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Code

SMA 01

Institution

Department of Aeronautical Military Sciences – Florence

P.D.C. RINAM 646-2539 Commerciale 055-2704539.

Course Title

Leadership and Strategic Analysis (Regular Course/Master Degree)

Course Objectives

Regular course: To provide the necessary tools to express, as directive Officer, an efficient

leadership in all area of responsibility.

Develop knowledge, skills, competence necessary to be a key element

in the directive role of the Armed Force through:

- Studying the importance and use of Air Power competence and Air

Power doctrine in a joint combined scenario.

- Acquisition of expertise to use tools such as “problem

solving and decision making” techniques finalized to build and

solve "projects" of complex activities.

- Acquisition of analysis capacity about the international

relations system, with reference to national strategic goals.

At the end of the course, the student will get a second level master in

“leadership and strategic analysis” at the department of Political Science

and Sociology at the Florence University.

Foreign students, with qualification equivalent to high school diploma, can

only attend the two modules of the area "Political Strategic" and acquire

the corresponding credits.

Master degree: To provide the necessary tools to express, as directive Officer, the

knowledge and skills necessary for a successful integration in the context of

the decision F. A. and, in perspective, in joint and international sector. The

course builds leadership skills, seeking to develop and obtain the maximum

capacity in staff. It provides expertise to the optimization of resource

management, with a view to saving and voltage efficiency and

effectiveness. In addition, the course must:

enhance the expertise in relation to air power and the doctrine of use of

the Air Force, enhancing them in the inter-force and international

context;

develop innovative fields, in the various sectors of expanded interest

(social, economic, industrial, etc.), recognizing the most important

elements for national strategic interests;

develop an appropriate intercultural sensitivity, valuable for the

integration in military-civil level (CIMIC) and indispensable for mutual

understanding and active cooperation with non-governmental

organizations and the state joints too distant from the militar;

develop the ability to analyze the system of international relations, with

reference to national strategic objectives;

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reflection on the complex realities of the security and defense policy

and interpreting, analyzing the phenomena that take place on the

international scene, the elements most important aspects involving the

organization and the use of the forces.

Time Length 11/23 weeks in presence.

Course Language

Italian and English

Requirements

Master: Second level University degree or possession of qualifications

equivalent to those required;

REGULAR COURSE : High school degree

Knowledge of Italian language with minimum level "B2"

Notes Attendees will benefits, where applicable, of complete lodging at the ISMA

of Florence. Accommodation will be in a double room, equipped with TV,

fridge, heating, air conditioning, private bathroom and internet connection

Wi-fi.

Code

SMA 02

Institution



Course Title

TEACHING METHOD FOR FLYING INSTRUCTORS

Course Objectives

To provide tools about teaching techniques in order to give the instructor

the requirement to access the next training phase.

At the end the student will acquire:

The teaching methods to prepare and handle subjets in order to

transfer efficiently the instructor knowledge;

The teaching mentality and ability needed to be flying instructor,

facilitating the learning process and the standardization;

Time Length 5 working days .

Course Language

Italian

Requirements

Knowledge of Italian language with minimum level "B1"

Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Florence shall

be provided to participants by ISMA. Students will be lodged in double

rooms, up to the rank of captain, and single rooms (higher ranks).

All rooms are equipped with TV, fridge, heating, air conditioning,

private bathroom and Wi-fi.

During the first phase of the course, The Administration

will provide laptop computers to participants

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Code

SMA 03

Institution



Course Title

FORMATION COURSE FOR MILITARY TEACHERS.

Course Objectives

To provide participants with specific competencies needed to work as

“Military instructors”. Competencies include both previous courses teaching

methodologies, appropriately re-designed and so-called e-learning content

tutor competencies.

Time Length 17 working days in presence + 4 weeks distance learning

Course Language

Italian

Requirements

Good communication and interpersonal relationship aptitudes;

High speed Aeronet or Internet connection must be available at workplace;

Italian Knowledge minimum level “B1”

Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Florence shall be

provided to participants by ISMA. Students will be lodged in double rooms,

up to the rank of captain, and single rooms (higher ranks). All rooms are

equipped with TV, fridge, heating, air conditioning, private bathroom and

Wi-fi. During the first phase of the course, The Administration will

provide laptop computers to participants.

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Code

SMA 04

Institution



Course Title

UPPER FORMATION COURSE FOR MILITARY TEACHERS.

Course Objectives

To provide participants with the methodologies and instruments aimed

at enhancing their ability to implement and support innovative teaching

procedures in a continued improvement framework specifically intended

at developing innovative projects while ensuring the solidity and

continued development of the Air Force.

Objectives are met by developing knowledge and competencies within the

framework of innovative teaching procedures aimed at further

organizational development. In particular, activities aim at developing

professional figures able to implement innovative teaching procedures

which respond to Air Force specific requirements as a function of the

continued growth and changes in our different fields of activity.

The course, besides providing a structured approach to all managerial

aspects of training by illustrating them in a complete, in-depth manner,

focuses on the development and enhancement of some specific

dimensions which may develop, integrate and complete the different

professional figures that make up the Air Force.

Time Length 13 working days in presence + 3 weeks distance learning

Course Language

Italian

Requirements

Having attended the Instructors’ Training Course or Teaching

Methodologies

Course (integrated with the E-learning Further Training Course) proficiently;

Degree;

Language proficiency: Italian, minimum B2 level.

Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Florence shallbe


up to the rank of captain, and single rooms (higher ranks).

All rooms are equipped with TV, fridge, heating, air conditioning, private

bathroom and Wi-fi.

During the first phase of the course, The Administration will provide

laptop computers to participants.

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Code

SMA 05

Institution



Course Title

COURSE PLANNING, DESIGN AND EVALUATION FOR

DIDACTIC RESPONSIBLE

Course Objectives

To provide specific teaching competences to carry out

Teaching Supervisors tasks related to planning of complex

training courses and implementing efficient assessment systems.

Time Length 10 working days in presence + 15 working days at distance

Course Language

Italian

Requirements






Wi-fi.



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Code

SMA 06

Institution



Course Title

TEACHING METHOD FOR TECHNICAL INSTRUCTORS

Course Objectives

To provide tools about teaching techniques in order to give the instructor

the requirement to access the next training phase.

At the end the student will acquire:

The teaching methods to prepare and handle subjests in order to

transfer efficiently the instructor knowledge;

The teaching mentality and ability needed to be flying instructor,

facilitating the learning process and the standardization;

Time Length 5 working days

Course Language

Italian

Requirements

Italian language knowledge (minimum “B1”).





Wi-fi.



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Code

SMA 07

Institution



Course Title

TRAINING COURSE E-TUTOR

Course Objectives

To provide participants knowledge about the “process of tutor” used during

“e-learning” lessons on platform “moodle”.

Time Length 10 working days in the presence and 4 week distance.

Course Language

Italian

Requirements

Good motivation;

Good communication and interpersonal relationship skills;

Computer expertise;

Availability of high speed internet connection;






Wi-fi.



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Code

SMA 08

Institution



Course Title

SPECIALIZED COURSE ON E-LEARNING METHODOLOGY.

Course Objectives

To provide participants knowledge about the activities relative to use of e-

learning techniques needed to be “military teacher”.


Course Language

Italian

Requirements

Having attended the Formation Course for military teacher.

Fair knowledge of computer systems;

High speed Aeronet or Internet connections must be available at workplace;

Language proficiency: Italian- minimum B2 level.





Wi-fi.



