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SMM 01

COURSE TITLE Naval Command School (Foreign Navies) COURSE LOCATION COMFORPAT Augusta, Italy COURSE OBJECTIVES To prepare attendees to assume ship's command The course is mainly oriented towards practical instead of theoretical training with the aim to provide realistic situations to the students on how to safely COURSE CURRICULUM manoeuvre ships both day and night time within harbours and at open seas also within a task group.

6 weeks each Session (a total of 4 Sessions per year: February-March, April- COURSE DURATION May, September-October, October-November)

NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 1 per Session (a total of 4 students per year) FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS Attendees must be: - lieutenant with adequate expertise and skills gained aboard navy ships; - qualified as Officer of the Deck and well versed to prevent collisions at sea COURSE in accordance with international rules and standards as per the Convention PREREQUISITES IMO - STCW '95 (Table A-II / 1); - fluent in Italian language. - English language provided - POLICY REGARDING Documentation and lectures will be kept at UNCLAS level NON-NATO COUNTRIES Students may take advantage of local Navy Club logistic facilities (i.e. ROOM & BOARD lodgings and board ~55 Euros per day)

ITALIAN NAVY SMM 02

COURSE TITLE Basic Officer Course COURSE LOCATION Naval Academy – Livorno COURSE OBJECTIVES To train and develop young men and women who aspire to be naval officers Designed to train officers designated to embark and take future command of naval units and/or operating entities of the armed forces. Upon completion of the three year course of study, officers will be awarded a degree in Maritime & Naval Science. Subsequently, at the end of the fourth year, the officers will COURSE CURRICULUM attend the courses and apprenticeships achieving one of the following ratings: Telecommunications, Artillery or Antisom (whose choice will be indicated by bilateral agreements) and useful for the achievement of the Master's Degree in Maritime and Naval Sciences at partner University. 3 academic years for a degree, 2 academic years (including the qualification period and internship) for obtaining the Master's Degree in Maritime and Naval Sciences. Foreign Students attend a preparatory course at one of two locations: Loreto or Perugia with a tentative start in March/April. Upon receiving satisfying marks on the final Italian language proficiency exam (August) and meeting COURSE DURATION all physical standards, admittance will be granted into the 1st Class of the Italian Naval Academy Basic Officer Course. The course consists of at least two embarkations on an Italian training school ship in which midshipmen are integrated into the daily life of an operating unit at sea. Each embarkation takes place during the summer for a total duration of around 10 weeks. NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS FOR ~ 1 per every 6/7 Italian students, 9/10 maximum. FOREIGN STUDENTS - High school diploma or equivalent, preferably from a nautical or scientific institution, that satisfies requirements for entry into third level education. Diplomas, for entry into Italian University, should be the original copy with an attached Italian translation and be validated by the school system of the respective nation. Diplomas must be turned in immediately upon arrival in Italy. - Must be in good mental and physical standing to meet requirements of an officer serving in the Italian Navy. Upon arrival foreign students will undergo a series of medical examinations to determine medical readiness, in particular, COURSE students must have 10/10 vision. PREREQUISITES - Must be between the ages of 18-22 years. - Students must successfully complete the Italian language course at either Loreto or Perugia (minimal level for admission is L2-S1-R1-W1 IAW STANAG 6001, Edition 4). - compulsory membership on the Hational Health Service. - Upon arrival in Italy to show the entire scheduled school records is mandatory - Failure to pass / possession of one of the aforementioned requirements, involves the immediate repatriation to home nation. POLICY REGARDING All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES ROOM & BOARD Room & board is provided in accordance with bilateral agreements.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 03

COURSE TITLE Basic Engineering Officer Training Course COURSE LOCATION Naval Academy – Livorno To train and develop young men and women who aspire to be naval COURSE OBJECTIVES engineering officers For officers designated to work within ship propulsion plants. Upon completion study, officers will be awarded a degree in Naval Engineering. COURSE CURRICULUM A percentage of officers will be awarded a degree in civil and environmental engineering for follow on work in the field of infrastructure. 6 academic years (4 at the Naval Academy and 2 at a conventional state university) The course consists of at least two embarkations on an Italian training school COURSE DURATION ship in which midshipmen are integrated into the daily life of an operating unit at sea. Each embarkation takes place during the summer for a total duration of around 10 weeks. NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 3 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS - High school diploma or equivalent, preferably from a nautical or scientific institution, that satisfies requirements for entry into third level education. Diplomas, for entry into Italian University, should be the original copy with an attached Italian translation and be validated by the school system of the respective nation. Diplomas must be turned in immediately upon arrival in Italy. - Must be in good mental and physical standing to meet requirements of an officer serving in the Italian Navy. Upon arrival foreign students will COURSE undergo a series of medical examinations to determine medical readiness. PREREQUISITES - Must be between the ages of 18-22 years. - Students must successfully complete the Italian language course at either Loreto or Perugia (minimal level for admission is L2-S1-R1-W1 IAW STANAG 6001, Edition 4). - compulsory membership on the Hational Health Service. - Upon arrival in Italy to show the entire scheduled school records is mandatory Failure to successfully complete the language course or achieve the above test score requisites will result in the immediate return to one’s home nation. POLICY REGARDING All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES ROOM & BOARD Room & board is provided in accordance with bilateral agreements.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 04

COURSE TITLE Junior Staff Course COURSE LOCATION Naval Staff College (NSC) - Venice Provide students with knowledge and skills required to developing, planning and conducting staff activities related to Navy and Joint central/peripheral Commands, within national, foreign and international organizations.

Participants will acquire: - main principles of the “Working Methods and Operating Planning Procedures” currently in use at national and NATO level (namely COPD); COURSE OBJECTIVES - written and oral “Communications” skills, with specific reference to forms of communications in use at headquarters; the value of strategic communications; elements of Public Relations; - main principles of “Doctrine” and “Strategy,” with a focus on the international environment in which Armed Forces (Navy in particular) operate; - main principles of “Management” and “International, Maritime and Humanitarian Law.” The educational course is based on an increasing level of complexity of information and crisis scenarios faced by the students.

The learning process includes: - classes held by trained officers; - additional classes/conferences held by subject matter experts with solid academic and military background or widely known for their knowledge COURSE CURRICULUM on the topic; - individual and group exercises and syndicates; - attendance to specific seminars and conferences planned, organized and held at the Institute.

Students performances will be evaluated through intermediate tests, in each subject, and a final, overall examination. COURSE DURATION Approximately 13 weeks, 3 terms per year (Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jul) NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 2-6 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS  rank: OF-2/3; COURSE  -good working knowledge of Italian language (to be verified by PREREQUISITES Italian Military Attaché) POLICY REGARDING

NON-NATO COUNTRIES Subject to availability and upon request, foreign students may book a room with private toilet/shower (at the Institute) or a suite (in a military installation ROOM & BOARD within walking distance). The institute provides an all-hands mess, open every day, including weekends (booking required). Lodging and meals will be at students' expense.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 05

COURSE TITLE Hydrography professional qualification (Idr) (Category B Surveyor) COURSE LOCATION Istituto Idrografico della Marina - Genoa To provide the know-how necessary to perform the tasks of the Hydrographic Officer on board survey vessels and at hydrographic services (technical divisions). COURSE OBJECTIVES The course provides the know-how required to be certified as Category B Surveyor after two years of training on the job.

The course at IIM is divided into two phases: phase “0” - 4 weeks – to provide the basic knowledge required to attend phase “1”; COURSE CURRICULUM phase “1” - 17 weeks- to deal with technical and specialized matters in the field of hydro-oceanography. Lessons are in English.

8 months (November - August), 25 weeks for theory classes at the Istituto COURSE DURATION Idrografico della Marina, 8 weeks practice sessions on board survey vessels. NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 3 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS  Ensign /sublieutenant, corps of staff officers; COURSE  Petty officers and seamen, combat system TLC and sonar specialists; PREREQUISITES  High-school degree, preferably scientific or technical;  Fluent English, to be assessed before the course. POLICY REGARDING Lessons will focus on NON CLASSIFIED material. NON-NATO COUNTRIES Accomodation is not provided. ROOM & BOARD Meals can be taken at the IIM canteen (6.50 euros) on working days.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 06

COURSE TITLE Specialization in Hydro-Oceanography (IDO) (Category “A” surveyor) COURSE LOCATION Istituto Idrografico della Marina - Genoa To provide the technical and practical skills required to obtain the II level master degree in marine geomatics:  planning and supervising surveys and performing data validation;  improving the theory and practice of hydrography, oceanography and COURSE OBJECTIVES nautical sciences;  teaching hydrography and oceanography at military training centres; The master allows to be certified Category A Surveyor after two years of training on the job. Two academic years as follows:  phase 1 - 16 weeks, 10 of which for classes and 6 for exam preparation - theory;  phase 2 - 20 weeks, 13 of which for classes and 7 for exam preparation - theory; COURSE CURRICULUM  phase 3 - 10 weeks training on survey vessels/in hydrography and geodesy campaigns/at the IIM;  phase 4 - 10 weeks, 2 of which for lessons and practical sessions and 8 for training and dissertation. Lessons are in English.

COURSE DURATION 2 academic years. NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 3 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS  sublieutenant or lieutenant, corps of staff officers, with adequate COURSE professional skills; PREREQUISITES  Post-graduate degree or equivalent;  Fluency in English, to be assessed before the course. POLICY REGARDING Lessons will focus on NON CLASSIFIED material. NON-NATO COUNTRIES Accomodation is not provided. ROOM & BOARD Meals can be taken at the IIM canteen (6.50 €) on working days.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 07

CHIEF PETTY OFFICERS’ REGULAR COURSE AND APPLICATION COURSE TITLE COURSE COURSE LOCATION Navy Petty Officer School TARANTO The course is aimed at providing the attending personnel with the knowledge required to be employed as Chief Petty Officers for carrying out 2nd level tasks such as controller and/or shift foreman, maintenance staff supervisor, fiduciary of warrant COURSE OBJECTIVES officer aboard small units with the possibility of achieving 3rd and 4th levels assignments, involving coordination and high-specialised charges. Upon completion of the course, the Chief Petty Officers can obtain the three-year academic degree.

