MILITARY RADIOS DIAGNOSTICS AND REPAIR COURSE FOR BEGINNERS

Course Duration:
7 days (Total 56 hours)

Class Schedule:
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (8 hours/day)

Location Options:

• On-site at Military locations
• Surrey, BC, Canada

Ideal Class Size:
5 to 10 Technicians

Course Fee:
Please contact for pricing details

Day 1: Introduction to Military Radios

• 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Overview of Military Radios & Communication Systems
  • Importance of communication in military operations
  • Overview of military radio classifications: handheld, man pack, vehicle-mounted, airborne, satellite, and smartphones
• 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM: Components of Military Radios
  • Understanding core components: antennas, power supplies, transceivers
  • Overview of encryption technologies and secure communication protocols
• 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Hands-on Practice: Opening and Identifying Components
  • Using opening tools
  • Disassembling and reassembling practice devices
• 3:15 PM – 5:00 PM: Introduction to Diagnostic Tools
  • Oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal analyzers for diagnostics
  • Overview of lab setup and safety procedures

Day 2: Diagnostic Procedures

• 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Diagnostics: Common Issues in Military Radios
  • Power issues, signal degradation, and interference
  • Identifying problems through visual inspection and preliminary testing
• 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM: Using Diagnostic Tools Effectively
  • Advanced usage of oscilloscopes and multimeters
  • Analyzing signal paths and checking for defective components
• 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Hands-on Lab: Diagnosing Faulty Radios
  • Practical lab sessions: Diagnosing provided devices
  • In-depth testing of radio components
• 3:15 PM – 5:00 PM: Group Discussion: Case Studies on Radio Failures
  • Discuss common radio failures encountered in the field
  • Analyzing failure modes and their causes

Day 3: Troubleshooting Military Radios

• 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Introduction to Troubleshooting Techniques
  • Structured troubleshooting methodologies
  • Best practices for isolating faults
• 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM: Troubleshooting Power and Signal Issues
  • Practical approach to resolving power and signal path problems
  • Diagnosing antenna and frequency issues
• 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Troubleshooting Security & Encryption Problems
  • Issues related to secure communications and encryption faults
  • Procedures for resetting and recalibrating encryption systems
• 3:15 PM – 5:00 PM: Hands-on Lab: Troubleshooting Real Devices
  • Practical troubleshooting exercises on provided practice devices
  • Group-based troubleshooting scenarios

Day 4: Soldering and Motherboard Repairs

• 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Soldering Techniques
  • Introduction to micro-soldering
  • Hands-on practice with soldering equipment and materials
• 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Motherboard Repair
  • Common issues and repair techniques for motherboards in military radios
  • Replacing defective components
• 3:15 PM – 5:00 PM: Lab Session: Soldering and Motherboard Repair
  • Hands-on work with military radio motherboards
  • Supervised practice of component replacement and reflow techniques

Day 5: Advanced Troubleshooting & Repairs

• 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Advanced Fault Isolation
  • Troubleshooting complex problems in military radios
  • Working on multi-layer boards and complex circuitry
• 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: RF and Frequency Troubleshooting
  • Techniques for diagnosing and repairing RF (Radio Frequency) issues
  • Adjusting and calibrating radio frequencies
• 3:15 PM – 5:00 PM: Lab Session: Advanced Repairs
  • Practice advanced repairs on radios with complex faults
  • Individual project work

Day 6: Satellite and Airborne Radio Systems

• 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Satellite Communication Radios
  • Overview of satellite radio systems used in military operations
  • Troubleshooting satellite-specific communication issues
• 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM: Airborne Radio Systems
  • Key components and repair techniques for airborne radios
  • Diagnosing communication problems in airborne scenarios
• 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Hands-on Lab: Satellite and Airborne Radios
  • Working on real or simulated satellite and airborne radios
  • Identifying and fixing issues unique to these systems
• 3:15 PM – 5:00 PM: Group Project: Simulated Field Repairs
  • Simulating repair tasks in a field environment
  • Group exercises and peer evaluations

Day 7: Final Review & Certification

• 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Review of Major Topics
  • Recap of diagnostics, troubleshooting, soldering, and repairs
  • Open discussion on problem areas and clarification of any doubts
• 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM: Final Hands-on Assessment
  • Practical examination: Diagnose and repair a given radio
  • Individual project completion
• 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Final Theoretical Assessment
  • Written test on theoretical knowledge and concepts learned
• 3:15 PM – 5:00 PM: Certification
  • Awarding of certificates by the Institute of Electronics and Electrical Engineers (IEEE) and Wireless Training Center IEEE Certificates may take up to a week to receive.
  • Group photo and feedback session

Free Tools Provided: All free opening and repair tools will be provided in the class. For on-site course a list of tools will be provided for purchase.

Practice Devices:
Devices for practical repair will be provided in the class.

Lab Setup:
Free lab setup is offered to “On-Site” training course

Equipment List:
A list of equipment will be provided upon request to purchase in advance

Certification:
Participants will receive certification from both the Institute of Electronics and Electrical Engineers (IEEE) and the Wireless Training Center.