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Code

SMA 09

Institution



Course Title

“MOODLE” PLATFORM ADMINISTRATOR

Course Objectives

To provide participants with specific competences for Moodle

Administrators


Course Language

Italian

Requirements








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Code

SMA 10

Institution



Course Title

COURSE FOR “HELP DESK” PLATFORM “MOODLE”

Course Objectives

To provide tools to perform as “Moodle” platform help desk


Course Language

Italian

Requirements



Language proficiency: Italian- minimum B1 level





Wi-fi.



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Code

SMA 11

Institution



Course Title

COURSE FOR “MILITARY PROJECT MANAGER”

Course Objectives

To provide participants with the theory and instruments needed to work as

Military Project Managers within the effective project management

framework regulated by SMA-ORD-044 directive. In particular: Project

Manager basic knowledge, the Touch and Go application and Microsoft

Office Project 2007.

Time Length 15 working days in the presence and 1 weeks at distance.

Course Language

Italian

Requirements

Aptitude to complex activities and personnel management;

Good communication abilities;

Good knowledge of computer systems;






Wi-fi.



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Code

SMA 12

Institution



Course Title

COURSE PRINCE 2

Course Objectives

To provide participants with the theory and instruments needed to use the PRINCE

2 methodology. In particular, PRINCE 2 basic knowledge needed to work as

Touch and Go tutor.

Time Length 7 working days

Course Language

Italian

Requirements

-Attitude to manage activities and resources;

-Good communicative ability;

-Project manager junior qualification;

-Italian language level required “B2”





Wi-fi.



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Code

SMA 13

Institution

Centro di Formazione Aviation English - Loreto

P.D.C. RINAM 647-2052/2056 Commerciale 071-750692052/750692056.

Course Title

INTENSIVE ITALIAN LANGUAGE COURSE AT DISTANCE

LEARNING

Course Objectives

To Improve Italian language skills from unknown to basic knowledge in order to

attend the Italian language course for foreign people in presence.

Time Length 70 working days at distance learning.

Course Language

Italian

Requirements

Knowledge of Arab or English Language.

Notes High speed Internet connection must be available at workplace

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Code

SMA 14

Institution

Centro di Formazione Aviation English – Loreto

P.D.C. RINAM 647-2052/2056 Commerciale 071-750692052/750692056.

Course Title

ITALIAN FOR FOREIGNERS

Course Objectives

To provide students with a B2 level knowledge of Italian, needed to attend courses at

the Italian Air Force of other Forces’ Institutes/Schools (e.g.: Academies, ISMA,

SMAM etc.).

Time Length 100/120 working days in presence

Course Language

Italian

Requirements

Basic knowledge of Italian is desirable or having attended the Italian language

course at distance learning. .

Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Loreto shall be provided to

participants by Ce. Fo. Av. En. School. Officers and NCOswill be lodged in

single rooms with TVs and private bathrooms; rank-and- file soldiers and cadets

will be lodged in quadruple rooms with common bathrooms.

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Code SMA 15

Institution Centro di Formazione Aviation English - Loreto

P.o.C.: 071-750692072

Course Title INTENSIVE ENGLISH COURSE

Course Objectives Improve students’ knowledge of English in the Listening, Speaking, Reading

and Writing abilities. Students’ level will be certified by a JFLT exam

according to STANAG 6001.

Foreign students should qualify as B2 level in order to attend courses

organized by the Italian Air Force or other Forces.

Duration 58 working days.

Candidate

Requirements

n.a.

Notes Where provided for, full board and accommodation in Loreto shall be

provided to participants by SLE (School of Foreign Languages). Standard

accomodation shall be provided in single rooms; in case students will

outnumber available single rooms, they may be lodged in double or triple

rooms, depending on rank. All rooms are equipped with TVs and private

bathrooms.

Officers and NCOs will be lodged in single rooms with TVs and private

bathrooms.

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Code

SMA 16

Institution

Air Force Academy –Pozzuoli


Course Title

REGULAR TRAINING COURSE FOR FLYING OFFICERS

Course Objectives

To provide participants with the basic knowledge needed to join the AF at

the assigned executive/management level.

At the end of the 3-years course students are issued a Bachelor’s Degree in

Aeronautical Sciences.

According to the curriculum of Naples University Federico II, subjects

taught are:

Basic sciences

Flight-Applied Science;

Military Science;

At the end of the course students are issued a Bachelor’s Degree in

Aeronautical Sciences and an Airline Pilot Licence.

Time Length 3 years

Course Language

Italian (there are few exception in English).

Requirements

High School or equivalent Diploma;

Outstanding mathematical/scientific education;

IT proficiency;

Physical and Psychological fitness;

Good athletic skills;

Italian: minimum B2.

Notes Students will get full accommodation by the Air force Academy.

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Code

SMA 17

Institution



Course Title

REGULAR TRAINING COURSE FOR GENERAL PURPOSE

OFFICERS

Course Objectives

To provide participants with the basic knowledge needed to

join the AF at executive/management level.

The course is organized in two stages: a 3-years course

granting a Bachelor’s Degree and a second stage granting an MA

in Aeronautical Sciences.

According to the curriculum of Naples University Federico II, subjects

taught are:

Basic sciences;

Flight-Applied Science;

Military Science;

Economics, Management and Political Sciences;

Time Length 3 years

Course Language


Requirements

High School or equivalent Diploma;

Outstanding mathematical/scientific education;

IT proficiency;

Physical and Psychological fitness;

Good athletic skills;

Italian: minimum B2.


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Code

SMA 18

Institution



Course Title

REGULAR TRAINING COURSE FOR ENGINEER OFFICERS

Course Objectives

To provide basic training in order to joint the Air force and perform in the

assigned role as Officer.

At the end of three years the student will get the degree:

“laurea in ingegneria Aerospaziale, Civile o Elettronica”.

Time Length 3 years

Course Language


Requirements

High school degree;

Scientific and Mathematic attitude;

Computer science knowledge;

Psychophysical fitness for military service;

Physical preparation;



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Code

SMA 19

Institution



Course Title

REGULAR COURSE FOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

OFFICERS

Course Objectives

To provide participants with the basic knowledge needed to join the AF at

executive/management levels.

At the end of the course students are granted a University Degree in Law or

Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Business

Time Length 5 years for University Degree in Law -3 years for Bachelor’s degree in

Economics and Business.

Course Language


Requirements

High school degree;







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Code

SMA 20

Institution



Course Title

REGULAR TRAINING COURSE FOR MEDICAL OFFICERS

Course Objectives

To provide participants with the basic knowledge needed to join the AF

Medical Corps.

At the end of the course students are granted a University Degree in

Medicine and Surgery.

Time Length 6 years

Course Language


Requirements

High school degree;







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Code

SMA 21

Institution



Course Title

ADVANCED TRAINING COURSE FOR FLYING OFFICERS

Course Objectives

To provide to Flying Officers an advanced degree, according to directive

SMA-ORD 001.

At the end of two years the student will get the degree: “laurea magistrale in

scienze aeronautiche”.

Time Length 2 years

Course Language


Requirements

Degree in “Scienze Aeronautiche”


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Code

SMA 22

Institution



Course Title

ADVANCED TRAINING COURSE FOR GENERAL PURPOSE

OFFICERS

Course Objectives

To provide to General Purpose Officers an advanced degree, according to

directive SMA-ORD 001.

At the end of two years the student will get the degree: “laurea magistrale in

scienze aeronautiche”.

Time Length 2 years

Course Language


Requirements

Degree in “Scienze Aeronautiche”


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Code

SMA 23

Institution



Course Title

ADVANCED TRAINING COURSE FOR ENGINEER OFFICERS

Course Objectives

To provide AF Engineering Corps Officers with a MA, in accordance with

SMA-ORD 001 directive.