The Chief Petty Officer regular course consists of three years: 1st year : “Basic Formation”, “Specialist Preparatory”, and 1st year Academic and Specialist Studies:  Boatswain  Combat System Specialists  Combat System Technicians  Platform System Technician  Harbour Pilots  Qualified Nurses Upon completion of this 1st year the naval training campaign is carried out. 2nd year: 2nd Academic and Specialist Studies; different studies for each specialization:

 Boatswain  Combat System Specialists COURSE CURRICULUM  Combat System Technicians  Platform System Technician  Harbour Pilots  Qualified Nurses 1st applying year (3rd year) this year is aimed at obtaining the three-year degree with different studies for each specialization:

 Boatswain  Combat System Specialists  Combat System Technicians  Platform System Technician  Harbour Pilots  Qualified Nurses

COURSE DURATION The course will last three academic years No. 2 places for each specialization; NUMBER OF AVAILABLE No. 2 places for the qualified nurses; POSITIONS FOR FOREIGN No. 14 students STUDENTS

 A good knowledge of Italian language to be tested before starting COURSE PREREQUISITES related course;  Required school-leaving certificate POLICY REGARDING No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES Room and board, sports facilities and education equipment will be available and ROOM & BOARD provided by the Institute

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 08

Stage and Professional Training Course for Petty Officers 3rd Class Combat System Technicians : COURSE TITLE  Radar Operators ;  Telecommunications Operators ;  Sonar Operators COURSE LOCATION Navy Petty Officer School TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the personnel from the Junior Ratings to the Petty Officers 3rd class rate, in order to allow them to carry out the 2nd Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators ,thanks to:  An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations;  Knowledge of equipments’ particular and general elements and their working methods;  Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Combat) COURSE OBJECTIVES  Awareness of duties and responsabilities, related to their specific role

Upon completion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained:  A deeper knowledge related to their specialization;  Possibility to carry out successfully the Higher Specialist Qualification Course;  Awareness of their own role within military organization;  An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training;  An improved fitness This course is addressed to every specializations, but the Boatswains, Engine Technicians, Harbour Pilots, and it generally consisting in the following main activities:  An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out COURSE CURRICULUM efficiently their own tasks;  Subjects concerning military formation/training, well known as “formal training”  Sports activities

The course consists of two phases for a total of 20 weeks, once a year, COURSE DURATION generally starting in October/November NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS No. 5 places for each specialization FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE A good knowledge of Italian language to be tested before starting related PREREQUISITES course POLICY REGARDING No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES ROOM & BOARD Room and board, sports facilities and education equipment will be available

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 09

Stage and Professional Training Course for Petty Officers 3rd Class Combat System Technicians : COURSE TITLE  Electron Technicians;  Torpedo and Naval Ordnance Engineers  Fitters COURSE LOCATION Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the personnel from the Junior Ratings to the Rank Petty Officers 3rd class rate, in order to allow them to carry out the 2nd Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators , thanks to:  An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations;  Knowledge of equipments’ particular and general elements and their working methods;  Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Combat, Passive Defence) COURSE OBJECTIVES  Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their specific role

Upon completion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained:  A deeper knowledge related to their specialization;  Possibility to carry out successfully the Higher Specialist Qualification Course;  Awareness of their own role within the military organization;  An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training;  An improved fitness This course generally consists of the following main activities:  An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations and enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their tasks; COURSE CURRICULUM  Subjects concerning military formation/training, well known as “formal training”  Sports activities

The course consists of two phases for a total of 20 weeks, once a year, COURSE DURATION generally starting in October/November NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS No. 5 places for each specialization FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE A good knowledge of Italian language to be tested before starting related PREREQUISITES course POLICY REGARDING No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES Room and board, sports facilities and education equipment will be available ROOM & BOARD and provided by the Institute

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 10

Stage and Professional Training Course for Petty Officers 3rd Class COURSE TITLE Platform System Technicians:  Electricians COURSE LOCATION Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the personnel from Junior Ratings to the Petty Officers 3rd class rating, in order to allow them to carry out the 2nd Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators ,thanks to:  An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations;  Knowledge of equipments’ particular and general elements and their working methods;  Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Passive Defence) COURSE OBJECTIVES  Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their specific role

Upon completion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained:  A deeper knowledge related to their specialization;  Possibility to carry out successfully the Higher Specialist Qualification Course;  Awareness of their own role within the military organization;  An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training;  An improved fitness This course generally consists of the following main activities:  An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their tasks; COURSE CURRICULUM  Subjects concerning military formation/training, well known as “formal training”  Sports activities

The course consists of two phases for a total of 20 weeks, once a year, COURSE DURATION generally starting in October/November NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS No. 5 places FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE A good knowledge of Italian language to be tested before starting related PREREQUISITES course POLICY REGARDING No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES Room and board, sports facilities and education equipment will be available ROOM & BOARD and provided by the Institute

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 11

Stage and Professional Training Course for Petty Officers 3rd Class Logistics and Administration Systems: COURSE TITLE  P.O Secretary  P.O. Accountant  Cooks of the mess and galley COURSE LOCATION Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the personnel from Junior Ratings to the Petty Officers 3rd class rate, in order to allow them to carry out the 2nd Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators ,thanks to:  An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations;  Knowledge of equipments’ particular and general elements and their working methods;  Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Sustenance Support) COURSE OBJECTIVES  Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their specific role

Upon completion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained:  A deeper knowledge related to their specialization;  Possibility to carry out successfully the Higher Specialist Qualification Course;  Awareness of their own role within the military organization;  An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training;  An improved fitness This course is addressed to every specializations, but the Boatswains, Engine Technicians, Harbour Pilots, and generally consisting in the following main activities:  An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out COURSE CURRICULUM efficiently their tasks;  Subjects concerning military formation/training, well known as “formal training”  Sports activities

The course consists of two phases for a total of 20 weeks, once a year, COURSE DURATION generally starting in October/November NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS No. 5 places for each specialization FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE A good knowledge of Italian language to be tested before starting related PREREQUISITES course POLICY REGARDING No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES Room and board, sports facilities and education equipment will be available ROOM & BOARD and provided by the Institute

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 12

Refresher and Vocational Training Course for Sergeants COURSE Platform System Technicians: DENOMINATION  Engine-room Technicians

Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena COURSE LOCATION The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the personnel from the Junior Ratings to the Rank Petty Officers 3rd class rate, in order to enable them to carry out the 2nd level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators , with the acquisition of:  advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specialisations;  knowledge of equipments’ particular and general elements and their working methods;  conduct of activities in related operational fields (Mobility, COURSE OBJECTIVES Passive Defence)  awareness of duties and responsibilities related to their specific role Upon completion of the course, attendees are expected to have acquired:  a deeper knowledge related to their specialisation;  the awareness of their own role within the military organisation;  good command of military etiquette and adequate individual salute and march training;  improved fitness This course includes the following activities:  acquisition of advanced knowledge about specific subjects enabling attendees to carry out efficiently tasks related to COURSE CURRICULUM respective specialisations; AND SCHEDULE  military training, through an adequate individual salute and march training;  sport activities

TYPICAL COURSE The course consists of two phases for a total of 26 weeks, once a year, generally DURATION starting in October/November PLACES AVAILABLE FOR FOREIGN No. 5 STUDENTS COURSE Good knowledge of Italian language, to be assessed prior to the start of the PREREQUISITES course POLICY REGARDING All course material is UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES BOARD & LODGING Board and lodging, along with sport facilities and educational material will be provided by the School

ITALIAN NAVY SMM 13

COURSE Refresher and Vocational Training Course for Sergeants DENOMINATION  Seaman

Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena COURSE LOCATION The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the personnel from the Junior Ratings to the Rank Petty Officers 3rd class rate, in order to enable them to carry out the 2nd level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, with the acquisition of:  advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specialisations;  knowledge of equipments’ particular and general elements and their working methods;  conduct of activities in related operational fields (Combat, COURSE OBJECTIVES Mobility)  awareness of duties and responsibilities related to their specific role Upon completion of the course, attendees are expected to have acquired:  a deeper knowledge related to their specialisation;  the awareness of their own role within the military organisation;  good command of military etiquette and adequate individual salute and march training;  improved fitness This course includes the following activities:  acquisition of advanced knowledge about specific subjects enabling attendees to carry out efficiently tasks related to COURSE CURRICULUM respective specialisations; AND SCHEDULE  military training, through an adequate individual salute and march training;  sport activities TYPICAL COURSE The course consists of two phases for a total of 26 weeks, once a year, DURATION generally starting in October/November PLACES AVAILABLE FOR FOREIGN No. 5 STUDENTS COURSE Good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the course PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING All course material is UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES BOARD & LODGING Board and lodging, along with sport facilities and educational material will be provided by the School

ITALIAN NAVY SMM 14

COURSE Refresher and Vocational Training Course for Sergeants of the Coast Guard DENOMINATION

TYPICAL COURSE The course consists of two phases, for a total of 26 weeks, once a year, generally DURATION starting in October/November PLACES AVAILABLE FOR FOREIGN No. 5 STUDENTS COURSE Good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the course PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING All course material is UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES BOARD & LODGING Board and lodging, along with sport facilities and educational material will be provided by the School

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 15

Specialistic Basic Education Course for VFP-4 P.Os (Temporary Service Volunteers) Combat Systems Technicians COURSE TITLE  Radar Operators ;  Telecommunications Operators ;  Sonar Operators COURSE LOCATION Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the Petty Officers 3rd class rate, in order to allow them to carry out the 1st Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, thanks to:  An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations;  Knowledge of equipments’ particular and general elements and their working methods;  Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Combat) COURSE OBJECTIVES  Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their specific role

Upon conclusion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained:  A deeper knowledge related to their specialization;  Awareness of their own role within the military organization;  An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training;  An improved fitness This course generally consists in the following main activities:  An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their tasks;  Subjects concerning military formation/training, well known COURSE CURRICULUM as “formal training”  Subjects concerning the “seamen basic professionalism” well-known as “sailor’s education”  The safety and rescue at sea regulations drawing inspiration from the IMO STWC 95 Convention

The course consists of 26 weeks, two terms a year and generally during two COURSE DURATION different periods: January/July and June/February NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS No. 5 places for each specialization FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE A good knowledge of Italian language to be tested before starting related PREREQUISITES course POLICY REGARDING No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES Room and board, sports facilities and education equipment will be available ROOM & BOARD and provided by the Institute ITALIAN NAVY SMM 16

Basic Specialistic Education Course for VFP-4 P.Os (Temporary Service Volunteers) Combat Systems Technicians COURSE TITLE  Electron Technicians;  Torpedo and Naval Ordnance Engineers  Fitters COURSE LOCATION Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the Petty Officers 3rd class rate, in order to allow them to carry out the 1st Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, thanks to:  An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations;  Knowledge of equipments’ particular and general elements and their working methods;  Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Combat, Passive Defence) COURSE OBJECTIVES  Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their specific role

Upon completion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained:  A deeper knowledge related to their specialization;  Awareness of their own role within the military organization;  An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training;  An improved fitness This course generally consists in the following main activities:  An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their tasks;  Subjects concerning military formation/training, well known COURSE CURRICULUM as “formal training”  Subjects concerning the “seamen basic professionalism” well- known as “sailor’s education”  The safety and rescue at sea regulations drawing inspiration from the IMO STWC 95 Convention

ITALIAN NAVY SMM 17

Basic Specialistic Education Course for VFP-4 P.Os (Temporary Service Volunteers) COURSE TITLE Platform System Technicians  Electricians COURSE LOCATION Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the Petty Officers 3rd class rate, in order to allow them to carry out the 1st Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, thanks to:  An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations;  Knowledge of equipments’ particular and general elements and their working methods;  Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Passive Defence, Mobility) COURSE OBJECTIVES  Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their specific role

Upon completion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained:  A deeper knowledge related to their specialization;  Awareness of their own role within the military organization;  An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training;  An improved fitness This course is addressed to every specializations, but the Boatswains, Engine Technicians, Harbour Pilots, and generally consisting in the following main activities:  An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their tasks; COURSE CURRICULUM  Subjects concerning military formation/training, well known as “formal training”  Subjects concerning the “seamen basic professionalism” well-known as “sailor’s education”  The safety and rescue at sea regulations drawing inspiration from the IMO STWC 95 Convention

The course consists of 26 weeks, two terms a year and taking place generally COURSE DURATION during two different periods: January/July and June/February NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS No. 5 places FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE A good knowledge of Italian language to be tested before starting related PREREQUISITES course POLICY REGARDING No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES Room and board, sports facilities and education equipment will be available ROOM & BOARD and provided by the Institute ITALIAN NAVY SMM 18

Basic Specialistic Education Course for VFP-4 P.Os (Temporary Service Volunteers) Logistics and Administration Systems: COURSE TITLE  P.O Secretaries  P.O. Accountants  Cooks of Mess and Gallery COURSE LOCATION Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the Petty Officers, in order to allow them to carry out the 1st Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, thanks to:  An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations;  Knowledge of equipments’ particular and general elements and their working methods;  Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Sustenance Support) COURSE OBJECTIVES  Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their specific role

Upon completion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained:  A deeper knowledge related to their specialization;  Awareness of their own role within the military organization;  An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training;  An improved fitness This course is addressed to every specializations, but the Boatswains, Engine Technicians, Harbour Pilots, and generally consisting in the following main activities:  An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their tasks; COURSE CURRICULUM  Subjects concerning military formation/training, well known as “formal training”  Subjects concerning the “seamen basic professionalism” well-known as “sailor’s education”  The safety and rescue at sea regulations drawing inspiration from the IMO STWC 95 Convention

