Galileo, GPS

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.3.3

Recognise the frequency bands used by the space-based navigational systems

1

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ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.3.4

State the benefits of satellite-based navigation

1

Global coverage, accuracy, time dissemination e.g. redundancy, interoperability, single set of avionics

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.3.5

State the current limitations of space-based navigation systems

1

e.g. single frequency, weak signal, ionospheric delay, institutional, military, multipath

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.3.6

Describe the basic working principles of satellite augmentation

2

ABAS (RAIM, AAIM), SBAS (WAAS, EGNOS), GBAS

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_4.3.7

State the current implementations of satellite-based navigation systems

1

Core systems: GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO , BEIDOU, Augmentation systems: RAIM, AAIM, EGNOS, WAAS, GBAS

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_5

PERFORMANCE-BASED NAVIGATION (PBN)

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_5.1

PBN

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_5.1.1

Describe the performance based navigation concept

2

ICAO Doc 9613

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_5.1.2

List the navigation applications in use in Europe

1

RNAV-5 (B-RNAV), RNAV-1 (P-RNAV), RNP approaches

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_5.2

Current Developments

ATSEP.BAS.NAV_5.2.1

State current navigation developments

1

e.g. 4D-RNAV, free routes, rationalisation plans, advanced RNP

ATSEP.BAS.SUR

SURVEILLANCE

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1

INTRODUCTION TO SURVEILLANCE

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.1

Introduction to Surveillance

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.1.1

Define surveillance in the context of ATM

1

What (positioning/identification) and why (maintain separation)

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.1.2

Define the various surveillance domains

1

Air-air, ground-air, ground-ground

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.1.3

List the surveillance techniques

1

Non-cooperative, cooperative, dependent, independent techniques

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.1.4

Define the current and emerging surveillance systems in use in ATM

1

Radar technology, ADS technology, multilateration e.g. TIS

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.1.5

Explain the role and the current use of surveillance equipment by ATM

2

Separation, vectoring, data acquisition Detection and ranging, safety nets e.g. weather mapping

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.1.6

State ICAO and any local legal requirements

1

e.g. ICAO Annex 10 Vol. IV

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.1.7

List the main users of surveillance data

1

HMI, safety nets, FDPS, air defence systems, flow management

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.2

Avionics

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.2.1

State the avionics used for the surveillance in ATM and their interdependencies

1

Transponder, GNSS, data link equipment, ACAS, ATC control panel e.g. FMS

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ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.2.2

Define the role of TCAS as a safety net

1

e.g. FMS

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.3

Primary Radar

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.3.1

Describe the need for and the use of primary radar in ATC

2

Non-cooperative detection, improvement of detection and tracking e.g. types of PSR (en-route, terminal, SMR, weather)

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.3.2

Explain the principles of operation, basic elements and overall architecture of a primary radar

2

Detection, range measurement, azimuth indication, Doppler shift, antenna system, TX/RX, signal processing, plot extraction, local tracking, data transmission e.g. use of the parameters of the radar equation

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.3.3

State the limitations of primary radar

1

Line of sight, environmental, clutter, no identification of the target, no height information (in case of 2D radar)

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.4

Secondary Radar

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.4.1

Describe needs for and the use of secondary radars in ATC

2

Cooperative detection, ICAO-defined standard, IFF, military and civil modes (include Mode S) and related code protocols, code limitations

e.g. identification, SPI, flight level, BDS, specific and emergency codes

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.4.2

Explain the principles of operation, basic elements and overall architecture of a secondary radar

2

SSR, MSSR, Mode S antenna, TX/RX, extractor, tracking processor e.g. use of the parameters of the radar equation

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.4.3

State the limitations of secondary radar

1

FRUIT, garbling, ghost reply, code shortage, cooperation by the

aircraft needed

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.5

Surveillance Data Message Format

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.5.1

State the need for harmonisation

1

Surveillance data sharing, interoperability

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.5.2

State the techniques used for transmission of surveillance data

1

e.g. point-to-point, network, microwave, satellite

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.5.3

State main formats in use

1

ASTERIX, etc.