Time Length 2 years

Course Language


Requirements

Degree in “Ingegneria Aerospaziale”


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Code

SMA 24

Institution



Course Title

ADVANCED TRAINING COURSE FOR ADMINISTRATIVE

ASSISTANT OFFICERS

Course Objectives

To provide AF Administrative Corps Officers with an advanced degree, in

accordance with SMA-ORD 001 directive.

Time Length 2 years

Course Language


Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Business.


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Code

SMA 25

Institution

Petty Officers School – Viterbo

P.O.C. RINAM 655-3032 Commercial 0761-3553032

Course Title

APPLICATION COURSE FOR CADET WARRANT OFFICERS

Course Objectives

To provide Cadet Warrant Officers with physical, psychological, cultural,

technical and character-building training. During the first 2 years, besides

passing regular university exams, students will acquire Category and

Specialty professional knowledge aimed at qualifying as Warrant officers.

The 2nd year final exam, moreover, will grant qualification as WO III class.

The 3rd year is dedicated to streamlining technical-professional knowledge

as well as complete the university course to be granted a Bachelor’s Degree

in Poli-Sci and “international relations.

Time Length 3 years

Course Language


Requirements

High school degree;




Notes Students will get full accommodation by Air force Petty Officers School.

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Code

SMA 26

Institution

Petty Officers School – Viterbo


Course Title

CADET WARRANT OFFICERS COURSE. CATEGORY: MEDICAL

CORPS

Course Objectives

To provide Cadet Warrant Officers with physical, psychological, cultural,

technical and character-building training. During the first 2 years, besides

passing regular university exams, students will acquire Category and

Specialty professional knowledge aimed at qualifying as Warrant officers.

The 2nd year final exam, moreover, will grant qualification as WO III class.

The 3rd year is dedicated to streamlining technical-professional knowledge

as well as complete the university course with a BD in Nursing.

Time Length 3 years

Course Language


Requirements

High school degree;




Notes Students will get full accommodation by Air force Petty Officers School.

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Code

SMA 27

Institution

Air Force NCO’s School – Caserta

P.O.C. Phone 00390823428560

Course Title

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE COURSE FOR OFFICERS AND

CIVIL SERVANTS FROM OTHER ARMED FORCES,

PARAMILITARY CORPS AND OTHER SERVICES

Course Objectives

To provide knowledge needed to be Technical Officers for jets and pistons

aircraft;

Time Length 17 weeks

Course Language

Italian

Requirements

Italian language knowledge (minimum “B1”)

Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation at S.S.A.M., in

Caserta.

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Code

SMA 28

Institution

Air Force NCO’s School – Caserta

P.O.C. Phone 00390823428560

Course Title

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE COURSE FOR TRAINING OF

SPECIALIST FROM OTHER ARMED FORCED, PARAMILITARY

CORPS AND OTHER SERVICES

Course Objectives

To provide theoretical and practical basic knowledge for technical

supervisors of turbine or piston engine aircraft.


Course Language

Italian

Requirements

Italian language knowledge (minimum “B1”)

Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation at S.S.A.M., in

Caserta.

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COURSE ID

NUMBER SMA 29

INSTITUTE 70th WING – Latina

PoC. RINAM 658-2211 Commercial 0773-8212211.

COURSE NAME PILOT SCREENING PHASE

COURSE OBJECTIVE:

Provide students with basic preparation to successfully complete the

military pilot course, understanding their potential to achieve the pilot

license.

COURSE STRUCTURE

AND DESCRIPTION:

A groundschool period of 19 days followed by a flying phase of 25 days

for a total of 15 flying hours.

COURSE DURATION: 44 days

SEATS AVAILABLE:

ADMISSION

REQUIREMENTS:

- High school diploma;

- Minimum level of english 2+,2+,2+,2+.

PARTICIPATION OF

NON NATO

COUNTRIES:

Yes.

LANGUAGE Italian/English

SERVICES (MEALS

AND

ACCOMODATION AT

MILITARY

FACILITIES)

Meals and accomodations provided by the 70th Wing.

NOTES

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COURSE ID

NUMBER SMA 30

INSTITUTE 70th WING – Latina

PoC. RINAM 658-2211 Commercial 0773-8212211.

COURSE NAME MILITARY PILOT LICENSE CONVENTIONAL TRACK –

PHASE II

COURSE OBJECTIVE: Improve students skills learned on pilot screening phase. Build the skills

for instrument flight, VFR navigations and low level for the follow on

training on phase III Multi Crew/Multi Engine. Provide basic formation

principles and maneuvering.

COURSE STRUCTURE

AND DESCRIPTION:

A groundschool period of 30 days followed by a flying phase of 100 days

for a total of 85 flying hours.

COURSE DURATION: about 26 weeks.

SEATS AVAILABLE:

ADMISSION

REQUIREMENTS:

- High school diploma;


PARTICIPATION OF

NON NATO

COUNTRIES:

LANGUAGE Italian/English

SERVICES (MEALS

AND

ACCOMODATION AT

MILITARY

FACILITIES)

Meals and accomodations provided by the 70th Wing.

NOTES

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Code

SMA 31

Institution

72nd

Wing – Frosinone


Course Title

HELICOPTER MILITARY PILOT COURSE

Course Objectives

to verify student’s Helicopter flying attitude and provide Helicopter military

licence


Course Language

Italian/English

Requirements

BPM (Military Pilot Licence) phase I and II;

Foreign students are requested an English language knowledge

SLP(2+,2+,2+2+).

Notes Students will get full accommodation by 72nd Wing.

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Code

SMA 32

Institution

61st

Wing – Lecce


Course Title

MILITARY PILOT COURSE –PHASE III ( FIGHTER TRACK)

Course Objectives

Provide Military Pilot Licence

Time Length 9 months

Course Language

Italian/English

Requirements

To have attended phase II on T-339 aircraft or corresponding flight training

program approved by Italian Air Force ;


SLP(2+,2+,2+2+).

Notes Students will get full accommodation by 61st

Wing

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Code

SMA 33

Institution

61st

Wing – Lecce


Course Title

MILITARY PILOT LICENSE- PHASE 2

Course Objectives

To strengthen basic knowledge of visual flight in relation to maneuvers

introduced in the previous phase of the Airplane Pilot License course and

achieve appropriate aircraft mastering, in particular in developing acrobatic

and coordination maneuvers.

To achieve preparatory abilities in basic instrumental and radio- controlled

flight and low and very low altitude visual and instrumental navigation.

To achieve preparatory abilities in formation flight.


Course Language

Italian/English

Requirements

Basic Pilot Licence (BPA);


SLP(2+,2+,2+2+).


Wing

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CODICE SMA 34

ISTITUTO 72° Wing – Frosinone

P.D.C. RINAM 661-2272 Commerciale

DENOMINAZIONE

DEL CORSO: HELICOPTER PILOT COURSE

SCOPO DEL CORSO: Graduate as helicopter pilot for Police and Custom agency.

MODALITÀ DI

SVOLGIMENTO DEL

CORSO E

PROGRAMMA DI

MASSIMA:

A groundschool (9 weeks) and a flying phase (31 weeks) of 90 flying

hours.

DURATA E PERIODO

PRESUMIBILE DI

SVOLGIMENTO:

41 weeks

N° POSTI PER

FREQUENTATORI

STRANIERI:

REQUISITI DEI

FREQUENTATORI: - High school diploma;


POSSIBILITÀ DI

ACCESSO A

FREQUENTATORI

PROVENIENTI DA

PAESE NON NATO:

LINGUA: Italiana/Inglese.