The course consists of 26 weeks, two terms a year taking place generally COURSE DURATION during two different periods: January/July and June/February NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS No. 5 places for each specialization FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE A good knowledge of Italian language to be tested before starting related PREREQUISITES course POLICY REGARDING No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES Room and board, sports facilities and education equipment will be available ROOM & BOARD and provided by the Institute

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 19

COURSE Basic Vocational Training Course for VFP-4 Enlisted personnel (Temporary DENOMINATION Service Volunteers): Seamanship and boat handling course

Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena COURSE LOCATION The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of Enlisted personnel, providing them with basic training to carry out the 1st level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, with the acquisition of:  a basic knowledge of subjects related to their specialisations;  knowledge of equipments’ particular and general elements and their working methods;  the ability to conduct basic activities in their operational fields (Combat, Passive Defence) COURSE OBJECTIVES  awareness of duties and responsibilities related to their specific role Upon completion of the course, attendees are expected to have acquired:  a deeper knowledge related to their specialisation;  the awareness of their own role within the military organisation;  good command of military etiquette and adequate individual salute and march training;  improved fitness This course includes the following activities:  acquisition of advanced knowledge about specific subjects enabling attendees to carry out efficiently tasks related to respective specialisations; COURSE CURRICULUM  military training, through an adequate individual salute and AND SCHEDULE march training;  specific seamen basic training (‘seamanship’)  knowledge of guidelines on safety and rescue at sea, in accordance with the IMO STWC 95 Convention

TYPICAL COURSE The course, consisting of 25 weeks (two terms per year), is generally held in two DURATION sessions: January/July and June/February PLACES AVAILABLE FOR FOREIGN No. 5 STUDENTS COURSE Good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the course PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING All course material is UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES BOARD & LODGING Board and lodging, along with sport facilities and educational material will be provided by the School

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SMM 20

Basic Vocational Training Course for VFP-4 Enlisted personnel (Temporary COURSE Service Volunteers) DENOMINATION Hull, auxiliary systems and diesel marine engines Platform System Technicians – Maintainer Basic Course

Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena COURSE LOCATION The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of Enlisted personnel, providing them with basic training to carry out 1st level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, with the acquisition of:  a basic knowledge of subjects related to their specialisations;  knowledge of equipments’ particular and general elements and their working methods;  the ability to conduct basic activities in their operational fields (Mobility, Passive Defence) COURSE OBJECTIVES  awareness of duties and responsibilities related to their specific role Upon completion of the course, attendees are expected to have acquired:  a deeper knowledge related to their specialisation;  the awareness of their own role within the military organisation;  good command of military etiquette and adequate individual salute and march training;  improved fitness This course includes the following activities:  acquisition of advanced knowledge about specific subjects enabling attendees to carry out efficiently tasks related to COURSE CURRICULUM respective specialisations; AND SCHEDULE  military training, through an adequate individual salute and march training;  specific seamen basic training (‘seamanship’)

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SMM 21

Basic Vocational Training Course for Coast Guard Corps VFP-4 Enlisted COURSE personnel (Temporary Service Volunteers) DENOMINATION Seamanship and Boat Handling Course

Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena COURSE LOCATION The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of Enlisted personnel, providing them with basic training to carry out the 1st level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, with the acquisition of:  a basic knowledge of subjects related to their specialisations;  knowledge of equipments’ particular and general elements and their working methods;  awareness of duties and responsibilities related to their COURSE OBJECTIVES specific role Upon completion of the course, attendees are expected to have acquired:  a deeper knowledge related to their specialisation;  the awareness of their own role within the military organisation;  good command of military etiquette and adequate individual salute and march training;  improved fitness This course includes the following activities:  acquisition of advanced knowledge about specific subjects enabling attendees to carry out efficiently tasks related to respective specialisations; COURSE CURRICULUM  military training, through an adequate individual salute and AND SCHEDULE march training;  specific seamen basic training (‘seamanship’)  knowledge of guidelines on safety and rescue at sea, in accordance with the IMO STWC 95 Convention

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SMM 23

COURSE Naval Command and Offshore Patrol Boat Qualification Course for Foreign DENOMINATION Police Corps P.O.s

Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena COURSE LOCATION The course is aimed at:  improving the theoretic/practical skills as well as basic COURSE OBJECTIVES technical knowledge, in order to enable attendees to command deep-sea vessels’ (without no distance restrictions off coasts) and to fulfil the required tasks; The whole course consists in 19 weeks devoted to teaching activities + 3 weeks for examinations. It is held in two phases; during the first one the following subjects are dealt with:  deep-sea vessel sailing;  nautical science/meteorology;  elements of naval building and equipment on board, fitting and manoeuvring;  professional maritime knowledge

COURSE CURRICULUM Upon completion of this first phase, attendees will be tested in order to pass AND SCHEDULE nd to the 2 level.

The 2nd phase of the course is aimed at improving and broadening the knowledge of:  deep-sea vessel sailing;  nautical science/meteorology,  professional skills;  communications;  engines TYPICAL COURSE The course, consisting of 22 weeks, is generally held in May DURATION PLACES AVAILABLE FOR FOREIGN No. 5 STUDENTS COURSE Good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the course PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING All course material is UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES BOARD & LODGING Board and lodging along with educational material will be provided by the School

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SMM 24

COURSE Qualifying Course for the operation of Endothermic Engines up to 1000HP DENOMINATION for Foreign Police/Armed Forces P.O.s

Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena COURSE LOCATION The course is aimed at improving attendees’ basic technical knowledge, in order to enable them to oil-motor vessel sailing, and providing them with the COURSE OBJECTIVES required skills for the maintenance and sailing of main equipment/engines.

The whole course lasts 12 weeks, including teaching activities and 1 week COURSE CURRICULUM for examinations. AND SCHEDULE

TYPICAL COURSE The course, consisting of 13 weeks, is generally held in April. DURATION PLACES AVAILABLE FOR FOREIGN No. 5 STUDENTS COURSE Good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the course PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING All course material is UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES BOARD & LODGING Board and lodging along with educational material will be provided by the School.

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SMM 25

COURSE Qualifying Course for the operation of Endothermic Engines up to 2400 Kw DENOMINATION

COURSE CURRICULUM The course lasts 8 weeks + 1 week for examinations. AND SCHEDULE TYPICAL COURSE The whole course, consisting of 9 weeks, is generally held in May. DURATION PLACES AVAILABLE FOR FOREIGN No. 5 STUDENTS COURSE Good knowledge of the Italian language, to be tested before starting the PREREQUISITES course. Previous knowledge of the subjects dealt with is required POLICY REGARDING No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES BOARD & LODGING Board and lodging, along with educational material will be provided by the School

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COURSE Naval Command and Coastal Patrol Boat Qualifying Course for DENOMINATION Police/Armed Forces P.O.s

Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena COURSE LOCATION The course is aimed at improving the basic technical knowledge in order to enable attendees at:  improving the theoretic/practical skills and a basic technical COURSE OBJECTIVES knowledge in order to enable attendees to the coastal units’ command and to the required tasks’ fulfilment. . The whole course lasts 11 weeks devoted to improving technical/professional skills, through the examination of the following subjects:  coastal unit sailing;  nautical science/meteorology;  elements of naval building and equipment on board, fitting COURSE CURRICULUM and manoeuvring; AND SCHEDULE  navigation laws;  communications;  maritime exercises.

1 week for examinations TYPICAL COURSE The course, consisting of 12 weeks, is generally held in September DURATION PLACES AVAILABLE FOR FOREIGN No. 5 STUDENTS COURSE Good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the related PREREQUISITES course POLICY REGARDING No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES BOARD & LODGING Board and lodging, along with educational material will be provided by the School

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COURSE Qualifying Course on Rubber Inflatable Boats Handling for foreign Enlisted DENOMINATION Personnel

Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena COURSE LOCATION The course is aimed at providing attendees with the qualification for sailing naval small boats within 12 nm off the coast or the mother ship, and with the COURSE OBJECTIVES basic first aid elements

The whole course consists of :  a three-week 1st phase, including the final written examination in ‘Engines’ and ‘First Aid Intervention’: COURSE CURRICULUM  a two-week 2nd phase, including the practical final AND SCHEDULE examination in ‘Small Unit Sailing and Maintenance’

TYPICAL COURSE 5 weeks, taking place generally in May DURATION PLACES AVAILABLE FOR FOREIGN No. 5 STUDENTS

COURSE A good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the PREREQUISITES related course

POLICY REGARDING No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES

BOARD & LODGING Board and lodging, along with educational material will be provided by the

School

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SMM 30

Specialistic Education Course for Enlisted Foreign Personnel/Technicians  Electricians COURSE TITLE  Data processing Operator;  Electronic Technician COURSE LOCATION Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the personnel, in order to allow them to carry out the 1st Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators ,thanks to:  An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations;  Knowledge of equipments’ particular and general elements and their instructions for use;  Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (mobility and a technical equipment management)  Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their COURSE OBJECTIVES specific role

Upon conclusion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained:  A deeper knowledge related to their specialization;  Possibility to carry out successfully the Higher Specialist Qualification Course;  Awareness of their own role within the military organization;  An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training;  An improved fitness This course generally consists in the following main activities:  An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging COURSE CURRICULUM grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their tasks.

COURSE DURATION 12 weeks, only once a year NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS No. 5 places minimum up to max 24 places FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE A good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the PREREQUISITES related course POLICY REGARDING No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES Room and board, education equipment and sports facilities will be available ROOM & BOARD and provided by the Institute

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SMM 31

Specialistic Education Course for Enlisted Foreign Personnel/Operational Technicians COURSE TITLE  Radar Operator;  Telecommunications Operator;  Weapon Operator COURSE LOCATION Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at proving the attending personnel with the basic qualification for carrying out the 1st level tasks of Technicians/Maintenance Operators within their operational fields through:.  An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations;  Knowledge of equipments’ particular and general elements and their instructions for use;  Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Combat)  Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their COURSE OBJECTIVES specific role

Upon completion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained:  A deeper knowledge related to their specialization;  Possibility to carry out successfully the Higher Specialist Qualification Course;  Awareness of their own role within the military organization;  An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training;  An improved fitness This course generally consists in the following main activities:  An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging COURSE CURRICULUM grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their tasks.