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.6

Automatic Dependent Surveillance (ADS)

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.6.1

State surveillance-related FANS concepts and their impact on ATM

1

Sources of aircraft parameters (e.g. FMS outputs), communication mediums Application within oceanic and other non-radar airspace, ATC requirements

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.6.2

Explain the principles of operation, basic elements and overall architecture of ADS-C and ADS-B and the differences between them

2

Advantages/disadvantages, standards, data update rates

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.6.3

State the data link technologies proposed and the current situation of deployment

1

Extended squitter 1 090 MHz e.g. VDL 4, HFDL, UAT, AMSS

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Weather Radar

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.7.1

Define the use of weather radar in ATM

1

e.g. role in adverse weather in dense airspace, antenna, coverage, polarisation, multi-elevation scanning, frequency band

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.8

Integration of Surveillance Information

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.8.1

Describe complementary use of different sensors

2

-

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.9

Multilateration (MLAT)

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.9.1

State the use of MLAT in ATC

1

LAM and WAM

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.9.2

Explain the principles of operation, basic elements and overall architecture of MLAT

2

TDOA principle, hyperbolic positioning, accuracy, transmissions used

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.10

Airport Surface Surveillance

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.10.1

State typical ATC requirements

1

e.g. safety (aircraft and mobiles), clear runway, low visibility, collision warnings, displays, mapping, data merging, aircraft identification, ground mobiles

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.10.2

State the current technologies for airport surface surveillance

1

Radar-based and MLAT-based technologies, example layout of airport surveillance infrastructure e.g. other systems (acoustic, vibration, induction loop, video, infrared, GNSS, ADS-B)

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.11

Display of Surveillance Information

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.11.1

Recognise surveillance information on a display

1

e.g. PSR and MSSR tracks, position identification, FL, speed vector, RDP and FDP information

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.12

Analysis Tools

ATSEP.BAS.SUR_1.12.1

State analysis tools

1

e.g. SASS-C, SASS-S, RAPS

ATSEP.BAS.DPR

DATA PROCESSING

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1

DATA PROCESSING

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.1

Introduction to Data Processing

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.1.1

Describe the functions and generic architecture of the systems

2

Generic FDP and SDP overall functional block diagrams

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.1.2

Describe how the systems interface with other systems

2

Surveillance sensors, displays, NMOC, recording, international ATM networks e.g. safety nets, military interfaces

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.1.3

Define basic software functions/applications

1

FDP (IFPS, route processing, code/call sign correlation, code allocation, strip distribution, track labelling) SDP (coordinate conversion, plot and track processing, MRP, safety nets, track labelling)

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ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.1.4

State the legal aspects for data processing in ATM

1

Traceability and recording of data and actions, configuration control

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.1.5

State current developments and future possibilities

1

e.g. Coflight, iTEC, SESAR, multisensor tracking, SWIM, flight object

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.2

System Software and Hardware Principles

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.2.1

Describe the current hardware configurations used in ATM

2

Redundancy and backup e.g. driver, interfaces, hardware platforms, fault tolerant systems

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.2.2

Describe the current software platforms, used in ATM

2

Operating systems

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.2.3

Describe concepts of virtualisation in ATM

2

Virtual Centre (Remote CWP - SESAR) e.g. display virtualisation (RDU: Remote Display Unit), server virtualisation (server consolidation)

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.3

Surveillance Data Processing (SDP)

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.3.1

State ATC requirements

1

QoS, mandatory data recording, dependability

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.3.2

Explain the principles of SDP

2

e.g. single, multi, plot, track

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.3.3

Describe the functions of SDP

2

Plot processing, tracking, single sensor and multisensor tracker (e.g. radar, ADS, MLAT), estimating limits and accuracy of multisensor tracker, recording e.g. ARTAS tracker

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.3.4

Describe radar data inputs/outputs

2

Tracks, plots, messages, code/call sign, time, control and monitoring, conflict alerts, FDP interface, maps, adaptation

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.3.5

Describe the surveillance data-based monitoring functions

2

Safety nets, ATC tools e.g. safety nets: STCA, MSAW, APW, runway incursion alerts ATC Tools: MTCD, AMAN, DMAN, A-SMGCS

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.4

Flight Data Processing (FDP)