FACILITAZIONI

OFFERTE (VITTO E

ALLOGGIO PRESSO

INFRASTRUTTURE

MILITARI)

Meals and lodgings provided by the 72st Wing.

NOTES

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Code

SMA 35

Institution

72nd

Wing – Frosinone


Course Title

HELICOPTER QUALIFICATION FOR PERSONNEL HAVING A

MILITARY PILOT LICENSE (ONLY TH500B)

Course Objectives

To provide Military Pilots with helicopter qualifications.

Time Length 29 weeks.

Course Language

Italian/English

Requirements

Military Pilot License;


SLP(2+,2+,2+2+).

Notes Students will get full accommodation by 72nd

Wing.

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Code

SMA 36

Institution

72nd

Wing – Frosinone


Course Title

HELICOPTER INSTRUCTIONAL QUALIFICATION COURSE

Course Objectives

To provide Military Pilots selected according to regulations in force,

having the necessary requirements and having attended and passed the

MEDID (teaching methodology) Instructional Flight Course with

Instructional Qualification


Course Language

Italian/English

Requirements

Military Pilot selected according to regulations in force.


SLP(2+,2+,2+2+).


Wing.

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Code

SMA 37

Institution

72nd

Wing – Frosinone


Course Title

HELICOPTER MILITARY PILOT COURSE

(TH500B + TWIN-ENGINE HELICOPTER* )

Course Objectives

To asses flight attitude and provide Military Helicopter Pilot

Licenseto members of the Armed Forces and State Armed Corps, who

don’t have a Military Pilot License.

Time Length 45 weeks**.

Course Language

Italian/English

Requirements

Armed Forces and State Armed Corps personnel Italian language who

don’t have a Military Pilot License;


SLP(2+,2+,2+2+).


Wing.

* Twin-engine helicopter provided by the administration of student.

**MTU Course not considered as dependent on the type of twin-engine helicopter

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Code

SMA 38

Institution

72nd

Wing – Frosinone


Course Title

HELICOPTER QUALIFICATION FOR PERSONNEL HAVING A MILITARY

PILOT LICENSE (TH500B + TWIN-ENGINE HELICOPTER*)

Course Objectives

To provide Military Pilots with helicopter qualifications.

Time Length 31 weeks**.

Course Language

Italian/English

Requirements

Military Pilot License;


SLP(2+,2+,2+2+).


Wing.

* Twin-engine helicopter provided by the administration of student.

**MTU Course not considered as dependent on the type of twin-engine helicopter

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Code

SMA 39

Institution


P.D.C. RINAM 665-5681 Commerciale 081-7355681

Course Title

THEORETICAL/PRACTICAL COURSE FOR FLIGHT COURSE

PARTICIPANTS (P.I.T.P.)

Course Objectives

Preparatory training period for achieving the Military Pilot License.

Time Length 9 weeks

Course Language

Italian/English

Requirements

Having passed the Airplane Pilot licence.


SLP(2+,2+,2+2+).

Notes Students will get full accommodation by Air Force Accademy.

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Code

SMA 40

Institution

61st

Wing – Lecce


Course Title

COURSE PRE OPERATING ON AIRCRAFT T-346A PHASE IV

Course Objectives

Allow the neo-military pilot to acquire theories and principles advanced

employment practices of the aircraft in the specializations bombers Hunting

and fighter interceptors in strict compliance with the safety of the flight to

the next operational conversion program.


Course Language

Italian/English

Requirements

BPM (Military Pilot Licence phase III)


SLP(2+,2+,2+2+).


Wing.

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Code

SMA 41

Institution

61st

Wing – Lecce


Course Title

COURSE PRE OPERATING ON AIRCRAFT FT-339C PHASE IV

Course Objectives

Allow the neo-military pilot to acquire theories and principles advanced

employment practices of the aircraft in the specializations bombers Hunting

and fighter interceptors in strict compliance with the safety of the flight to

the next operational conversion program.


Course Language

Italian/English

Requirements

BPM (Military Pilot Licence phase III);


SLP(2+,2+,2+2+).


Wing

AIR FORCE

Code

SMA 42

Institution

61st

Wing – Lecce


Course Title

PILOT INSTRUCTOR TRAINING (PIT) PHASE II / PHASE III

Course Objectives

To provide flying instructor qualification to Military Pilots to conduct

training sorties for Phase II and Phase III.


Course Language

Italian/English

Requirements


SLP (3+,3+,2+,2+).


Wing

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Code

SMA 43

Institution

Chemical Division – Flight Test Center – Pratica di Mare

Course Title

CORROSION AND PROTECTION OF AIRCRAFT BY

MEANS OF ADHESIVES, SEALERS AND PAINTS COURSE

Course Objectives

To provide information on the importance, types, characteristics

and danger of the most frequent types of corrosion in aeronautics.

To explain the strategies to be adopted for intervention and/or

solutions to repair, through the use of paints and adhesives.

Description

Theory: 52 hours.

Practice: 8 hours.

Time Length 2 weeks in a period to be defined

Number Of Foreign Students

Allowed

1 for Officers;

1 for NCOs.

Requirements Good knowledge of italian language

Access For Non Nato Students

NO.

Board And Lodging In Military

Facilities

TBD.

Notes

The course can be provided for Officers and NCOs.

The course is provided in italian language.

AIR FORCE

Code

SMA 44

Institution

Chemical Division – Flight Test Center – Pratica di Mare

Course Title

NON-DISTRUCTIVE CONTROLS 2ND

LEVEL (FORMER

INSPECTOR) COURSE

Course Objectives

To qualify operators designated to carry out non-distructive

activities.

Description Single phase, concluded by a written/oral and practical test.

Time Length 11 weeks. Period to be defined.


Allowed

Max 2

Requirements A high school diploma is recommended (electronics or mechanics);

Good knowledge of Italian language;

The candidates must undergo and pass an ophthalmology visit

to ascertain good sight condition:

Near vision: Jaeger n. 1 or equivalent (not less than 30 cm for

each eye, natural or with correction);

Good chromatic perception (it is possible to produce evidence

trough ISHIHARA test).

If the candidates usually wear spectacles or lenses, they must bring

them to undergo the visit No dark, colored or photo-chromatic lenses

allowed.

Access For Non Nato Students

YES.

Board And Lodging In Military

Facilities

To be defined by the body hosting the course

Notes



AIR FORCE

Code

SMA 45

Institution Chemical Division – Flight Test Center – Pratica di Mare

Course Title

NON-DISTRUCTIVE CONTROLS 1st

LEVEL COURSE

Course Objectives

To qualify operators designated to carry out non-distructive

activities.

Description Single phase, concluded by a written/oral and practical test.

Time Length 6 weeks. Period to be defined.


Allowed

Max 2 (Officers and/or NCOs)

Requirements A high school diploma is recommended (electronics or mechanics);

Good knowledge of Italian language;

The candidates must undergo and pass an ophthalmology visit to

ascertain good sight condition:

Near vision: Jaeger n. 1 or equivalent (not less than 30 cm for

each eye, natural or with correction);

Good chromatic perception (it is possible to produce evidence

trough ISHIHARA test).

If the candidates usually wear spectacles or lenses, they must bring

them to undergo the visit No dark, colored or photo-chromatic lenses

allowed.

