MODULES AND DELIVERY PERIODS
The SMTP will be delivered through a blended learning approach. Each module will be delivered online, through the ITU Academy platform over 4 weeks, 3 weeks of independent study and 1 week with tutor support. Participants will be required to carry out scheduled exercises and actively participate in the various discussion fora as part of the assessment. At the end of the first 4 modules, participants will be required to attend a face-to-face training at AFRALTI for the award of a basic level certificate. The same methodology will apply to participants who wish to attain an advanced level certificate and have successfully completed all the required modules.
STUDY TRACKS
The programme comprises 5 obligatory modules and 10 elective modules. The SMTP is organized into the following study tracks:
Basic Level Certificate |
Obligatory Modules
OM1 – Legal basis and regulatory framework of spectrum management
OM2 – Spectrum engineering fundamentals
OM3 – Wireless telecommunications technologies
Elective Modules (learners to choose 1 module from these)
EM1.1 – Spectrum Monitoring
EM1.2 – Enforcement and type approval of equipment
EM1.3 – SM for satellite systems
EM1.4 – SM for HF systems, science, maritime and amateur services
EM1.5 – SM for aeronautical and radio determination services and military systems
EM1.6 – Computer aided spectrum management |
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Advanced Level Certificate |
Obligatory Modules
OM4 – Economic market tools for spectrum management
OM5 – Strategic Planning and Policies for Wireless Innovation
Elective Modules (learners to choose 2 modules from these)
EM2.1 – Advanced spectrum authorization regimes
EM2.2 – Terrestrial TV broadcasting planning and digital transition
EM2.3 – Socio economic impact of spectrum regulation, competition and consumer protection
EM2.4 – Opportunistic spectrum access and cognitive radio |
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After successful completion of each module, the candidate will be awarded a certificate for the module. On completion of the required number and combination modules for the basic level, as indicated in the table above, the candidate will be required to attend a one week training at AFRALTI before being awarded an ITU basic level certificate. On completion of the required number and combination of modules for advanced level, as indicated in the table above, the candidate will be required to attend a one week face-to-face training before being awarded an ITU advanced level certificate.