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.4.1

State ATC requirements

1

QoS, unambiguous, accurate, error free, timely

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.4.2

Explain the functions of FDP

2

Flight strip production, flight plan data updates, code/call sign correlation, flight progress monitoring, coordination and transfer e.g. CIV/MIL coordination

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.4.3

Define inputs and outputs

1

Flow control (NMOC/IFPS/FMP, ETFMS), flight strips/data displays, MRT, environmental data, static data, airspace adaptation

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.4.4

Describe the basic software functions/applications

2

FDP (IFPS, route processing, code/call sign correlation, code allocation, strip distribution, track labelling)

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.4.5

Describe the FPL data update process

2

Automatic and manual update

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.5

Human Machine Interface (HMI)

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ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.5.1

Describe the different display technologies and interfaces

2

Common graphic display interface, LCD, TFT, Touch Input Device, video interfaces, extenders e.g. DVI, HDMI, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt, video and USB signal extenders, video splitters and video frame rate encoders

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.5.2

Recognise what information is normally displayed on the ATCO and ATSEP HMI

1

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ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.6

Miscellaneous Information

ATSEP.BAS.DPR_1.6.1

State the additional data used by ATM system

1

e.g. MET, AIM (NOTAMs), CDM, aircraft data

ATSEP.BAS.SMC

SYSTEM MONITORING AND CONTROL

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1

SYSTEM MONITORING AND CONTROL (SMC)

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.1

Overview of SMC Function

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.1.1

Describe the principles and purpose of the operational management of the technical services

2

Service requirements, interfaces, boundaries of tactical responsibility

e.g. hierarchy of authority for the technical and ATC structures

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.1.2

Describe the technical system architecture of the SMC function and its subordinate systems

2

Main monitoring and control architecture e.g.

Surveillance: Radar stations, communications, processing, display Communication: TX/RX, circuit management, networks, HMI, standby facilities, recording

Navigation: NDB, VOR, ILS, DF

Facilities: Power, generators, UPS, battery, environmental (heating, cooling), fire and security

DP: FDPS, data communications

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.1.3

Describe the transfer of responsibility for a service

2

Operational and technical responsibility

Configuration and monitoring access and responsibility

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.2

System Configuration

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.2.1

Describe the range of configurations that can be used

2

Equipment or channel switching, parameter settings

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.2.2

Describe the general techniques that are employed to make configuration changes

2

e.g. physical switching

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.2.3

State procedures required to implement a planned major system change

1

e.g. safety requirement, authorisation, coordination, implementation plan, fallback strategies, major system change, activation of new version of software in a subordinate system, transfer of a service to a new system, change of a database

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.3

Monitoring and Control Functions

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ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.3.1

State the monitoring functions that are available

1

e.g. BITE, status, parameters, software and hardware watchdogs

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.3.2

State the control functions that are available

1

e.g. switching, parameters, set configurations

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.3.3

Explain the importance of SMC management and coordination of maintenance activities

2

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ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.3.4

State analysis tools associated with SMC

1

e.g. possible malfunctions (SASS-C, SASS-S, RAPS, track and noise monitoring tools)

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.4

Coordination and Reporting

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.4.1

State why coordination and reporting is required and how it is achieved

1

Facility interrupts, deconflict multiple outages, legal requirements e.g. causes: service failure, planned outage, loss of backup, software upgrade Relevant parties: external service providers, ATC, other centres Relevant information: NOTAM, logbook

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.5

Emergency Coordination

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.5.1

Describe situations where coordination and reporting will be necessary

2

e.g. hijack, mayday, R/T fail, loss of aircraft, MIL action, fire, flood, security, terrorist threat or action, medical

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.5.2

State which parties may be involved in the coordination and reporting of emergency situations

1

e.g. ATC supervisors (local and remote), ATSEP supervisors (local and remote), management, police, MIL, medical, accident investigation branch

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.5.3

Explain the responsibilities and/or duties of SMC members during an emergency situation by using an example scenario

2

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ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.5.4

State the succession of authorities and responsibilities in the event that the nominated person or function is not available

1

Hierarchy of responsibility

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.6

Equipment Operating

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.6.1

Define the principles and ergonomics of the HMI of the SMC central system and its subordinate systems

1

Permissions, control tokens, ergonomic conventions (e.g. green is good or safe, red is fail or unsafe)