COURSE DURATION 12 weeks, once a year NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS No. 4 places minimum up to max 24 places FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE A good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the PREREQUISITES related course POLICY REGARDING No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES Room and board, education equipment and sports facilities will be available ROOM & BOARD and provided by the Institute

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SMM 32

COURSE TITLE Marine Safety Courses COURSE LOCATION Sea & Air Training Centre, Taranto Provide skill and knowledge to operators in Damage Control organization, as following: 1. Qualify operators belonging to damage control organization providing skill and knowledge to operate in a fire-fighting team; 2. Qualify operators belonging to damage control organization providing COURSE OBJECTIVES skill and knowledge to operate in a flood-fighting team with a focus on Damage Control organization; 3. Make proficient all personnel that operates on shore or aboard in basic CBRN survival skills, to continue to operate in CBRN threat conditions; 4. Advanced knowledge of fire, flood and CBRN risk assessment at sea and in harbour. Theoretical and practical lessons during following safety Courses: - 1st Week: Basic Fire Fighting Course - - 2nd Week: Counter Flooding Advanced Course COURSE CURRICULUM - 3rd Week (Mon-Wed): CBRN1 Course - 3rd Week (Thu-Fri): Advanced Damage Control Course At the end of any course, personnel performance will be evaluate using a point system from 1 to 30. COURSE DURATION 3 Weeks; scheduled start date of May NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 20 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS - Good level of Italian required prior to the beginning of the course (L2 – COURSE R2) PREREQUISITES  Good healt certification  NOS not required POLICY REGARDING  It is recommended that students wear steel-toed boots and fire retardant NON-NATO COUNTRIES coveralls. ROOM & BOARD  Room & Board provided

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SMM 33

COURSE TITLE Maritime Domain Awareness COURSE LOCATION Sea & Air Training Centre, Taranto  Basic introduction to Maritime Domain Awareness doctrine  Basic introduction of computer and internet usage;  Basic introduction to International maritime laws COURSE OBJECTIVES  Basic introduction to tools used and initiatives in effect to increase Maritime Situational Awareness. And also: Introduction of computer application (Windows and Office ecc) COURSE CURRICULUM Lectures on both theory and practical application COURSE DURATION 5 working days NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS From 08:10 at 16:30 ( Monday – Thursday) FOR FOREIGN From 08:10 al 12:00 (Friday) STUDENTS COURSE Max 15 PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING  Good level of Italian required prior to the beginning of the course. NON-NATO COUNTRIES  Good level of English required at the beginning of the course. ROOM & BOARD Room & Board provided

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SMM 34

COURSE TITLE Force Protection Officer COURSE LOCATION Sea & Air Training Centre, Taranto To provide sufficient theoretical and practical knowledge to adequately carry COURSE OBJECTIVES out duties as a Force Protection Officer onboard a naval unit. The course takes place at the Sea & Air Training Center and consists of both force protection theory and practical application. COURSE CURRICULUM As part of course instruction, students will become proficient in basic first aid. At the end of the course there will be a final exam on force protection theory COURSE DURATION 1 Week – 41 Class periods NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 15 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE • Certified good level of Italian PREREQUISITES • Generally good physical condition ROOM & BOARD Room & board provided

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SMM 35

COURSE TITLE Training course on the operation of basic and advance RADAR (ARPA) COURSE LOCATION Sea & Air Training Centre, Taranto To acquire the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to successfully COURSE OBJECTIVES fulfil the duties of a shipboard RADAR Operator (1) Operate RADAR utilizing its various functions: - aide to navigation - collision avoidance - target acquisition (2) Determine relative motion at sea (3) Plan navigational voyage with reference to the following: COURSE CURRICULUM - position at sea - characteristics of navigational charts - chart preparation/track planning - use of international signals and codes at sea - calculation of elements of motion at sea (set, drift, etc); - use of navigational publications. 2 Weeks (10 days of instruction) COURSE DURATION Planned course start date: June NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 7 Maximum FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Good level of Italian required prior to the beginning of the course. PREREQUISITES ROOM & BOARD Room & Board provided

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SMM 36

COURSE TITLE Tactical ASW COURSE LOCATION Sea & Air Training Centre, Taranto Provide general training on ASW Tactics in order to adequately serve as an Anti-Submarine Warfare Officer. Moreover, the aim of this course is to provide attendees with theoretical concepts related to: - Principles of underwater sound propagation; - Employment of Sonars in Anti Submarine Warfare; - Carry out ASW activities in respect of safety rules and procedures; - Mentions on ASW screens and protection of HVUs; - Target acquisition and lost contact. Mentions on classification of COURSE OBJECTIVES target; - Search and attack tactics; - Communication procedures in respect of safety rules during ASW operations; - Mentions on evasive steerings and torpedo counter measures; - Command, control and coordination of own forces; - Mentions on Naval forces tactical organization; - General Tactical Signals; - Tactical Signals in ASW. COURSE CURRICULUM Face to face lessons by using PPT. COURSE DURATION 5 working days NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 10 (Officers) FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS  Good level of Italian language to be checked before the beginning of the COURSE course. PREREQUISITES  Officers slated to fill operational billets.  Classification: UNCLASSIFIED ROOM & BOARD Room & board provided

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SMM 37

COURSE TITLE GMDSS qualification course for rescue communication staff officers COURSE LOCATION Sea & Air Training Centre, Taranto The course provides the necessary knowledge and training of the rescue communications system GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System) in accordance with SOLAS international regulations. Specifically the course is designed to train officers to adequately and autonomously carry out the following: COURSE OBJECTIVES - Adhere to regulations and procedures of international communications according to SOLAS current directives, for the safety and security of human life at sea. - Operate the main systems of the GMDSS simulator, certified according the STCW/95 regulations. The course takes place at the Sea & Air Training Center and consists of both COURSE CURRICULUM traditional classroom theoretical instruction and practical application utilizing the GMDSS simulator. At the end of the course there is a written exam. COURSE DURATION 2 weeks (10 working days) NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 12 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS • Security Clearance: UNNECESSARY • level of Italian: W2 – S2 – L2 – R2; • level of English: W1 – S1 – L1 – R1; COURSE - Basic understanding of atmospheric physics as it applies to PREREQUISITES electromagnetic wave propagation. - Sufficient understanding of the phonetic alphabet and international radio telecommunication procedures ROOM & BOARD Room & Board provided

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SMM 38

COURSE TITLE Precision Navigation Course COURSE LOCATION Sea & Air Training Centre, Taranto To train officers in the planning and execution of precision navigation in COURSE OBJECTIVES accordance with current standards and regulation. The course takes place at the Sea & Air Training Center and consists of both traditional lectures in theory and practical simulator training in which COURSE CURRICULUM students conduct navigation exercises in both normal and abnormal weather conditions. At the end of the course the is a written exam and simulator practical assessment. COURSE DURATION 2 Weeks (10 days of classroom instruction) NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 12 (max) FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS  Security Clearance: UNNECESSARY;  Level of Italian: W2 – S2 – L2 – R2; COURSE  Familarity with bridge watchstanding to include complex kinetic PREREQUISITES manuevers and operations (flight operations, anti-aircraft maneuvering, anti-torpedo manuevering, etc.)  Good understanding of tides and currents ROOM & BOARD Room & Board provided

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SMM 39

COURSE TITLE Naval Tactics Training Course COURSE LOCATION Sea & Air Training Centre, Taranto  Provide knowledge of naval doctrinal and tactical, necessary to effectively explate the operative functions of an Officer of the Deck, Information Systems Department Head, & Weapons Department Head. COURSE OBJECTIVES  Provide knowledge necessary to compile and validate important messages regarding air and naval operations.  Provide the ability to utilize the Support Systems Command in some principal capacity. COURSE CURRICULUM Theoretical & practices lessons COURSE DURATION 8 Weeks (September-November) NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 3 (Max) FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE  Good level of Italian language to be taste before to the start of the course PREREQUISITES  Required Security Clearance: NATO CONFIDENTIAL ROOM & BOARD Room & Board provided

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SMM 40

COURSE TITLE Battle Watch Officer Course COURSE LOCATION Sea & Air Training Centre, Taranto  To provide knowledge and develop the skills needed to perform the duties as Watch Officer onboard a naval unit COURSE OBJECTIVES  Provide the knowledge necessary to carry out the duties as Operations Officer on board a naval unit. COURSE CURRICULUM Theoretical & practical lessons COURSE DURATION 13 weeks (April – July) NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 3 (Max) FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE  Good level of Italian language to be taste before to the start of the course PREREQUISITES  Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRET ROOM & BOARD Room & Board provided

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SMM 41

COURSE TITLE Amphibious Officer Advanced Specialization Course COURSE LOCATION Brigata Marina San Marco - Btg Caorle Brindisi Provides advanced training officers (LT) in the field of amphibious combat, COURSE OBJECTIVES emphasizing aspects related to leadership, command and control, operational planning, decision-making and expeditionary operations The course will cover the following disciplines: War theory and the nature of war, command and control, field operations, expeditionary operations, leadership and command responsibility. COURSE CURRICULUM The course includes several educational visits and conferences aimed to provide students with a more well-rounded technical and operational knowledge. Students will also visit historical amphibious battles sites as part of the course. COURSE DURATION 25 Weeks NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 2 - 5 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Good level of Italian required ( Stanag 6001 2222 to be checked before PREREQUISITES course start) POLICY REGARDING All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES ROOM & BOARD Room & Board provided

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SMM 43

COURSE TITLE Combat Medicine Course COURSE LOCATION Brigata Marina San Marco - Btg Caorle Brindisi Train students (naval doctors and/or nurses) in the ability to medically treat COURSE OBJECTIVES and aide wounded/injured personnel in a high risk operational environment, in accordance with NATO medical doctrine. The course will cover the following disciplines:  Amphibious training;  Topography;  Individual training for combat;  Weapons training;  Physical conditioning; COURSE CURRICULUM  Explosive devices familiarity;  Basics of CBRN;  RTF procedures;  TLC equipment;  health education  Helicopter training COURSE DURATION 4 Weeks NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 6 - 12 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Excellent level of Italian required ( Stanag 6001 2222 to be checked before PREREQUISITES course start) POLICY REGARDING All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES ROOM & BOARD Room & Board available onsite

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SMM 44

COURSE TITLE Advanced Coxswain Training Course COURSE LOCATION Brigata Marina San Marco - Btg Caorle Brindisi Training students to operate small boats (RHIBs) during amphibious COURSE OBJECTIVES operations. The course will cover the following disciplines:  Amphibious training;  RTF procedures; COURSE CURRICULUM  TLC equipment;  Naval Science  Amphibious doctrine. COURSE DURATION 4 Weeks NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 2 - 10 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Good level of Italian required ( Stanag 6001 2222 to be checked before PREREQUISITES course start) POLICY REGARDING All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES ROOM & BOARD Room & Board available onsite

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SMM 45

COURSE TITLE RECON Training Course COURSE LOCATION Brigata Marina San Marco - Btg Caorle Brindisi Trains students to perform special operations as part of an amphibious operation. COURSE OBJECTIVES The course at the "Caorle" is the first phase (terrestrial) of a training period in which graduates earn the SDO & paratrooper qualifications The course will cover the following disciplines:

• Amphibious training; • Topography: • Ground combat; • Weapons training; • Physical conditioning; COURSE CURRICULUM • Explosive devices familiarity; • Basics of CBRN; • RTF procedures; • TLC equipment; • First aid training; • Helicopter Training • Naval Science; • Fire support. COURSE DURATION 18 Weeks NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 2 - 10 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Excellent level of Italian required ( Stanag 6001 2222 to be checked before PREREQUISITES course start) POLICY REGARDING All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES ROOM & BOARD Room & board available onsite

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SMM 46

COURSE Fire Support Supervisor Course (OFS/JFO) DENOMINATION

COURSE LOCATION San Marco Marine Brigade – Caorle Battalion (Brindisi)

Providing knowledge and training on fire support and qualification for the COURSE OBJECTIVES request, adjustment and direction of surface fire (air, land and sea)

The course will cover the following subjects: • topography; • FCT-PTG SAOV; • RTF procedures; • TLC equipment; COURSE CURRICULUM • helicopter training; • amphibious doctrine; • FSCC; • laser handling training; • early warning methods

TYPICAL COURSE 8 weeks DURATION

PLACES AVAILABLE FOR FOREIGN Min 5 – Max 10 STUDENTS COURSE Good knowledge of the Italian language, to be tested before starting the PREREQUISITES course POLICY REGARDING NON-NATO COUNTRIES All course material is UNCLASSIFIED

BOARD & LODGING Board & lodging available onsite

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SMM 47

COURSE TITLE Basic Course for NCOs COURSE LOCATION Brigata Marina San Marco - Btg Caorle - Brindisi Trains students to operate within the context of small units in amphibious COURSE OBJECTIVES environments The course is divided into: • 1st phase (12 weeks) • 2nd phase (11 weeks) The course will cover the following disciplines: • Amphibious training • Topography • Individual combat training • Ground combat • Weapons training COURSE CURRICULUM • Physical conditioning • Explosive device recognition • CBRN basics • RTF procedures • TLC equipment • First aid training • Helicopter training • Rock Climbing • Self-defense COURSE DURATION 13 Weeks NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Min 8 – max 50 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Good level of Italian required prior to the beginning of the course Stanag PREREQUISITES 6001 2222. POLICY REGARDING All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES ROOM & BOARD Room & board available onsite