Access For Non Nato

Students

YES

Board And Lodging In

Military Facilities

To be defined by the body hosting the course

Notes



AIR FORCE

CODE SMA 46

INSTITUTE RACSA - Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo

(Airspace Control Training Unit) - Pratica di Mare Airport

COURSE NAME COMBAT WEATHER OBSERVER

COURSE OBJECTIVE:

The course aims to give the visitors the theoretical knowledge and

basic practices for immediate inclusion in operating activities as

"Special Operation Weather Team" The setting of the course is

based on what is specified in Ch. 5.2 para. 6 of the NATO SOF

manual (Special Operation Forces) Air Operations Ed. 2016

COURSE STRUCTURE

AND DESCRIPTION:

The Combat Weather Observer Course is structured in a theoretical

and practical phase in which the lessons, in accordance with current

guidelines are for:

− General and Aeronautic Meteorology

− Meteorological Codes

− Methods of Observation and Measurement

− Marine Meteorology

− Tools (PWS)

− Conferences (about: Space Weather, NATO IMETOC Support,

Meteorological support to NBC)

− Practical phase of exercise and evaluation with the purpose to

carry out a simulation of the operational environment.

COURSE DURATION:

20 training days (4 weeks) plus 2 days for examinations.

2 courses per year. Period: February (only in Italian language)

Period: October (in English language in case of foreign personnel

participation)

SEATS AVAILABLE: Course in English: minimum 3 - Max 5

Course in Italian: minimum 2 - Max 5

ADMISSION

REQUIREMENTS:

− Personnel coming from SPECIAL OPS categories.

− Good knowledge of the English language for course in English

− Good knowledge of the Italian language for course in Italian

PARTICIPATION OF NON

NATO COUNTRIES:

Yes

LANGUAGE Course in Italian language (February)

Course in English (October) in case of foreign personnel

participation SERVICES (MEALS

AND ACCOMODATION

AT MILITARY

FACILITIES)

Due to shortage of accomodation at Pratica di Mare Air Base,

availability is subject to confirmation

NOTES

The February course is held in Italian but open to foreign personnel

who can understand the language. The October course is held in

English (on request and with an adequate number of participants –

minimum 3)

AIR FORCE

Code SMA 47

Institution

R.A.C.S.A.

(Airspace Control Training Unit)

Pratica di Mare Airport

Course title METEOROLOGICAL TECHNICIAN

Course objectives

To provide theory and practice knowledge to accomplish their duty

at operative level.

Qualification is according to the World Meteorological Organization

(WMO) in the pub WMO 1083 VOL. I (edition 2015) for

Meteorological Technician – Entry Level (Basic Instruction Program

BIP-MT).

Course description and

syllabus

The course is divided in a theory phase and a practice one and will

analyze the following subjects:

Math

Physics

Meteorological (Synoptic)

Aeronautic Meteorology

Observation method and measures

English language

Organization

Codification

ICT

Length of course

120/80 instruction days (16 weeks FOR PEOPLE WHO ALREADY

HAD A Weather Observer Qualify, 24 weeks for other people) at

RACSA; after that the partecipants will take 40 On Job Training

days (8 weeks) which could be carried out at own work place. At the

end of the OJT period take place the final exam (Period to be

defined)

Number of places for

foreign students

Courses in Italian: minimum 2. Max 5

Prerequisites It is required an high school degree in technical-scientific subjects

Good Italian language knowledge

Course access for

students of non-nato

countries

Yes

Language Italian

Facilities offered

(boarding available at

military installations)

Due to shortage of accommodation at Pratica di Mare, availability is

subject to confirmation

Notes

AIR FORCE

CODE: SMA 48

INSTITUTE R.A.C.S.A.



COURSE NAME CRC SYSTEM INTERFACE OPERATOR COURSE

COURSE OBJECTIVE Students will have the theoretical and practical formation on the various CRC SYSTEM

INTERFACE modes of operation and switch actions. COURSE STRUCTURE &

DESCRIPTION The course includes theoretical studies on the following topics: 1. SYSTEM Overview

2. Human machine Interface 3. System Configuration

4. Tactical Data Maintenance

5. Link Management 6. Sam Control mode 7. Identification mode

8. Fighter Control mode 9. ATO/ACO

10. CTCA-CDXA 11. Version 18.2;

12. Practical sessions (scenario).

COURSE DURATION 7 instructional days

SEATS AVAILABLE Course in English: minimum 6 and a maximum of 12 students

ADMISSION

REQUIREMENTS - Good knowledge of the English language; - Having done Basic Tactical Data Link or an equivalent NATO accepted course - Must be Officers; air defence controllers or missile operators; -Previous experience as NCOs air defence controllers or missile

operators; - Must be armed forces personnel working in NATO countries;

- In possession of appropriate NATO security clearance. PARTECIPATION OF

NON-NATO COUNTRIES

LANGUAGE English

SERVICES (MEALS AND

ACCOMODATION AT MILITARY FACILITIES)

NOTES The course will be carried out in English

AIR FORCE

AIR FORCE

Code SMA 49

Institution COURSE NO LONGER PROVIDED

Course Title

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Course Objectives

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Course Structure and

Curriculum

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Length Of Course //

Number Of Places

for Foreign

Students

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Requirements

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Access For Non Nato

Students

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Board And Lodging

In Military Facilities

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Notes //

Code SMA 50

Institution R.A.C.S.A. (Airspace Control Training Unit)


Course title ON THE JOB TRAINING INSTRUCTOR (O.J.T.I.)

Course objectives

It’s a Blended Course (E-learning phase + class lesson)that provide

learners with theoretical and practical skills to undertake the Instructor

role (Air Traffic Control or Air Defence Control) with trainees, in the

specific operational position they hold a current licence


syllabus

The Course includes theoretical and practical training events in order

to develop skills useful to carry out training sessions with Air

Traffic/Air Defence trainees in their operative positions with real

traffic.

Length of course

Total: 3 weeks course

- n°2 weeks (E-learning phase):10 working days during this phase

they will be taken 2 hours per day lessons;

- n°1 week (class phase): 5 working days.


foreign students

Minimum 4

Prerequisites Good knowledge of Italian language

Course access for


countries

Yes

Language The course will be carried out “only” in Italian

Facilities offered




subject to confirmation

Notes

AIR FORCE

CODE SMA 51


(Airspace Control Training Unit) Pratica di Mare Airport

COURSE NAME BASIC SURVEILLANCE COURSE

COURSE OBJECTIVE To provide the essential theory needed to understand how Air Defence assigned to ASACS

functions, and also to understand the duties and responsibilities of surveillance operators. At

the end of the course the students will have acquired a basic technical operative preparation in

order to work in the operational room in the position of surveillance and be able to start on

the job training practice aimed at the completion of IO and TPO. This course is necessary

for the admission to the “Interceptor Control” course.

COURSE STRUCTURE &

DESCRIPTION The course includes lessons on the theory of following subjects:

- Aeronautical Legislation; - Meteorology; - Air Navigation; - Aircraft and Flight Principles; - Cartography; - Human Factor; - Aeronautical Technical English; - Radio and Radar Techniques; - Air Traffic Control; - NATO Air strategy; - NATO NATINAMDS - Surveillance supervision; - Tracking and identification; - Air Battle Management; - Practical sessions. Basic training is based on specifically studied simulation which will allow the student to reach the desired level of competence. The course can be followed by an OJT phase at an ASACS Unit the duration of which will

be a minimum of two months to a maximum of four months depending on whether the

certification is for IO or TPO.

COURSE DURATION 21 instructional weeks (105 working days).

SEATS AVAILABLE Courses in English: minimum 6 maximum 10 students (for each extra student the course

will be extended by 16 instructional hours up to a maximum of 14 students).

ADMISSION

REQUIREMENTS - Good knowledge of English; - Only NATO Personnel; - In possession of appropriate NATO security clearance.