ATSEP.BAS.SMC_1.6.2

State the routine tasks required and the criticality of their completion and any legal requirements

1

e.g. audio circuit voice checking, audio recording checking, archive media changing and storage, VOLMET

ATSEP.BAS.MTN

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

ATSEP.BAS.MTN_1

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

ATSEP.BAS.MTN_1.1

Maintenance Procedures

ATSEP.BAS.MTN_1.1.1

Explain handling precautions to be taken to ensure equipment protection

2

Isolation, protection devices, electrostatic sensitive devices, power supplies, heavy loads, high voltage

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ATSEP.BAS.MTN_1.1.2

Explain the classifications of maintenance

2

e.g. preventative, corrective, service configuration

ATSEP.BAS.MTN_1.1.3

Explain the maintenance strategy and rules

2

Organisation and planning of maintenance, rules controlling deviation from planned maintenance, intervention tracking, return to service

ATSEP.BAS.MTN_1.1.4

State the scope or responsibility of an S/E rated person

1

e.g. tracing maintenance actions and objectives, liability of maintenance personnel actions, safety of service, safety of equipment

ATSEP.BAS.FAC

FACILITIES

ATSEP.BAS.FAC_1

FACILITIES

ATSEP.BAS.FAC_1.1

Power Supply Systems

ATSEP.BAS.FAC_1.1.1

Define the performance for power supply systems in the operational environment

1

Availability, quality, Continuity of Service

ATSEP.BAS.FAC_1.1.2

Define the main features of current power supply systems

1

e.g. UPS systems, batteries and emergency generators, high voltage, earthing techniques, power provider(s)

ATSEP.BAS.FAC_1.1.3

Describe the power distribution system at an example operational site

2

e.g. power distribution redundancy, input, output, protections, measurements and monitoring, block schematic

ATSEP.BAS.FAC_1.2

Air Conditioning Systems

ATSEP.BAS.FAC_1.2.1

State the function, appropriate terminology and performance of current air conditioning systems in use

1

e.g. air conditioning, water cooling, humidity control, air filtering system, visit to stations

ATSEP.BAS.FAC_1.2.2

State the importance and criticality of maintaining a controlled environment

1

Short- and long-term effect on people and equipment

ATSEP.QLF.SHR

ATSEP QUALIFICATION DOMAIN - SHARED

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF

SAFETY

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1

SAFETY MANAGEMENT

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.1

Policies and Principles

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.1.1

Explain the underlying need for safety management policies and principles

2

ICAO Annex 19, lessons learnt from events, evolving environment, requirements

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.1.2

State the safety management policy

1

ICAO Annex 19, priority of safety, the safety objective of ATM, roles and responsibilities

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.1.3

Explain safety management principles

2

ICAO Annex 19, safety achievement, safety assurance, safety promotion

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.1.4

Differentiate the reactive and proactive nature of safety management policy and principles

3

e.g. ICAO Annex 19, nature of events, Swiss Cheese Model (J. Reason), events investigation, safety assessment

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.1.5

Explain the link between safety management principles and the life cycle of an ATM system

2

ICAO Annex 19, safety occurrences, setting of safety levels, system safety assessment, safety surveys, safety monitoring, system safety assessment documentation, lesson dissemination, safety improvement, use of safety data to assist in decommissioning or replacement of system

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.1.6

Appreciate the ATSEP role and responsibilities to safety management

3

Competency, occurrence reporting

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.1.7

State the role and content of a typical SMS within an ANSP

1

ICAO Annex 19

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.1.8

Explain the ‘just culture’ concept

2

Benefits, prerequisites, constraints

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.2

Concept of Risk and Principles of Risk Assessment

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.2.1

Describe the concept of risk

2

Types of risk, components of risk, risk contributors (people, procedure, organisations and equipment)

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.2.2

State ways of assessing risk

1

Risk comparisons, risk analysis

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.2.3

Describe the concept of risk tolerability

2

Risk assessment and mitigation, ALARP Principle e.g. Risk perception, risk management

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.3

Safety Assessment Process

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.3.1

Explain the methods for the assessment of hazards and possible failures

2

e.g. Failure and hazard brainstorm session, Fault tree analysis

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.3.2

Characterise the importance of adopting a total system approach covering human, procedure, organisation and equipment elements