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SMM 48

COURSE TITLE Force Protection Basic Course COURSE LOCATION Brigata Marina San Marco - Btg Caorle, Brindisi Provide training to students on how to properly carry out security services COURSE OBJECTIVES and defense of military installations The course is divided into two phases, each 2 weeks in length. The course will cover the following disciplines:  Ground combat  Weapons employment  Basics of CBRN COURSE CURRICULUM  RTF Procedures  TLC Devices  Health education  Battlefield operations  Installation Defense  Regulations COURSE DURATION 4 Weeks NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Min 8 – max 120 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Good level of Italian required prior to the beginning of the course. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES

ROOM & BOARD Room & Board provided at Brigata Marina

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SMM 50

COURSE TITLE Underwater Warfare coordinator Course for COs & Watch Officers COURSE LOCATION Submarine Training Facility, Taranto Train students in the basic tactics of coordinating conventional undersea COURSE OBJECTIVES warfare operations. 3 weeks covering the following basic concepts: - Underwater electric-acoustics (basic principles) COURSE CURRICULUM - Coordination of under water diving safety, passive tracking, & periscope depth operations (basic theory & practical simulator training) At the end of the course there is final simulator evaluation and written exam COURSE DURATION 3 Weeks NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 3 - 5 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Good level of Italian required prior to the beginning of the course PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING TBD NON-NATO COUNTRIES Breakfast is available at the mess room facilities ROOM & BOARD Accomodation availability TBD

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SMM 51

COURSE TITLE Survival DISSUB COURSE LOCATION Submarine Training Facility, Taranto To train students on emergency management procedures during DISSUB COURSE OBJECTIVES scenarios Course Outlook 4 days of theory 1 day of practical application by using of escape simulator and the pool Training Topics - Starting actions - Survival in DISSUB COURSE CURRICULUM - Advising/briefing the senior survivor - Outside Rescue - Food rations - Prepare the trunk - Own position reporting devices - Control internal atmosphere - Survival at sea COURSE DURATION 1 Week NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 7 (max) FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Good level of Italian required prior to the beginning of the course. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES Breakfast is available at the mess room facilities ROOM & BOARD Accomodation availability TBD

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SMM 52

COURSE TITLE Combating Fire & Flooding Onboard Submarines COURSE LOCATION Submarine Training Facility, Taranto COURSE OBJECTIVES To train students on damage control procedures aboard submarine units Course Outlook 1 week of theory 2 days of practical by using fire/water inrush simulator on the MM systems 2 days of practical by using SAURO and TODARO class diving simulators

Training topics - Fires onboard submarines - Damage control and fire fighting procedures at sea and in port COURSE CURRICULUM - Fixed and mobile fire fighting systems - Fire alarm systems - Non-breathable atmosphere: equipment for breathing in polluted environment and for monitoring the atmosphere - Water inrush onboard submarines - Damage control and water inrush procedures at sea and in port - Emergency draining systems - Internal communication systems

COURSE DURATION 2 Weeks NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 3 - 5 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Good level of Italian required prior to the beginning of the course. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES Breakfast is available at the mess room facilities ROOM & BOARD Accomodation availability TBD

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SMM 53

COURSE TITLE Replenishment Reagents for Fuel Cells COURSE LOCATION Submarine Training Facility, Taranto Provide the basic knowledge on safety procedures and principles for COURSE OBJECTIVES replenishment reagents of units with AIP fuel cells Course Outlook 4 days of theory with the use of CBT 1 day of practical application Training Topics - AIP propulsion COURSE CURRICULUM - Principles of Fuel Cells - Replenishment systems - Warning/information cards of reagents - Principles of accident prevention - Replenishment methods - MM Replenishment Stations COURSE DURATION 1 Week NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 3 - 5 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Good level of Italian required prior to the beginning of the course. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES Breakfast is available at the mess room facilities ROOM & BOARD Accomodation availability TBD

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SMM 54

COURSE TITLE Use of passive SONAR in the detection and tracking of targets COURSE LOCATION Submarine Training Facility, Taranto Provide theoretical and practical knowledge essential to the use of passive COURSE OBJECTIVES SONAR in terms of the detection and tracking of surface and submerged targets 1 week of theory with practical examples: - Principle types of passive SONAR (array cylindrical / spherical, linear arrays and PRS) COURSE CURRICULUM - Beam forming and signal processing - Types of receivers (broadband, narrowband and demon) - Techniques for target motion analysis - Practical examples COURSE DURATION 2 Weeks NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 5 - 10 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Good level of Italian required prior to the beginning of the course. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Yes NON-NATO COUNTRIES Breakfast is available at the mess room facilities ROOM & BOARD Accomodation availability TBD

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 55

MCM EXPERT (Mine Counter Measures Exclusive Planning, Evaluation, COURSE TITLE Risk Assessment Tool) NATO Software Operator Course. COURSE LOCATION Mine Countermeasures Command, La Spezia. The course provides students with basic knowledge of software MCM COURSE OBJECTIVES EXPERT in order to be able to operate as part of a CMM staff, on board as well as ashore. The course provides classroom-based instruction on NATO publications AP series (Allied Publication) and practical use of MCM EXPERT software. The preliminary program is divided into 3 phases: COURSE CURRICULUM - Introduction to the software and its capabilities and limitations; - Description of the folders and worksheets; - Practice. COURSE DURATION The course has a duration of 5 working days. Starting date TBD. NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Min. 3 – Max. 9 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS  NATO Countries personnel only. COURSE  Good level of Italian or English language required (STANAG 2-2-2). PREREQUISITES  Good level of knowledge in MCM doctrine. POLICY REGARDING // NON-NATO COUNTRIES TBD: Availability at the logistic headquarters will be checked as soon as the ROOM & BOARD course participation is confirmed.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 56

COURSE TITLE Mine warfare data management Operator Course. COURSE LOCATION Mine Countermeasures Command, La Spezia. The course provides students with basic knowledge of NATO software 711 COURSE OBJECTIVES in order to be able to manage mine warfare related data. The course provides classroom-based instruction and practical use of software 711. The preliminary program is divided into 3 phases: COURSE CURRICULUM - Mine warfare data management overview; - Introduction to the software and its capabilities; - Practice. COURSE DURATION The course has a duration of 3 working days. Starting date TBD. NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Min. 3 – Max. 9 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS  NATO Countries personnel only; COURSE  Good level of Italian or English language required (STANAG 2-2-2); PREREQUISITES  Good level of knowledge in MCM doctrine. POLICY REGARDING // NON-NATO COUNTRIES TBD: Availability at the logistic headquarters will be checked as soon as the ROOM & BOARD course participation is confirmed.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 58

COURSE TITLE Mine Warfare Introduction Course. COURSE LOCATION Mine Countermeasures Command, La Spezia. The course provides students basic Mine Warfare knowledge in order to be COURSE OBJECTIVES able to operate as part of a CMM staff, on board as well as ashore. The course provides classroom-based instruction on NATO publications MP (Multinational Publication) series. The program is divided into 5 phases: - Principles of naval mine warfare ; COURSE CURRICULUM - Notes on naval mines; - Mine countermeasures; - Tactical aspects of mine countermeasures; - Operational Planning Process Exercise. COURSE DURATION The course has a duration of 4 weeks. Starting date TBD. NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Min. 6 – Max. 15 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Good level of Italian or English language required (STANAG 2-2-2). PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Documentation and lectures will be kept at UNCLAS level NON-NATO COUNTRIES TBD: Availability at the logistic headquarters will be checked as soon as the ROOM & BOARD course participation is confirmed.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 59

Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) KONGSBERG REMUS 100 COURSE TITLE Operator Course. COURSE LOCATION Mine Countermeasures Command, La Spezia. Provides basic knowledge of the REMUS system components, programming COURSE OBJECTIVES interface, mission execution and data analysis, as well as proper care and maintenance practices for the REMUS AUV. The course provides classroom-based instruction, hands-on training with COURSE CURRICULUM subject matter expert (SME) coaching, mission planning and practical at sea (vehicle deployment and recovery). COURSE DURATION The course has a duration of 2 weeks. Starting date TBD NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Min. 2 – Max. 6 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE  Good level of Italian or English language required (STANAG 2-2-2); PREREQUISITES  Basic knowledge of computer (user level). POLICY REGARDING Documentation and lectures will be kept at UNCLAS level. NON-NATO COUNTRIES TBD: Availability at the logistic headquarters will be checked as soon as the ROOM & BOARD course participation is confirmed.

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SMM 60

PLUTO GAY MARINE Remoted Operating Vehicles (ROV) Operator COURSE TITLE Course. COURSE LOCATION Mine Countermeasures Command, La Spezia. Provides basic knowledge of the system components, mission execution and COURSE OBJECTIVES proper care and maintenance practices for PLUTO GAY MARINE ROVs. The course provides classroom-based instruction, hands-on training with subject matter expert (SME) coaching, practical at sea (vehicle deployment and recovery). The program is divided into 5 phases: COURSE CURRICULUM - System Introduction - Description of the system components - Methods of system operation - Maintenance principles - Practical activity COURSE DURATION The course has a duration of 5 working days. Starting date TBD. NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Min. 6 – Max. 15 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Good level of Italian or English language required (STANAG 2-2-2). PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Documentation and lectures will be kept at UNCLAS level. NON-NATO COUNTRIES TBD: Availability at the logistic headquarters will be checked as soon as the ROOM & BOARD course participation is confirmed.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 61

Training Course “Helicopters/Aircraft Specialist Technician” AB212 COURSE TITLE Military ranks: Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. SSP/TM/SAER NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” The course "Helicopter Specialist Technician" it proposes him to form the personnel, both from the didactic point of view that practice, with the purpose to acquire all the knowledges and the necessary competences to the COURSE OBJECTIVES attainment of the patent of “Military Helicopters/Aircraft Technician” SAER. The course has to prepare the technicians to develop the specialistic functions of category, to operate inside operational Unity, with ability of first technical level. This phase composed by a whole theorical and pratical activity, directed to impart the knowledges (to know) and to develop the abilities (to know how to do), fit to the attainment of the understood qualifications as the real abilities to acquit specialistic assignments related to the operational behavior technical e/o of systems and equipments. During the formative iter of category, is required to successfully pass the COURSE CURRICULUM “DILBERT DUNKER” of Maristaeli Catania or, in alternative, near the structure the Helo Dunker of Maristaeli Luni

Theorical activity: lasted 30 working weeks. Practical activity into 2° Italian navy squadron helicopters: duration 4 months (16 weeks around). The Course is divided into two phases , of a total duration of approximately COURSE DURATION 46 working weeks . NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Availability to be determined at the time of the request. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Course is classified: UNCLAS NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food : it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 62

Transition Course “Helicopters/Aircraft Specialist Technician” AB-212 COURSE TITLE Military ranks: Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. SSP/TM/SAER NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” The transition course aime to form the personnel, already in possession of qualification on other helicopter, both from the didactic point of view that I practice, with the purpose to acquire all the knowledges and the necessary COURSE OBJECTIVES competences to AB-212. The course has to prepare the technicians to develop the specialistic functions of category, to operate inside operational Unity with ability of 1° technical level. This phase composed by a whole theoretical and pratical activity, directed to impart the knowledges (to know) and to develop the abilities (to know how to do), fit to the attainment of the understood qualifications as the real abilities to acquit specialistic assignments related to the COURSE CURRICULUM operational behavior technical e/o of systems and equipments.