PARTECIPATION OF

NON-NATO COUNTRIES No.

LANGUAGE English

FACILITIES OFFERED (BOARDING AVAILABLE

AT MILITARY INSTALLATIONS)

Due to shortage of accommodation at Pratica di Mare, availability is subject to confirmation

NOTES The course will be carried out in English.

AIR FORCE

CODE SMA 52




COURSE NAME BASIC TACTICAL DATA LINK COURSE

COURSE OBJECTIVE To provide the students with the basic theory regarding the architecture and

operational methods. Also the operational methods of the various types of links used.

COURSE STRUCTURE &

DESCRIPTION The course includes lessons on the theory on the following subjects:

- Introduction to tactical data Link;

- Technical characteristics of Link 11A and Link 11B;

- Technical characteristics of Link 16;

- Limitations in the use of MIDS / LINK16.

COURSE DURATION

8 working days.

SEATS AVAILABLE English course: minimum 6 to a maximum of 15 students

ADMISSION

REQUIREMENTS The students should have good knowledge of English and may be:

- Officers, pilots, navigators, air defence controllers or missile operators.

- NCOs working in Tactical Data Link jobs either with NATO or nationally;

- Only NATO Personnel;

- In possession of appropriate NATO security clearance. PARTECIPATION OF


LANGUAGE English

SERVICES (MEALS AND



AIR FORCE

CODE SMA 53




COURSE NAME TACTICAL DATA LINK for NON NATO PERSONNEL

COURSE OBJECTIVE To provide the students with the basic theory regarding the architecture and

operational methods. Also the operational methods of the various types of links used.

COURSE STRUCTURE &

DESCRIPTION The course includes lessons on the theory on the following subjects:

- Introduction to tactical data Link;

- Technical characteristics of Link 11A and Link 11B;

- Technical characteristics of Link 16;

- Limitations in the use of MIDS / LINK16.

COURSE DURATION

5 working days

SEATS AVAILABLE Minimum 6 maximum 15 students

ADMISSION

REQUIREMENTS Good knowledge of english language

PARTECIPATION OF

NON-NATO COUNTRIES Yes

LANGUAGE English

SERVICES (MEALS AND


Due to shortage of accommodation at Pratica di Mare, availability is subject to

confirmation

NOTES The course is held in English.

AIR FORCE

CODE SMA 54




COURSE NAME INTERCEPTOR CONTROL COURSE

COURSE OBJECTIVE The objectives of the course, in compliance with the STANAG 1183 requirements, are to

provide students with the needed knowledge and ability to control interceptor aircraft in

accordance to the procedures and NATO standards.

COURSE STRUCTURE &

DESCRIPTION The course includes theory on the following subjects:

- Intercepting techniques; - Fighter aircraft and weapons systems management ; - Air and joint tactical doctrine; - Air traffic procedures; - Air combat tactics; - Offensive and defensive air operations; - Electronic warfare systems employment; - AAR (air to air refuelling); - Tactical data link; - Practical sessions. Training is performed by specifically designed practical training events (simulation). The course is divided into two parts: 1^ phase Close Control – 2^ phase AAR Control – 3^

phase Loose Control – 4^ phase Digital Control. The course should be followed by an OJT

phase at an Italian ASACS Unit the duration of which will be a minimum of four months

during which real interceptions shall be carried out. INTERCEPTOR CONTROL 1A ATP

3.3.5.2 (Ed. 2017)

COURSE DURATION

22 weeks (110 working days)

SEATS AVAILABLE Courses in English: minimum 1 to a maximum of 4 students

ADMISSION

REQUIREMENTS - Good knowledge of the english language; - Only NATO Personnel;

Must have attended the “Basic Surveillance Course” or must have previous experience in

the Surveillance Air Defence field; In possession of appropriate NATO security clearance.

PARTECIPATION OF


LANGUAGE English

SERVICES (MEALS AND



NOTES

AIR FORCE

CODE SMA 55




COURSE NAME BASIC AIR SPACE MANAGEMENT COURSE

COURSE OBJECTIVES To provide the preparatory theory needed to understand how Air Defence works, and also to

understand the basic duties and initial responsibilities of air defence operators.

- COURSE

STRUCTURE & DESCRIPTION

- The course includes lessons on the theory of following subjects: - Aeronautical Legislation; - Meteorology; - Air Navigation; - Aircraft and Flight Principles; - Cartography; - Human Factor; - Aeronautical Technical English; - Radio and Radar Techniques; - Air Traffic Control; - Air Defence; - Practical sessions.

COURSE DURATION 10 instructional weeks (50 working days).

SEATS AVAILABLE Courses in English: minimum 6 maximum 10 students (for each extra student the course

will be extended by 16 instructional hours up to a maximum of 14 students).

ADMISSION

REQUIREMENTS - Good knowledge of English; -

Only non NATO Personnel.

PARTECIPATION OF

NON-NATO COUNTRIES Si.

LANGUAGE English

SERVICES (MEALS AND




AIR FORCE

CODE SMA 56




COURSE NAME TACTICAL CONTROL COURSE

COURSE OBJECTIVE Students will have the theoretical formation and a basic technique to be able to work as a

“Fighter Allocator”, “Weapons Allocator” and “Master Controller” in an Air Defence

integrated with NATO environment, respecting the current standard NATO policy.

COURSE STRUCTURE &

DESCRIPTION The course includes theoretical lessons and practice lessons on the following topics:

- Air strategy;

- Air defence procedures ;

- Missile systems;

- Use of air defence systems;

- Managing air space;

- Tactical data Links ;

- Intelligence;

- Electronic warfare;

- Practical sessions (SCENARIO). The course is made up of a 100 hours OJT program at an ASACS Unit for the FA part and of a

100 hours OJT program, preferably at a CAOC for the MC part.

COURSE DURATION

8 weeks (40 working days)

SEATS AVAILABLE Minimum 32 max 6 students.

ADMISSION

REQUIREMENTS - Students must have a good level of the English language, must be qualified interceptor

controllers according to STANAG 7189 and have at least 2 years operative experience.

Previous experience as a “Track Production Officer” or “Identification Officer” would be

preferable;

- Only NATO Personnel; - Good knowledge of the english language; - In possession of appropriate NATO security clearance.

PARTECIPATION OF


LANGUAGE English

SERVICES (MEALS AND




AIR FORCE

Code SMA 57



Course title AREA CONTROL SURVEILLANCE

“ACS”

Course objectives

Students will learn the theory enabling them to carry out the duties of

Radar Area Control Service (ACS RAD), upon attainment of relative

ratings.


syllabus

The course is based on current international regulations and in

compliance with European Union and Eurocontrol Specifications on

Air Traffic Controllers Training:

- Area Radar Control Phase (ACS RAD).

L-ength of course

15 weeks, as follows:

- Number of weeks in Module (ACS): 14

(70 working days)

- Number of weeks for Final examinations: 1

(5 working days)


foreign students

Courses in English: minimum 4.

Prerequisites (officers

and ncos)

- Have taken and passed successfully the “Basic Training Course”.

- Attendees are expected to be, at least, Approach Control

Surveillance rated “APS/TCL/PAR/SRA” or to have taken and

passed successfully the “Approach Control Surveillance course”.

- Good knowledge of the English language.

- Knowledge of the Italian language would be useful.

Course access for


countries

Yes.

Language The course will be carried out in English and/or Italian.

Facilities offered




subject to confirmation.