2

ATM system description (including scope definition and limitation), end-to-end integrity of safety assessment e.g. Concept of TRM

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.3.3

Describe the overall safety assessment process and its relationships with risk assessment during the total life cycle of ANS system

2

Collection and presentation of results, contingency arrangements, back-up procedures e.g. Risk-based process, FHA, (safety objectives), preliminary system safety assessment PSSA (safety requirements), system safety assessment SSA (safety monitoring and evidence)

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.4

Air Navigation System Risk Classification Scheme

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.4.1

Describe the ATM system risk classification scheme

2

e.g. Scenario of failure of air navigation system (incident chain), component of a risk classification scheme, severity classes, probability classes (qualitative and quantitative)

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.5

Safety Regulation

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.5.1

Describe the role of safety regulation

2

The purpose of European (EASA, EU) regulations and international standards, objective of the national regulator

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.5.2

Explain the relationship between the safety regulation documents

2

ICAO documentation (SARPS), EASA/EU Regulations, AMCs and GM, national regulation

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.5.3

Explain how the safety regulation documents affect ATM service provision

2

ICAO documentation (SARPS), EASA/EU Regulations, AMCs and GM, national regulation

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.SAF_1.5.4

Explain the interface between the safety regulator and the ANSP

2

Information to be provided to regulator by ANSP and vice versa, importance of incident reporting

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HAS

HEALTH AND SAFETY

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HAS_1

HAZARD AWARENESS AND LEGAL RULES

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HAS_1.1

Hazard Awareness

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HAS_1.1.1

Consider potential hazards to health and safety generated by equipment used in the functional system

2

e.g. mechanical hazards, electrical hazards (LV, HV, EMI), chemical hazards

DP: none

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HAS_1.2

Regulations and Procedures

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HAS_1.2.1

State applicable international requirements

1

e.g. European and industry standards

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HAS_1.2.2

State any applicable national requirements

1

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HAS_1.2.3

Describe safety procedures or measures for persons working on or near relevant equipment and generally in working environment

2

e.g. Protection and isolation (clothing, tools), fire extinguisher types, safety man presence, safety interlocks, isolating switches, security of the site, climbing procedures, earthing, direct or indirect contact with HV

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HAS_1.3

Handling of Hazardous Material

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HAS_1.3.1

State European and local regulations for electronic device disposal

1

Protection of environment e.g. WEEE (Directive 2012/19/EU), ROHS (Directive 2011/65/EU) and other corresponding European Regulations

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF

HUMAN FACTORS

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_1

INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN FACTORS

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_1.1

Introduction

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_1.1.1

Explain why human factors are particularly important in the ATM environment

2

Historical background, safety impact on ATM, incidents

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_1.1.2

Define human factors

1

e.g. ICAO Human Factors Training Manual

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_1.1.3

Explain the concept of systems and its relevance in the ATM environment

2

People, procedures, equipment

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_1.1.4

Explain the use of the SHELL model

2

e.g. ICAO Human Factors Training Manual, visits to OPS and technical rooms

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_1.1.5

State the factors which can affect personal and team performance

1

e.g. psychological, medical, physiological, social, organisational, communication, stress, human error, working knowledge and skills

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_2

WORKING KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_2.1

ATSEP Knowledge, Skills and Competence

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_2.1.1

Explain the importance of maintaining and updating professional knowledge and skills

2

Assure safety

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_2.1.2

Explain the importance of maintaining non-technical skills and professional competence

2

e.g. communication, human relationship, knowledge of environment, human limit awareness

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_2.1.3

State the available means to maintain professional knowledge and skills

1

e.g. practice, personal study, briefing, seminars, courses, technical periodicals, technical books, OJT, simulation, CBT, e-learning, visits, feedback, TRM

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PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_3.1

Cognition

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_3.1.1

Describe major aspects of human information processing

2

Attention, memory, situation awareness (perception, comprehension, projection), decision making, action, feedback, environment

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_3.1.2

Describe the factors which influence information processing

2

e.g. stress and strain, experience, knowledge, distraction, interpersonal relations, working environment, risk perception, attitude, workload, fatigue, confidence, job security