Activity theory: lasted 13 working weeks. Practical activity: near the 2° Italian navy squadron helicopters (16 working weeks). The Course is divided into two phases , of a total duration of approximately COURSE DURATION 29 working weeks . NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS The maximum number of participants is 10. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start.. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Course is classified: UNCLAS NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food : it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 63

Training Course “Helicopters/Aircraft Specialist Technician” AB-212 COURSE TITLE Military ranks: Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. TSC/ETE/TAER NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” To furnish basic notions of base on specific subjects in aeronautical field. To furnish basic notions on the operation of the systems, fittingses and equipments, as well as practical ability for the execution of inspections, controls and regulations finalized to the attainment of the Patent Military of COURSE OBJECTIVES “Specialist Technician”. The course has to prepare the technicians to develop the maintenance functions of category, to operate inside operational unity with ability of first technical level. During the formative iter of category is required to successfully pass the “DILBERT DUNKER” of Maristaeli Catania or, in alternative, near the structure the Helo Dunker of Maristaeli Luni. COURSE CURRICULUM

Theorical activity: lasted 35 working weeks. Practical activity: near the Groups of Flight (16 working weeks). The Course is divided into two phases , of a total duration of approximately COURSE DURATION 51 working weeks . NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Availability to be determined at the time of the request. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start.. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Students must possess proper security clearance certificate . NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food : it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 64

Transition Course “Helicopters/Aircraft Specialist Technician” AB-212 COURSE TITLE Military ranks: Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. TSC/ETE/TAER NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” The transition course, aims to educate the staff goer allowing it to acquire all the knowledge and skills necessary to deal with the practical phase which completes the process of "transition" of the AB-212 helicopters. The course should prepare technicians to perform the specialized functions of the class, to operate within the operational units, with a capacity of 1 level technical. . COURSE OBJECTIVES

The students will acquire : knowledge about the functioning of the systems, facilities and equipment specific to the type of AB-212 helicopters, as well as concepts for performing inspections, checks and adjustments of 1st level technical qualifications to ensure achievement of the maintenance of the helicopters. For the attainment of the objectives and the finalities above described, the following discipline will be developed:

Theoretical Activity - 524 periods 18 working weeks •. Structure fittingses and commands of flight •. Avionica of base •. Systems avionici COURSE CURRICULUM •. System of mission •. Turbo engine PT6T-6 •. Visits in hangar •. Simulator of maintenance

Pratical Activity - 464 periods 16 working weeks •. Electronic laboratory •. Hangar 2° Italian navy squadron helicopters The Course is divided into two phases , of a total duration of approximately COURSE DURATION 34 working weeks . NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS The maximum number of participants is 10. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start.. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Students must possess proper security clearance certificate . NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food: it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food: will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 65

Transition Course “Sensor Operator System Mission” AB-212 COURSE TITLE Military ranks: Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. SSC/RD/OV – SSC/ECG/OV NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” Course reserved to personal in possession of qualification on other helicopter. The course it proposes him to form the personnel, both from the didactic point of view that i practise, with the purpose to acquire all the knowledges COURSE OBJECTIVES and the necessary competences to the attainment qualifications to AB-212. The course has to make to acquire to the Operating aspirants of flight the ability to employ the sensors and systems on the helicopter AB 212 ASW in equipment to the Italian Navy in complete autonomy and in coordination with the crew. For the attainment of the objectives and the finalities above described, the following program will be developed:

Helicopter AB 212 ASWs 380 periods of lesson equal to 13 weeks • Generality helicopter • Avionics COURSE CURRICULUM • You install voters tools of edge, ASE AATH • Sonar AQS 13 Bs • Radar SMA MM APS 705 • Radar SMA MM APS 705 Vs 32 • Flir Star Safire II • General acoustics and scuba diver • Trainer radar/sonar The Course is divided into two phases , of a total duration of approximately COURSE DURATION 13 working weeks . NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS The maximum number of participants is 10. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start.. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Students must possess proper security clearance certificate . NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food : it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 66

Training Course “Helicopters/Aircraft Specialist Technician” SH-90 Military COURSE TITLE ranks: Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. SSP/TM/SAER NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” The training course aims to train the staff, both teaching and practical point of view, in order to acquire all the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve the Paten Military of " Helicopters/Aircraft Specialist Technician " – SAER. The course should prepare technicians to perform the specialized functions of the class, to operate within the unit operative, with a capacity of first level technical. COURSE OBJECTIVES

Goers will have to acquire: - basic technical knowledge on specific topics in the field of aeronautics. - basic notions on how the systems, facilities and equipment, practical skills for performing inspections, checks and adjustments aimed at achieving the Licence “Specialist Technician” on Helicopter SH 90. Framework: Training is divided into three phases, two theoretical (the first "Basic", the second on the aircraft specially treated) and one practice at the Squadrons. During the formative iter of category, is required to successfully pass the “DILBERT DUNKER” of Maristaeli Catania or, in alternative, near the structure the Helo Dunker of Maristaeli Luni. General Syllabus : Basic phase these phase includes all the necessary modules/subjects COURSE CURRICULUM preparatory to the subsequent theoretical training such as the theory of turbines, flight safety, aerodynamics, etc. Theoretical(Type Rating) phase- divided into three types of training: Cell, Power Plant and Systems Avionics about the aircraft specifically treated. Practice phase - provides for the consolidation of theoretical knowledge required for the maintenance of aircraft, with direct experience gained within Squadrons Technical Departments. Didactical activities have a duration:  Basic phase 17 weeks COURSE DURATION  Theoretical(Type Rating) phase 16 weeks for each aircraft type.  Practice phase at the Squadrons has a duration of 4 calendar months. NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS FOR Availability to be determined at the time of the request. FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Course is classified: UNCLAS NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food : it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food: will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 67

Transition Course “Helicopters/Aircraft Specialist Technician” SH-90 COURSE TITLE Military ranks: Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. SSP/TM/SAER NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” The course of transition "Specialist Helicopter" training phase aims to impart the necessary knowledge to pass on to other machine SH90 helicopter, while maintaining the specific tasks acquired the patent already achieved. The course should prepare technicians to perform the specialized functions of the class, to operate within the Unit operative, with a capacity of first level COURSE OBJECTIVES technical.

Goers will have to acquire: - basic notions on how the systems, facilities and equipment, practical skills for performing inspections, checks and adjustments in order to achieve the transition to the type of helicopter SH90. Framework: Training is divided into two phases, one theoretical (on the aircraft specially treated) and one practice at the Squadrons.

General Syllabus: Theoretical(Type Rating) phase- divided into three types of training: Cell, COURSE CURRICULUM Power Plant and Systems Avionics about the aircraft specifically treated.

Practice phase - provides for the consolidation of theoretical knowledge required for the maintenance of aircraft, with direct experience gained within Squadrons Technical Departments. Didactical activities have a duration:  Theoretical (Type Rating) phase 16 weeks for each aircraft type. COURSE DURATION  Practice phase at the Squadrons has a duration of 4 calendar months (16 weeks). NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS The maximum number of participants is 10. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE  Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING YES. Course is classified: UNCLAS NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food : it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 68

Training Course “Helicopters/Aircraft Specialist Technician” SH-90 Military COURSE TITLE rank: Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. TSC/ETE/TAER NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” The training course aims to train the staff, both teaching and practical point of view, in order to acquire all the knowledge and skills necessary to maintenance activity. The course should prepare technicians to perform the specialized functions of the class, to operate within the unit operative, with a capacity of first level technical. COURSE OBJECTIVES

General Syllabus : COURSE CURRICULUM basic phase: includes all the necessary modules/subjects preparatory to the subsequent theoretical training such as the theory of turbines, flight safety, aerodynamics, etc. Theoretical phase divided into three types of training: Cell, Power Plant and Systems Avionics about the aircraft specifically treated. Practice phase provides for the consolidation of theoretical knowledge required for the maintenance of aircraft, with direct experience gained within Squadrons Technical Departments. Didactical activities have a duration:  Basic phase 17 weeks COURSE DURATION  Theoretical (Type Rating) phase 16 weeks for each aircraft type.  Practice phase at the Squadrons has a duration of 4 calendar months (16 weeks). NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS FOR Availability to be determined at the time of the request. FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Students must possess proper security clearance certificate . NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food : it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 69

Transition Course “Helicopters/Aircraft Specialist Technician” SH-90 COURSE TITLE Military rank: Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. TSC/ETE/TAER NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” The course of transition, training phase, aims to impart the necessary knowledge to pass on to other machine SH90 helicopter, while maintaining the specific tasks acquired the patent already achieved. The course should prepare technicians to perform the specialized functions of the class, to operate within the unit operative, with a capacity of first level COURSE OBJECTIVES technical.

General Syllabus: Theoretical(Type Rating) phase- divided into three types of training: Cell, COURSE CURRICULUM Power Plant and Systems Avionics about the aircraft specifically treated.

Practice phase - provides for the consolidation of theoretical knowledge required for the maintenance of aircraft, with direct experience gained within Squadrons Technical Departments. Didactical activities have a duration:  Theoretical (Type Rating) phase 16 weeks for each aircraft type. COURSE DURATION  Practice phase at the Squadrons has a duration of 4 calendar months (16 weeks). NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS The maximum number of participants is 10. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Students must possess proper security clearance certificate . NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food : it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 70

Theoretical Transition “Sensor Operator System Mission” SH-90 COURSE TITLE Military ranks: Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. SSC/RD/OV – SSC/ECG/OV NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” The course is a training phase aims to impart the necessary knowledge to "pass", from another helicopter, on SH 90 helicopter, keeping the specific tasks acquired the patent already obtained; aims to educate the staff goer in order to acquire all the knowledge and skills necessary to deal with the practical phase which completes the training process on the helicopter SH 90. COURSE OBJECTIVES

Goers will have to acquire: - basic notions operators "Mission Systems" manual for using the sensors and equipment on board the helicopter SH-90 supplied to the Navy in complete independence and in coordination with the crew. Framework: Training is divided into two phases theoreticals.

General Syllabus: Theoretical (Type Rating) basic phase of aircraft - divided into three types of COURSE CURRICULUM training: Cell, Power Plant and Systems Avionics about the aircraft specifically treated.

Theoretical (Type Rating) intermediate phase of aircraft – training on various Mission Sistems and their operational conduct on board the helicopter. Didactical activities have a duration:  Theoretical (Type Rating) phase basic 6 weeks for each aircraft type. COURSE DURATION  Theoretical (Type Rating) phase intermediate 4 weeks for each aircraft type. NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS The maximum number of participants is 10. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Students must possess proper security clearance certificate . NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food : it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 71

Training Course “Helicopters/Aircraft Specialist Technician” EH -101 COURSE TITLE Military ranks: Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. SSP/TM/SAER NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” Course aims to train the staff , both teaching and practical point of view, in order to acquire all the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve the Patent of “Military Helicopters/Aircraft Technician” (SAER). The course should prepare technicians to perform the specialized functions of the class, to operate within the operational units, with a capacity of first technical level. COURSE OBJECTIVES

The course includes a series of periodic assessments of valuation, the level of knowledge of teaching activities/training, and three sessions of question (two mid-term and a final) . The Course is divided into three phases , of a total duration of approximately COURSE DURATION 57 working weeks . NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Availability to be determined at the time of the request. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start.. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING YES. Course is classified: UNCLAS NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food : it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 72

Transition Course “Helicopters/Aircraft Specialist Technician” EH-101 COURSE TITLE Military ranks: Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. SSP/TM/SAER NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” Course aims to train the staff goer allowing it to acquire all the knowledge and skills necessary to deal with the practical phase which completes the process of "transition" of the EH-101 helicopters . The course should prepare technicians to perform the specialized functions of the class , to operate within the operational units , with a capacity of first level technical. COURSE OBJECTIVES

The students will acquire: knowledge about the functioning of the systems, facilities and equipment specific to the type of EH-101 helicopters, as well as concepts for performing inspections, checks and adjustments of 1st level technical qualifications to ensure achievement of the maintenance of the helicopters. The transition course "Helicopter/Aircraft Technician" category/specialty/enable SSP/TM/SAER, consists of a set of instructional activities, designed to impart the necessary knowledge "to pass" from another aircraft on the EH-101 helicopters, keeping the COURSE CURRICULUM specific tasks acquired the patent already achieved. The course includes a series of periodic assessments of valuation, the level of knowledge of teaching activities/training session and a final exam. Training is divided into two phases, theoretical and practice, a total duration COURSE DURATION of approximately 39 working weeks. NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS The maximum number of participants is 10. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start.. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING YES. Course is classified: UNCLAS NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food: it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food: will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 73

Training Course “Helicopters/Aircraft Specialist Technician” EH-101 COURSE TITLE Military rank: Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. TSC/ETE/TAER NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” The training course aims to train the staff , both teaching and practical point of view , in order to acquire all the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve the patent of “Military Helicopters/Aircraft Technician” (TAER) . The course should prepare technicians to perform the specialized functions of the class, to operate within the operational units, with a COURSE OBJECTIVES capacity of first level technical.

