Introduction to Satellite Link Budgets & Satmaster Pro
This unique online self-paced course provides a basic grounding in satellite link budgets and fundamental instruction on using Satmaster Pro, an industry-respected, cost-effective link budget program. The course features 17 core lessons, 7 tutorial videos, and 3 quizzes concluding with a comprehensive hands-on practical exercise to test your understanding of Satmaster Pro.
Course Overview
Link budgets are the standard tool for designing and assessing satellite communications links. They account for various factors including atmospheric propagation, satellite performance characteristics, ground earth station equipment, radio frequency interference from adjacent satellites, modulation characteristics, and other physical layer aspects of satellite communications systems.
Satmaster Pro is a widely-recognized, cost-effective Windows desktop link budget software package from Arrowe Technical Services, used throughout the satellite communications industry. This course, developed by BeaconSeek (creators of SlingPath) and approved by Arrowe, builds on years of face-to-face training experience.
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Perform simple link budgets
- Interpret and improve results
- Utilize the 60+ additional tools available within Satmaster Pro
Intended Audience
This course is designed for satellite communications engineers, technicians, technical managers, and students — anyone interested in learning about satellite link budgets and specifically using Satmaster Pro.
Note: This course is not suitable for LEO link budget calculations, as Satmaster Pro is designed for simpler applications – not the highly specialized requirements of LEO systems.
Course Details
The program demonstrates in detail how to complete all Satmaster Pro input forms to create a sample link budget. Participants will:
- Perform exercises in adjusting link budgets for optimal results
- Explore approximately 60 additional satellite communications engineering tools within Satmaster Pro
Unlike typical online PowerPoint presentations or poorly recorded lectures found on the internet, this is a highly-developed, professional, and interactive experience that will enhance your understanding of satellite link budget processes and Satmaster Pro software.
Flexibility and Accessibility
- Self-paced learning allows you to progress at your preferred speed
- Complete the course in a day or spread it over a year
- All video tutorials include closed captions for accessibility
- 12-month access to course materials after enrollment
- For organizations, group purchases include a dedicated dashboard for supervisors to monitor delegate progress
Required
Participants should have a basic understanding of satellite communication principles. While we don’t explore these principles in great depth, the review can serve as a foundation for further learning through other resources.
Course Content
Course Benefits
- Gain comprehensive knowledge of satellite link budgets and develop skills to interpret results effectively
- Study with confidence knowing this course has been officially approved by Arrowe, the developers of Satmaster Pro
- Master Satmaster Pro software to independently produce satellite link budgets with confidence
- Access to knowledgeable support from within each Lesson
- Earn a Certificate of Achievement upon successful completion, enhancing your professional credentials and career prospects
- Enjoy full access to all course materials for 12 months from registration, regardless of when you complete the coursework
Course Requirements
To successfully complete this course, you will need:
- Basic understanding of satellite communications principles
- Good proficiency in written English
- Windows desktop PC or large tablet (MacOS not supported)
- Reliable internet connection (minimum 2Mbps download speed)
- Access to Satmaster Pro v10.6 or later for full certification (earlier versions are incompatible)
Note about Satmaster Pro software – the software is not included with the Course. If you don’t already have access, you can purchase it here. A Demo version is available and can be used for training purposes, though it has limitations including no ability to save files, which may make some exercises more time-consuming. You may complete the course without the full version, but the experience will be more efficient with the licensed software.
Course Price: £500 (+ VAT if applicable)
Provides 12 months of access from date of registration
Payment Methods – Credit/Debit Card or PayPal
(Bank Transfer available for Group purchases only, settlement must be in GBP)
Group discounts available – please contact us at info@slingpath.com to make an enquiry
VAT
VAT is NOT chargeable to:
Non-UK/EU Customers
EU Customers with a valid VAT number entered during the Checkout process (VAT reverse charge mechanism applies)
VAT is chargeable to:
all UK customers
EU consumers
VAT is calculated in accordance with the UK/EU VAT rate where the Course is considered to be used by the Customer – this is confirmed during the Checkout process