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_3.1.3

Characterise factors which influence information processing

3

e.g. case study, simulation, role playing

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_4

MEDICAL FACTORS

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_4.1

Fatigue

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_4.1.1

Describe the effect of fatigue on human performance

2

Physiological, cognitive and relational effects e.g. lack of concentration, irritability, frustration

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_4.1.2

Recognise the signs of fatigue in oneself and in others

1

e.g. making frequent mistakes, unable to concentrate, lack of normal

humour, sleeping and/or eating disorders

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_4.1.3

Explain how to respond to indications of fatigue in an appropriate manner

2

Take time off, rest for short periods of time, seek professional help

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_4.2

Fitness

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_4.2.1

Describe signs of lack of personal fitness

2

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_4.2.2

Describe actions to prevent or resolve lack of personal fitness

2

Healthy lifestyle e.g. healthy diet, sleeping, physical and mental activities

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_4.2.3

Explain the influence of psychoactive substances on human performance

2

e.g. nervous system, medication, smoking, alcohol, habitual and occasional use of psychoactive substances

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_4.3

Work Environment

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_4.3.1

Describe the influence of the work environment on human performance

2

Ergonomics, effects of noise, electromagnetic waves, temperature, working circumstances

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_5

ORGANISATIONAL AND SOCIAL FACTORS

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_5.1

Basic Needs of People at Work

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_5.1.1

Explain basic needs of people at work

2

e.g. balance between individual ability and workload, working time and rest periods; adequate working conditions, positive working environment

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_5.1.2

Characterise the factors of work satisfaction

2

e.g. money, motivation, achievement, recognition, advancement, challenge

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_5.2

Team Resource Management (TRM)

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_5.2.1

State the objectives of TRM

1

Experience sharing, feedback, improved interpersonal relations, indirect increase in safety

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_5.3

Teamwork and Team Roles

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_5.3.1

Describe the differences between social human relations and professional interactions

2

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_5.3.2

Take account of reasons for loss of team effectiveness and actions to prevent it and prevent repetition

2

e.g. roles poorly defined, goals poorly identified, bad planning, too many leaders or not enough, respect for others, divergence in values, misunderstandings

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_5.3.3

Describe the principles of teamwork

2

e.g. team membership, group dynamics, advantages/disadvantages of teamwork

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_5.3.4

Appreciate reasons for conflict

3

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_5.3.5

Describe actions to prevent human conflicts

2

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_5.3.6

Describe strategies to cope with human conflicts

2

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_6

COMMUNICATION

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_6.1

Written Report

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_6.1.1

Describe the importance of recording information by writing effectively

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ATSEP technical report, logs, system degradation reports, specification, system manager report

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_6.1.2

Use appropriate terminology to communicate effectively in writing

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Be concise, clear; common technical terms; convey key points

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_6.2

Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_6.2.1

Describe the human communication process

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_6.2.2

Characterise the factors which affect verbal communication

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e.g. Cognitive: lack of knowledge of the procedures, of technical terms, workload, poor receiver references

Affective: being shy, feelings of not being listened to, not being part of the group, not being assertive, poor eye contact while talking, stress

Physiological: stuttering, low voice level

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_6.2.3

Describe factors which affect non- verbal communication

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e.g. touch, noise, interruption, body language

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_6.2.4

Use appropriate vocabulary to communicate effectively on technical matters

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Technical ‘jargon’, language differences, standard words/phrases

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_6.2.5

Use appropriate language for professional communication with non-ATSEP

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Term sharing, translation, being concise, simple words, selection of information and detail level according to the receiver

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_7

STRESS

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_7.1

Stress

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_7.1.1

Explain the process of stress

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Causes, stress mechanism, consequences in different work situations (e.g. online intervention, maintenance, training)

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_7.1.2

State the symptoms of stress

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e.g. frustration, anger, irritability, aggressive and/or irrational behaviour, helplessness

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_7.2

Stress Management

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_7.2.1

Explain to relieve or minimise stress in self and/or others

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The effect of personality in coping with stress, benefits of active stress management

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_7.2.2

Appreciate how assistance is obtained in stressful situations

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Benefits of asking, offering and accepting help in stressful situations e.g. CISM