The students will acquire : • the basic theoretical knowledge on specific topics in aeronautics ; • the concepts basic functioning of the systems , facilities and equipment , as well as practical skills for performing inspections, checks and adjustments aimed at achieving the Patent “Military Helicopters/Aircraft Technician”. The course "Helicopter/Aircraft Technician" category/specialty/enable TSC/ETE/TAER, consists of a set of instructional activities and training missions, aimed at imparting knowledge (to know) and develop skills (know-how while), aimed at the achievement of qualifications intended as actual ability to perform specialized tasks related to the conduct of operational and/or technical systems and equipment. COURSE CURRICULUM During the formative iter of category, is required to successfully pass the “DILBERT DUNKER” of MARISTAELI CATANIA or, in alternative, the “HELO DUNKER” of MARISTAELI LUNI. The course includes a series of periodic assessments of valuation, the level of knowledge of teaching activities/training, and three sessions of question (two mid-term and a final ). The Course is divided into three phases, of a total duration of approximately COURSE DURATION 59 working weeks. NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Availability to be determined at the time of the request. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start.. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Students must possess proper security clearance certificate . NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food : it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

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SMM 74

Transition Course “Helicopters/Aircraft Specialist Technician” EH-101 COURSE TITLE Military rank: Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. TSC/ETE/TAER NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” The transition course, aims to educate the staff goer allowing it to acquire all the knowledge and skills necessary to deal with the practical phase which completes the process of "transition" of the EH-101 helicopters. The course should prepare technicians to perform the specialized functions of the class, to operate within the operational units, with a capacity of first level technical . COURSE OBJECTIVES

The students will acquire : knowledge about the functioning of the systems, facilities and equipment specific to the type of EH-101 helicopters, as well as concepts for performing inspections, checks and adjustments of 1st level technical qualifications to ensure achievement of the maintenance of the helicopters. The transition course "Helicopter/Aircraft Technician" category/specialty/enable TSC/ETE/TAER, consists of a set of instructional activities, designed to impart the necessary knowledge "to pass" from another aircraft on the EH-101 helicopters, keeping the COURSE CURRICULUM specific tasks acquired the patent already achieved. The course includes a series of periodic assessments of valuation, the level of knowledge of teaching activities/training , and two examination sessions (interim and final) . Training is divided into two phases, theoretical and practice, a total duration COURSE DURATION of approximately 41 working weeks. NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS The maximum number of participants is 10. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start.. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Students must possess proper security clearance certificate . NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food : it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

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SMM 75

Theoretical Transition Course “Sensor Operator System Mission” EH-101 COURSE TITLE Military ranks: Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. SSC/RD/OV – SSC/ECG/OV NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” The course of theoretical transition to mission system operator , aims to educate the staff goer allowing it to acquire all the knowledge and skills necessary to deal with the practical phase which completes the process of "transition" of the EH-101 helicopters . The course shall provide knowledge on the operation of the equipment , systems and installations specific to the type of EH-101 helicopter, as well as practical skills for the operational use of the sensors and COURSE OBJECTIVES equipment on board.

The students will acquire: The knowledge and develop the skills , aimed at the achievement of qualifications intended as actual ability to perform specialized tasks related to the operational conduct of the mission systems and complete autonomy in coordination with the crew. The course of theoretical transition to mission system operator, consists of a set of instructional activities, designed to impart the necessary knowledge "to pass" from another aircraft on the EH-101 helicopters, COURSE CURRICULUM keeping the specific tasks already acquired the patent achieved . The course includes a series of periodic assessments of valuation, the level of knowledge of teaching activities/training, and a final exam. The course, on a theoretical phase, a total duration of approximately 13 COURSE DURATION working weeks. NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS The maximum number of participants is 10. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start.. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Students must possess proper security clearance certificate . NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food: it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food: will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

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SMM 76

Training Course “Helicopters/Aircraft Specialist Technician” COURSE TITLE Military ranks: Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. TSC/MSA/TAER NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” Course aims to provide all the knowledge and skills necessary to the achievement of the Patent of “Helicopters Specialist Technician” for weapon systems maintenance. COURSE OBJECTIVES This training is a prerequisite for the transition to vertical take-off aircraft. Target is prepares technician to perform specialized functions relating to:  management of the logistics section of an aircraft department;  installation of armaments on board the aircrafts of the Navy. Framework: Training is divided into three phases, two theoretical and one practice at the Squadrons. During the formative iter of category, is required to successfully pass the “DILBERT DUNKER” of MARISTAELI CATANIA or, in alternative, the “HELO DUNKER” of MARISTAELI LUNI. COURSE CURRICULUM General Syllabus :  provide the basic theoretical knowledge on specific aeronautics topics  provide basic knowledge on inventory management of aeronautical materials, consumables, fuels and lubricants and the weapon systems. Course length : Training has a total duration of 739 teaching periods, amounting to about 25 working weeks distributed as follows:  Theoretical activity/training: duration 16 working weeks; COURSE DURATION  Practical activity at the Squadrons/Warehouses has a duration of 2 months (approximately 9 weeks). Frequency: Twice a year NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Availability to be agreed at the time of the request. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start.. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Students must possess proper security clearance certificate. NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food: it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food: will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

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SMM 77

Training Course “Helicopters /Aircraft Technician Officers” COURSE TITLE Military rank: Officers Cat. TC/AER NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” Course aims to provide foreign Officers all the knowledge and skills necessary to act as staff officers in Squadrons Technical Department, enabling them to be responsible of military aircrafts maintenance supervision and coordinating procedures . COURSE OBJECTIVES Target is to grant participants the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to perform technical/logistics duties related to maintenance of Italian navy aircraft, their weapons and equipments. Successful completion of training will grant students the “Military Helicopter/Aircraft Technician” Diploma equivalent to a MAML LEVEL C (EMAR 66) Framework: Training is divided into three phases, two theoretical (the first "Basic", the second on the aircraft specially treated) and one practice at the Squadrons. During the formative iter of category, is required to successfully pass the “DILBERT DUNKER” of MARISTAELI CATANIA or, in alternative, the “HELO DUNKER” of MARISTAELI LUNI. General Syllabus : COURSE CURRICULUM Basic phase include all the necessary modules/subjects preparatory to the subsequent theoretical training such as the theory of turbines, flight safety, aerodynamics, etc. Theoretical phase divided into three types of training: Cell, Power Plant and Systems Avionics about the aircraft specifically treated. Practice phase provides the consolidation of theoretical knowledge necessary for aircraft technical management, with direct experience gained within Squadrons Technical Departments . Course length : Length of the theoretical training varies depending of the number of theoretical Type Ratings attended. The basic part is common to all Type Ratings. Didactical activities have a duration: COURSE DURATION  Basic phase 12 weeks  Theoretical(Type Rating) phase 7 weeks for each aircraft type.  Practice phase at the Squadrons has a duration of 6 calendar months (24 weeks). Frequency: Twice a year NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS FOR Availability to be determined at the time of the request. FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start.. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Students must possess proper security clearance certificate. NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute (room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food: it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food: will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

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SMM 78

DILBERT DUNKER AND WATER SURVIVAL TRAINING COURSE COURSE TITLE Military rank: Officers - Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. All personnel eligible to participate courses. NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI CATANIA – “Ufficio Corsi e Tirocini” Course aim is to provide training to designed personnel, in order to reach an adequate physical and psychological reaction in facing a real life ditching and in water surviving successfully. At the end of the training each student COURSE OBJECTIVES will execute three dunker rides using various underwater emergency egress techniques. Successful completion of training will grant students the “Dunker training and water survival course” title. Framework: The course is composed by a theoretical as well as by a practical. General Syllabus : COURSE CURRICULUM  Swim – Apnea training  H. E.E.D. Training (Helicopter Emergency Egress Device )  Dilbert Dunker training  Water Survival Training Course length: One Week COURSE DURATION Frequency: Virtually once a week except when closed for maintenance (August) NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Availability to be determined at the time of the request. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start. PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING YES. Course is classified: UNCLAS NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food: it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food: will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

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SMM 79

Theoretical Training “Night Vision Goggle” COURSE TITLE Military ranks: Officiers - Marshals – Sergeants – Troop Cat. Pilots – Sensors Operators – Technician Specialist on board NAVAL AIR STATION CATANIA (MARISTAELI - CATANIA) COURSE LOCATION NAVAL AIR STATION LUNI (MARISTAELI – LUNI) NAVAL AIR STATION GROTTAGLIE (MARISTAER GROTTAGLIE) Course aims to provide foreign Pilots, Flight Operators (not for EA crew), all COURSE OBJECTIVES the knowledge and skills necessary to define the procedures for use of Night Vision Goggles (NVG). General Syllabus : Will cover topics including: principles of operation of NVG; anatomy and COURSE CURRICULUM physiology of the human eye; flight safety in operations with night vision goggles, etc.. Course length : COURSE DURATION This theoretical phase of the training program has a duration of 12 lesson periods. NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Availability to be agreed at the time of the request. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS  Italian language and English level: good/fluent. To be checked before COURSE course start.. PREREQUISITES  possession of the LCR Basic Qualification for Pilots and LCR SA Sup for flight operators. POLICY REGARDING Students must possess proper security clearance certificate. NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food: it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food: will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

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SMM 80

Pratical Training “Night Vision Goggle” COURSE TITLE Military ranks: Officiers - Marshals – Sergeants – Troop Cat. Pilots - Sensor Operators NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI LUNI – MARISTAELI CATANIA (Squadrons Operative Departments) The NVG practical course aims to train staff pilot and mission system operator, both from a theoretical and practical point of view , in order to acquire all the knowledge and skills necessary to the use of Night Vision Goggles (NVG) .

I goers will acquire : theoretical and practical knowledge for use of NVG allowing you to take COURSE OBJECTIVES off/landing from airports, aviation surfaces, pitches and helicopters from areas deemed appropriate by the boundary command to make navigation and/transfers of land at altitudes not lower than 500 ft AGL except in the early stages necessary for landing. On sea the minimum will be 200 ft ASL and will be allowed to drop below this level for recovery castawa , hovering, and dip in the early stages of investigation contacts, in accordance with the Regulations in force/Squadrons Operative Departments . The NVG practical course consists of a representative training module that defines the process for the use of Night Vision Goggles and includes a session of written examination at the end of the theoretical phase passing of COURSE CURRICULUM which is a necessary condition to enter the practical stage. The practical phase consists of 5 flight missions including flight control. The course is divided into two phases, a total duration of approximately one working week . Didactical activities have a duration: COURSE DURATION  Practice phase 5 flight missions (1 week) NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Availability to be determined at the time of the request. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS  Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course start.. COURSE  Have successfully completed the theoretical course NVG PREREQUISITES  Qualification Pilot: “Limited Combat Ready”  Qualification Sensor Operator: “Limited Combat Ready”/Surface Air Supervisor POLICY REGARDING Students must possess proper security clearance certificate. NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food : it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

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SMM 81

Full Crew Mission Simulator EH-101 COURSE TITLE Military ranks: Officiers - Marshals – Sergeants - Troop Cat. Pilots and System Operators EH-101 NAVAL HELICOPTERS STATION COURSE LOCATION MARISTAELI LUNI – “F.C.M.S.” Provide NVG he System Operator and Pilot in training, theoretical and practical knowledge to make the transition EH -101 helicopter and the use of basic sensors on board the helicopter.