Notes

AIR FORCE

CODE SMA 58




COURSE NAME ADVANCED TACTICAL DATA LINK COURSE

COURSE OBJECTIVE Students will have the theoretical formation necessary for planning, initialize, the

operative techniques, as well as the correct input of data in a context of a circuit

made up of different links in use within NATO forces.

COURSE STRUCTURE &

DESCRIPTION The course includes theoretical studies on the following topics:

- Tactical links;

- Operative messages.

COURSE DURATION

8 working days

SEATS AVAILABLE Course in English: minimum 6 and a maximum of 15 students

ADMISSION

REQUIREMENTS Having done Basic Tactical Data Link or an equivalent NATO excepted course.

Students must have a good level of the English language and may be:

- Officers: pilots, navigators, air defence controllers or missile operators.

- NCOs working in Tactical Data Link jobs either with NATO or nationally;

- Any armed forces personnel working in NATO countries; - In possession of

appropriate NATO security clearance. PARTECIPATION OF

NON-NATO COUNTRIES No

LANGUAGE English

SERVICES (MEALS AND



AIR FORCE

CODE SMA 59


(Airspace Control Training Unit) Pratica

di Mare Airport

COURSE NAME BASIC TRAINING COURSE

COURSE OBJECTIVE The “Basic Training course” similar to the “Ab Initio” course. It’s defined as

theoretical and practical training designed to impart fundamental knowledge and

practical skill related to basic operational procedures.

It’s the fundamental prerequisite for following an Air Traffic Control “rating

training” course.

COURSE STRUCTURE &

DESCRIPTION A single module course which entail theory and practice based on the current

international regulations and in compliance with European Union and Eurocontrol

Specifications on Air Traffic Controllers Training.

COURSE DURATION

11 weeks (55 working days), as follows:

- Number of weeks: 10 (50 working days)

- Number of weeks for Final examinations: 1 (5 working days)

SEATS AVAILABLE Courses in English: minimum 4.

ADMISSION

REQUIREMENTS - Good knowledge of the English language.


PARTECIPATION OF

NON-NATO COUNTRIES Yes.

LANGUAGE English and or Italian

SERVICES (MEALS AND


Due to shortage of accommodation at Pratica di Mare, availability is subject to

confirmation.

NOTES The course will be carried out in English

AIR FORCE

Code SMA 59 A



Course title

AERODROME CONTROL VISUAL

Course objectives

The rating training course for the “Aerodrome Control Visual” is

aimed at providing students with the necessary knowledge to access to

the following rating:

- “ADV” Aerodrome Control Visual”;

-

-


syllabus

It is a single module course which entail theory and practice based on

the current international regulations and in compliance with European

Union and Eurocontrol Specifications on Air Traffic Controllers

Training.

Length of course


- Number of weeks in Module 1 (ADV): 9 (45 working days)



foreign students


Prerequisites




Course access for


countries

Yes.


Facilities offered





Notes

AIR FORCE

CODE SMA 59 B




COURSE NAME AERODROME CONTROL INSTRUMENT

COURSE OBJECTIVE The rating training course for the “Aerodrome Control Instrument”, is aimed at

providing students with the necessary knowledge to access to the following rating: -

“ADV”: Aerodrome control Visual; or,

- “ADI/TWR” Aerodrome Control Instrument; or,

- “ADI AIR”: Aerodrome Control Air; or,

- “ ADI GMC” Aerodrome Ground Movement Control-

COURSE STRUCTURE &

DESCRIPTION It is a single module course which entails theory and practice based on the current

international regulations and in compliance with European Union and Eurocontrol

Specifications on Air Traffic Controllers Training.

COURSE DURATION

18 weeks (90 working days), as follows:

- Number of weeks in Module ADI/TWR: 17 (85 working days)


SEATS AVAILABLE Courses in English: minimum 4.

ADMISSION

REQUIREMENTS - Have taken and passed successfully the “Basic Training Course”.

- Good knowledge of the English language


PARTECIPATION OF

NON-NATO COUNTRIES Yes.

LANGUAGE Italian and/or English

SERVICES (MEALS AND



AIR FORCE

Code SMA 59 C



Course title

APPROACH CONTROL PROCEDURAL

Course objectives

The rating training course for the “Approach Control Procedural”, is


the following rating:

- “APP” Approach Control Procedural.


syllabus

it is a single module course which entail theory and practice based on



Training.

Length of course


- Number of weeks in Module (APP): 10



foreign students



and ncos)




Course access for


countries

Yes.


Facilities offered





Notes

AIR FORCE

Code SMA 60

Institution R.A.C.S.A.


Course title GENERAL AND AERONAUTIC METEOROLOGY

Course objectives

The Postgraduate course in "General Meteorology and Aeronautics"

aims to provide goers theoretical knowledge and basic practices for

immediate inclusion in the operational activities of the Air Weather

Service.

The qualification obtained by the visitor is in accordance with the

qualification profile "" Basic Instruction Meteorologist Program

"(BIP-M) provided by the World Meteorological Organization

(WMO) in 1083 WMO legislation Vol. I (Edition 2012) for staff

meteorological Meteorologist - Entry Level and to “Regolamento

ENAC” for the supply of the Service of Aeronautical Meteorology ed.

2012


syllabus

The course is divided into 4 modules:

The Mod. Preparatory (MP) ensures uniformity of knowledge to deal

with successive modules All staff have a doctorate in science subjects

will participate in the module that provides the mathematical and

physical basis for the continuation of the course.

The Mod. General Meteorology (MMG) ensures the preparation of

staff in General Meteorology. The module consists in the specific

matters concerning the physical principles and interactions that

regulate the atmosphere, methods of measurement and analysis,

behaviour of weather systems through the use of conceptual models.

The Module AMF (Aeronautical Meteorological Forecaster) is

dedicated to training staff to the Aeronautical Meteorology according

to the dictates; secondly you are given all the necessary knowledge for

the insertion of the staff in their operational use.

The Module of “On the Job Training”.

Length of course

Module "Preparatory": 8 weeks (40 working days)

Module "General Met.": 8 weeks (40 working days)

Module " Aviation Met.": 8 weeks (40 working days)

Module "OJT": 8 weeks (40 working days) Educational days


foreign students

Courses in English: min. 3. Max 5

Courses in Italian: min. 2. Max 5

Prerequisites

Scientific bachelor or degree (In the case of not certified personnel

you will have to support the preparatory module)

Good knowledge of the English language.

Knowledge of the Italian language would be useful.

Course access for


countries

Yes.

Language The course could be carried out in English on request(minimal

participation 3).

Facilities offered





Notes

AIR FORCE

Code SMA 61



Course title “APPROACH CONTROL SURVEILLANCE”

“APS/PAR/SRA/TCL”

Course objectives

The rating training course for the “Approach Control Surveillance”, is


one or more of the following ratings:

- “APS” Approach Control Surveillance;

- “APS/TCL” Terminal Approach Control Surveillance;

- “APS/SRA” AND “APS/PAR” Precision Approach Control

Surveillance.


syllabus

It is a single phase course which entail theory and practice based on



Training.

Length of course


- Number of weeks in Module (APS/TCL/SRA/PAR): 19

(95 working days)


(5 working days)


foreign students



and ncos)


- Attendees are expected to be Approach Control Procedural “APP”

rated or, at least, to have taken and passed successfully the “APP”

Approach control Procedural Course.



Course access for


countries

Yes


Facilities offered





Notes

AIR FORCE

Code SMA 62



Course title SPACE WEATHER

Course objectives To be updated.


syllabus To be updated

Length of course To be updated


foreign students To be updated

Prerequisites To be updated

Course access for


countries

To be updated

Language To be updated

Facilities offered



To be updated

Notes

AIR FORCE

Code SMA 63



Course Title

ASSESSOR

Course Objectives

It’s a Blended Course (E-learning phase + class lesson) that provides

learners with theoretical and practical skills to undertake the Assessor role

(Air Traffic Control)

with trainees.