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_7.2.3

Recognise the effects of shocking and stressful situations

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For oneself and for others, abnormal situations

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_7.2.4

Consider the benefits of critical incident stress management

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_8

HUMAN ERROR

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_8.1

Human Error

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_8.1.1

Describe human error

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_8.1.2

Explain the relationship between human error and safety

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Mechanism, error-prone conditions, consequences e.g. Reason model, feedback

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_8.1.3

State different types of errors using an appropriate model

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e.g. Rasmussen model, Gagne model

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_8.1.4

Differentiate between errors and violations

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_8.1.5

Explain how to detect errors

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e.g. individual and collective strategy, event report, procedure

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_8.1.6

Explain, in general terms, how errors are mitigated

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.HUF_8.1.7

Describe two significant ATM incidents/accidents involving ATSEP/engineering contributory factors

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.FST

FUNCTIONAL SAFETY

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.FST_1

SAFETY ATTITUDE

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.FST_1.1

Safety Attitude

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.FST_1.1.1

State the role of ATSEP in safety management routines and in reporting processes

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Safety assessment documentation related to navigation, communication and surveillance system, safety reports and occurrences, safety monitoring

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.FST_2

FUNCTIONAL SAFETY

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.FST_2.1

Functional Safety

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.FST_2.1.1

Describe the implications of functional failures in terms of exposure time, environment, effect on controller and effect on pilot

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Total or partial, premature or delayed operation, spurious, intermittent, loss or corruption of data, missing or incorrect input or output

Ref.: safety policy and implementation

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.FST_2.1.2

Explain the need for NOTAMs

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e.g. for PBN and GNSS status

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.ISS

INFORMATION SYSTEM SECURITY

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.ISS_1

INTRODUCTION

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.ISS_1.1

Purpose and Principles

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.ISS_1.1.1

Define information system security and the relevant terminology

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e.g. information security, cyber security, network security, physical security, etc.

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.ISS_1.1.2

Define the regulatory framework

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ICAO, EU regulations, NIS Directive

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.ISS_1.1.3

List the concepts governing a security policy

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Security objectives, business continuity e.g. resilience, recovery plan

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.ISS_1.1.4

List the relevant security managerial personnel

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.ISS_1.1.5

Appreciate the security risk management system in an ANSP’s organisation

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Risk based approach, risk assessment, threats, vulnerabilities, residual risks, impact, likelihood, risk treatment

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.ISS_1.1.6

Explain information security frameworks

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e.g. ISO, NIST

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.ISS_1.1.7

Explain the Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability (CIA) concept

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.ISS_1.1.8

Appreciate the security threats faced by the functional system

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ATM/ANS

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.ISS_1.1.9

Explain different network and physical attacks

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DoS, DDoS, port scanning, network sniffing, spoofing, MITM, APT(Advance Persistent Threat) e.g. tailgating, crypto-jacking

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.ISS_1.1.10

Explain social engineering techniques

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Social networking, human flaws, phishing, spear head phishing

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.ISS_1.1.11

Explain different types of malware

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Viruses, worms, spyware, ransomware

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.ISS_1.1.12

Identify the different phases of security attack

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e.g. cyber kill chain, Swiss cheese model

ATSEP.QLF.SHR.ISS_1.1.13

Appreciate how to detect and stop security attacks

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e.g. cyber kill chain

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ATSEP.QLF.SHR.ISS_1.1.14

Appreciate a holistic security architecture

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Application security, network security, operating systems security, role of SOC/CERT, system of systems e.g. firewalls, proxies, routers, switches, network data flow, PKIs, DMZ, IDS/IPS, etc.

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ATSEP.QLF.COM

ATSEP QUALIFICATION DOMAIN - COMMUNICATION

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE

VOICE

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1

AIR-GROUND

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.1

Transmission/Reception

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.1.1

Appreciate typical measurements on a transmitter

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Frequency (single carrier, offset carrier), modulation, output power, SWR, adjacent channel power

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.1.2

Appreciate a generic radio transmitter

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Frequency power, modulation index, audio input level

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.1.3

Identify the main elements in a block diagram of a generic radio transmitter

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Characteristics (modulation, single carrier, channel spacing), functionalities

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.1.4

Perform typical measurements on a receiver

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Frequency, modulation, channel spacing, sensitivity, selectivity

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.1.5

Appreciate a generic radio receiver

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Signal to noise ratio, audio input level, frequency

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.1.6

Identify the main elements of a block diagram of a generic radio receiver

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Characteristics (single carrier, channel spacing, sensitivity, selectivity)

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.1.7

Characterise intermodulation and interference phenomena

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Collocation of multiple transmitters at the same radio site, external interference (jamming, etc.)

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.2

Radio Antenna Systems

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.2.1

Explain antenna parameters

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Impedance, polar diagram, bandwidth, gain, polarisation, types of antennas

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.2.2

Characterise the coverage of the radio system

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Polar diagram, types of antennas, frequency bands, propagation mode

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.2.3

Characterise link budget according to various conditions

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Output power, antennae, propagation, geographic, meteorological, day and night

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.2.4

Characterise the elements of a generic antenna system

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Filters, combiners, multi-cavity system

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.2.5

Consider the conformity of a system to ITU and national regulation

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Ref.: ICAO Annex 10 (VHF, UHF)

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.2.6

Appreciate measurements with generic radio test equipment

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e.g. Spectrum analyser, scanner

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.3

Voice Switch

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.3.1

Explain switching functionalities

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General architecture, digital, analogue, multiplex types, PCM e.g. cross-coupling, split headset (radio both ears, telephone single ear)

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.3.2

Explain the principles of non-blocking

switches

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Advantages, disadvantages, delays (digital)

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.3.3

Describe the signal processing all along the chain

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Signal tracing treatment, protocols (a few),

data flow

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.4

Controller Working Position

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.4.1

Describe the most common features of a controller working position and the HMI

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Frequency selection, emergency, station selection, coupling, headset, loudspeaker, footswitch, Push to Talk e.g. microphone (noise cancelling), short time recording

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.5

Radio Interfaces

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_1.5.1

Describe the different types of interface

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Internal, external, phantom signalling, in‑band signal

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_2

GROUND-GROUND

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_2.1

Interfaces

ATSEP QUALIFICATION - Streams

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COM-Voice

COM-Data

NAV-NDB

NAV-DF

NAV-VOR

NAV-DME

NAV-ILS

SUR-PSR

SUR-SSR

SUR-ADS

DPR-DP

SMC-COM

SMC-NAV

SMC-SUR

SMC-DP

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_2.1.1

Describe the different types of interfaces

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e.g. Analogue (2, 4, 6 and 8 wires), digital (ISDN; 64 Kb, 2 Mb, IP)

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_2.1.2

Explain the advantages and disadvantages of each type

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e.g. Analogue (2, 4, 6 and 8 wires), digital (ISDN; 64 Kb, 2 Mb, IP)

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_2.1.3

Operate measuring equipment

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e.g. dB meters, level meters, generators, sniffer

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_2.2

Protocols

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_2.2.1

Operate standard protocol analysers

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e.g. MFC R2 and/or ATS QSIG (rerouting), impulse dialling and DTMF dialling, ISDN, SIP, RTP

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_2.2.2

Analyse communication protocol with appropriate tools and documentation

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e.g. MFC R2 , ATS QSIG (rerouting), impulse dialling and DTMF dialling, ISDN, national protocols, SIP, RTP

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_2.3

Switch

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_2.3.1

State the similarities between ground- ground and air-ground switches

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Switching techniques

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_2.3.2

Describe the most commonly used functionality of PABX

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General architecture, digital, analogue, multiplex types, PCM30 e.g. IPBX

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_2.3.3

Explain conversion analogue-digital, digital-analogue

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General architecture, analogue-digital-analogue

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_2.4

Communication Chain

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_2.4.1

Appreciate the replacement of components in a communication chain in a safe way

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Continuity of service, communication chain integrity

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_2.5

Controller Working Position

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.VCE_2.5.1

Describe the most common features of a controller working position and the HMI

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ATSEP.QLF.COM.DTA

DATA

ATSEP QUALIFICATION - Streams

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COM-Voice

COM-Data

NAV-NDB

NAV-DF

NAV-VOR

NAV-DME