Course Structure and

Description

The Course includes theoretical and practical training events in order to

develop skills useful to carry out assessment sessions with Air Traffic

trainees.

Length Of Course Total: 3 weeks course

- n°2 weeks (E-learning phase):10 working days during this phase they will

be taken 2 hours per day lessons;

- n°1 week (class phase): 5 working days.

Number Of Places for

Foreign Students:

Maximum 12

Language Italian

Requirements Good knowledge of Italian language

Facilities offered

(boarding available

at military

installations)

Due to shortage of accommodation at Pratica di Mare, availability is subject

to confirmation

Notes The course will be carried out “only” in Italian

AIR FORCE

Code SMA 64



Course title TACTICAL DECISION AID

Course objectives

The specialization course for "Tactical Decision Aid" is designed to

provide theoretical knowledge goers and basic practices for immediate

inclusion in the operational activities of the Air Weather Service. As

part of STANAG 6013, dedicated to the Meteorological Support for

NATO operations, it is represented by the need of the Member States,

in view of interoperability, using the Tactical Decision Aid's (TDA) as

tools for determining the meteorological impacts the standard

operations militari. it's defined and contained in the attached

document (AMETOCP-2) indicates the required skill for NATO's

operations and provides for the training of personnel for the above

TDA.

The course is for staff with a primary capacity of Technician or

Meteorologist Meteorologist and contributes to the training of the

staff allocated to the operational support to military operations.


syllabus

The course takes place in a "blended" mode with a theoretical stage at

distance and an evaluation phase in the presence. The theoretical

phase is administered through the e-learning platform of the Armed

Forces (www.am-elearning.it)

Length of course 3 weeks (13 instructional days total).

10 days e-learning (2 hours / day) + 3 days in presence.


foreign students

Courses in English: minimum 3. Max 5

Courses in Italian: minimum 2. Max 5

Prerequisites

Staff taking part to the support of military operations.

Good knowledge of the English language.

Knowledge of the Italian language would be useful

Course access for


countries

Yes.

Language The course could be carried out in English on request (minimal

participation 3).

Facilities offered





Notes

AIR FORCE

CODE SMA 65

ISTITUTION AVIATION SAFETY INSTITUTE

COURSE TITLE FLIGHT SAFETY COURSE

COURSE LOCATION Flight Safety Institute – ROMA, Pratica di Mare Airbase

COURSE OBJECTIVES

To form and qualify personnel working in the aeronautical environment, in

order to let them carry out, in an appropriate and effective manner, the function

of assistant/consultant of the Commander / Manager in their organizations

COURSE STRUCTURE

AND CURRICULUM

The Flight Safety course analyzes the aspects related to the "Human Factor" and

to the human error management. It provides the main concepts relating to

accident prevention and elements useful for the investigation of flight accidents

LENGHT OF COURSE

Distance phase: 3 weeks (february);

In house phase: 4 weeks (march);

NUMBER OF

PLACES FOR

FOREIGN

STUDENTS

2 (two)

REQUIREMENTS

- rank: from OF1 to OF5;

- at least 2 years’ experience on their field of employment;

- good knowledge of English language;

- good knowledge of Italian language (SLP 3,3,3,3)

ACCESS FOR NON

NATO STUDENTS YES

FACILITIES (MEALS

AND

ACCOMODATION)

For the "paid" and "partially free" forms it is possible to enjoy the lunch at the

local mess, evening meals and accommodation at Centocelle Airport.

MISCELLANEOUS The final exam consists of a multiple-choice test and comprises the draw up of a

short script (in Italian laguage)

AIR FORCE

Code SMA 66

Institution CAE-MC Pratica di Mare


Course Title

MILITARY PILOT COURSE – (MULTIENGINE MULTIPILOT

TRACK)

Course Objectives

Acquiring of the multiengine aircraft capacity in the Crew Member 2

positions (right side) and development of mission capability with both tasks

Pilot flying (PF) and Pilot Monitoring (PM).

Length Of Course 46 weeks

LINGUA Italian/English

Requirements Phase II Basic training Course held at Italian Air Force Flight School or

equivalent flight training Course held at International Military structures

recognized by Italian Air Force.

Foreign students are requested an English language knowledge SLP

(2+,2+,2+,2+)

Notes Studdents will get full accomodation by CAE-MC Pratica di Mare.

AIR FORCE

Code SMA 67

Institution

C.I.G.A.

Air Force Geospatial Information Centre


Course title TRAINING PFP FALCON VIEW COURSE

Course objectives

The course objective is To teach military personnel the foundation and

main concepts of PFPS Falcon View and to teach "hands-on" the basic

usage of the geospatial information. This course is dedicated to

personnel of foreign Countries that have received the National

Geospatial-Intelligence Agency’s authorization to use PFPS Falcon

View.


syllabus

During the course, these are subjects: Explain the fundamental

concepts that underlie PFPS Falcon View; Symbolize and label digital

geographic data; Create and print basic digital map layouts; Perform

basic feature and attribute editing tasks; Perform basic vector data

analysis tasks; Finale exercise (not evaluative).

Length of course 5 working days


foreign students

Courses in English: minimum 2. The course is scheduled

once per year.

Prerequisites - Good knowledge of the English language.


Course access for


countries

Yes.

Language English or Italian

Facilities offered





Notes

AIR FORCE

Code SMA 68

Institution

C.I.G.A.



Course title ON JOB TRAINING ON WORKFLOWS RELATED TO THE

PRODUCTION OF AERONAUTICAL CARTOGRAPHY /

PUBLICATIONS COURSE

Course objectives

The course objective is to train military personnel on the foundation

workflows related to the production of aeronautical

cartography/publications. Students will be trained on main concepts of

Geospatial Information Systems, the place/role of the Cartographic

Workshop (CWS) within the line of production context. Moreover

military personnel will be trained on the basic usage of the geospatial

information, in particular to the aeronautical information by “on

hands”.


syllabus

During the course, these are subjects: explain the fundamental

charting production workflow; explain the fundamental publication

production workflow; familiarization with ICAO and NATO

documentation; training on Geo Database; training on GIS; training

on aeronautical map production; training on aeronautical publication

production.

Length of course Theory and practice 3 weeks (15 working days)


foreign students

Courses in English: minimum 2. The course is scheduled once per

year.



Course access for


countries

Yes.


Facilities offered





Notes

AIR FORCE

Code SMA 69

Institution

C.I.G.A.



Course title ADVANCED GIS COURSE

Course objectives

The course objective is to learn the standard workflow applicable to

any spatial analysis. Working with a series of GIS data and tools, we

will perform different types of analysis to effectively solve spatial

problems. This course is held for the benefit of GIS military analyst

personnel with basic knowledge on GIS.


syllabus

During the course the following topics will be discussed: choose

appropriate data, methods and tools to plan, execute and document a

specific analysis project; automate analysis activities using

geoprocessing models; create a weighted suitability model to identify,

based on specific criteria, the best site for a new infrastructure; apply

spatial statistics to examine distribution models and identify hot spots;

create models on temporal data to analyse and visualize changes over

time; share analyses, workflows and results so that they are accessible

and repeatable.

Length of course 5 working days


foreign students

Courses in English: minimum 2. The course is scheduled once per

year.



Course access for


countries

Yes.


Facilities offered





Notes

AIR FORCE

Documents

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