The transition must allow : COURSE OBJECTIVES • the pilot to fly aircraft in day VFR , in night VFR , IFR and formation flying. • the System Operators ability to use the sensors and equipment on board the EH 101 helicopter supplied to the Navy in complete independence and in coordination with the crew. - PILOTS COURSE: consists of three phases preceded by theoretical indoctrination ( at MARISTAELI CATANIA ) for a total of about 32 Missions Simulator possible to FCMS ( at MARISTAELI LUNI ) out of a planned total of 49. If coming from another line of flight Navy Italian program is reduced to 16 Missions Simulator possible to FCMS of a planned COURSE CURRICULUM total of 26. - OPERATORS SYSTEM COURSE: consists of a period of practical training preceded by theoretical indoctrination (at MARISTAELI CATANIA) for a total of about 34 Missions Simulator POSSIBLE to FCMS (at MARISTAELI LUNI ). Didactical activities have a duration: COURSE DURATION The course duration depends on the number of participants . NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS The maximum number of participants is 10 in according to the type course FOR FOREIGN required. STUDENTS  Italian language level: good/fluent. To be checked before course COURSE start.. PREREQUISITES  Qualification Pilot/System Operators: have completed the theoretical phase EH- 101. POLICY REGARDING Students must possess proper security clearance certificate. NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lodging: Taking into account the number of Italian Students attending the course, to Foreign Students may be granted (upon request) the use of a military accommodation inside the Institute(room with bathroom) ; ROOM & BOARD Food : it is possible to eat food at the Institute galley which is open every day for lunch and dinner, working days and holydays(upon reservation). Lodging and food will be charged to students if so will be determined by central admin bureau.

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SMM 82

Dive & Over-Pressurization Physiology Training Course for senior enlisted COURSE TITLE corpsman. School of Underwater and Over-pressurization Medicine - Comando COURSE LOCATION Subacquei Ed Incursori “TESEO TESEI” Le Grazie (SP) Through both theoretical and practical application training, students will become proficient in underwater medicine and over-pressurization treatments for minor and emergent illnesses related to diving activities. At the end of the course students must be able to: COURSE OBJECTIVES - Provide medical care during dive activities. - Provide medical assistance during treatment of decompression sickness and over-pressurization oxygen therapy. - Tolerate over-pressurized environments up to a depth of 50 meters. The theoretical and practical phases of the training program will take place at COMSUBIN, at land and sea firing ranges, on naval ships or in other areas in support course activities. COURSE CURRICULUM Students will undergo specific training in a compression chamber to condition their bodies for over-pressurized environment, allowing them to become accustomed to fulfilling their duties in such environments. COURSE DURATION 8 Weeks – Course offered once a year NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 4-6 (dependent on number of Italian students) FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS  Good knowledge of Italian (Level B1) (L2 R2 W2) prior to the beginning of the course  Excellent understanding of medical terminology  Good understanding of submarine  Must be in optimum physical health. Students should be evaluated by COURSE own country’s military medical facilities in accordance with current PREREQUISITES regulations prior to the start of the course.  diagnostic tests in tow.  Health insurance.  Uniforms required: Coveralls, camouflage utilities, water resistant utilities, standard dress uniform, white medical coat. POLICY REGARDING All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES ROOM & BOARD Room & Board available on base.

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SMM 83

Dive & Over-Pressurization Physiology Training Course for Medical COURSE TITLE Officers School of Underwater and Over-pressurization Medicine - Comando COURSE LOCATION Subacquei Ed Incursori “TESEO TESEI” Le Grazie (SP) Through both theoretical and practical application training, students will become proficient in underwater medicine and over-pressurization treatments for minor and emergent illnesses related to diving activities carried out by staff of the administration defense. COURSE OBJECTIVES At the end of the course students must be able to: - Provide medical care during dive activities. - Provide medical assistance during treatment of decompression sickness and over pressurization oxygen therapy. - Tolerate over pressurized environments up to a depth of 50 meters. The theoretical and practical portions of the training program will take place at COMSUBIN, on naval ships or in other areas in support course activities. COURSE CURRICULUM Students will undergo specific training in a compression chamber to condition their bodies for over-pressurized environment, allowing them to fulfil their duties in such environments. COURSE DURATION 9 Weeks – Course offered once a year NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 3 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS  Good knowledge of Italian (Level B1) (L2 R2 W2) prior to the beginning of the course  Excellent understanding of medical terminology  Good understanding of submarine  Must be in optimum physical health. Students should be evaluated by COURSE own country’s military medical facilities in accordance with current PREREQUISITES regulations prior to the start of the course.  diagnostic tests in tow.  Health insurance.  Uniforms required: Coveralls, camouflage utilities, water resistant utilities, standard dress uniform, white medical coat. POLICY REGARDING All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES ROOM & BOARD Room & Board available onbase.

ITALIAN NAVY SMM 84

COURSE Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Qualification Course for Medical DENOMINATION Officers Operational Raiders & Divers Group HQ (COMSUBIN)’TESEO TESEI’- COURSE LOCATION Le Grazie (LA SPEZIA) The Course is aimed at providing attendees with specialised training in the professional field related to healthcare during diving operations and over- pressurized environments. In addition, physicians who specialise in diving and hyperbaric medicine should be able to handle any accidents attributable to such conditions. COURSE OBJECTIVES Upon completion of the Course, in addition to the skills already acquired during the UHB Course, attendees should be able to: - provide medical assistance during saturation diving, and handle any accidents which might occur; - use the gas cromatograph; - correctly administer a hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatment course. COURSE CURRICULUM 6 months – One session per year (June – December) TYPICAL COURSE N. 3 DURATION  Good knowledge of the Italian language (Level B1) to be tested before starting the Course;  excellent command of medical terminology;  good command of submarine technical terminology; PLACES AVAILABLE  medical fitness, to be previously assessed in the country of origin, and to FOR FOREIGN be later confirmed by the Italian military health service in accordance STUDENTS with current regulations, before starting the Course;  health screening certificates;  health insurance;  outfit required: coveralls, camouflage battle dress, waterproof boots, standard dress uniform, white medical coat. COURSE All Course material is UNCLASSIFIED PREREQUISITES Board & Lodging available onsite. POLICY REGARDING Accommodation at La Spezia Naval Base. NON-NATO COUNTRIES Lunch at the Operational Raiders & Divers Group facilities (COMSUBIN). Dinner at La Spezia Naval Base.

ITALIAN NAVY SMM 85

COURSE TITLE Dive School (DIVER formation) COURSE LOCATION Comando Subacquei e Incursori (COMSUBIN) Le Grazie (SP) Achieve Military Dive qualification and learn the knowledge and skills necessary to work underwater utilizing the following: - Air breathing up to 60 meters; - Self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (oxygen) up to 12 meters; COURSE OBJECTIVES - Self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (mixture) of up to 54 meters; - Underwater equipment powered from the surface (diving light) up to 60 meters; - Helicopter ejection - Decompression chambers up to 60 meters. The course is selective and open to those who do not have any previous dive experience or qualifications. COURSE CURRICULUM Throughout the course there are a series of periodic assessments with a final exam at the end. 231 calendar days (not including leave/vacation periods) - the course is COURSE DURATION offered once a year NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 8 (max) FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS  Good knowledge of the Italian language - Be able to understand with ease topics relating to daily life and work. COURSE - Be able to understand the main points of professional discussions and PREREQUISITES have a good grasp of professional technical terms.  COMSUBIN reserves the right to terminate the training course in cases where lack of Italian language proficiency could compromise safety. POLICY REGARDING All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES Students will stay in the MM Building adjacent to Varignano and/or in a ROOM & BOARD hotel. Room & board are the responsibility of students who opt to pay for the course as in accordance with SS.AA..

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SMM 86

COURSE TITLE Dive School Instructor Course COURSE LOCATION Comando Subacquei e Incursori (COMSUBIN) Le Grazie (SP) Trains those who have successfully completed Dive School at COMSUBIN COURSE OBJECTIVES (see Dive School information form) to fill the position of dive instructor at their respective command training facilities. Course Outline (Levels of qualification): Coaching, assistant instructor, nationally qualified dive school instructor Theory based learning modules include: • Advanced training in illness/emergencies occurring underwater; • First aid training, including enabling BLSD and PTC; COURSE CURRICULUM • Classroom management techniques (Mariscuola Ta) • OSS (Operator Security Service) – Damage control training • Athletic training The course is selective. Throughout the course there are a series of periodic assessments with a final exam at the end. 231 calendar days (not including leave/vacation periods) - the course is COURSE DURATION offered once a year NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 8 (Max) FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS  Good knowledge of the Italian language - Be able to understand with ease topics relating to daily life and work. COURSE - Be able to understand the main points of professional discussions and PREREQUISITES have a good grasp of professional technical terms.  COMSUBIN reserves the right to terminate the training course in cases where lack of Italian language proficiency could compromise safety. POLICY REGARDING All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES Students will stay in the MM Building adjacent to Varignano and/or in a ROOM & BOARD hotel. Room & board are the responsibility of students who opt to pay for the course as in accordance with SS.AA..

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SMM 87

COURSE TITLE “MCM Diver” / EOD Basic Course COURSE LOCATION Comando Subacquei Incursori (COMSUBIN) Le Grazie (SP) Training for qualified divers to conduct, during mine warfare especially for COURSE OBJECTIVES minesweepers tasks and to be able to use explosive technique. The course takes place over 109 calendar days (excluding periods of leave/vacation). It will be necessary to submit a record of qualifications and training completed from ones originating country. Records should include the following information: - Any and all Dive qualifications - Type of breathing apparatus previously used for dive training/operations - Any training held in the field of explosives; - Previous diving experience (certified copy of your records). In addition, foreign personnel will undergo an entrance exam which lasts 12 days, and gives a clear picture of proficiency level. COMSUBIN reserves the prerogative to exclude from the course those who, during the test, have highlighted deficiencies Professional significantly affecting the performance of safety. Upon successful completion of the entrance exam, students will partake in COURSE CURRICULUM the following training schedule: - 30 days of decompression chamber training (if not previously completed in COMSUBIN); - 15 days of E.O.R. theory (improvised explosive device familiarity); - 2 days of educational visits to companies/establishments of explosive material; - 6 days of live explosives training - 23 days of training in the use breathing apparatus and oxygen mixture used by the Italian Navy, consisting of six days of shooting underwater for counter-loading simulations of explosive devices; - Familiarization period aboard a MHC unit, lasting 6 days, during which students will learn their various functions within their specialties and learn naval dive procedures The course is selective. Throughout the course there are a series of periodic assessments with a final exam at the end. 231 calendar days (not including leave/vacation periods) - the course is COURSE DURATION offered once a year NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS 4 (max) FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS  Good knowledge of the Italian language - Be able to understand with ease topics relating to daily life and work. COURSE - Be able to understand the main points of professional discussions and PREREQUISITES have a good grasp of professional technical terms.  COMSUBIN reserves the right to terminate the training course in cases where lack of Italian language proficiency could compromise safety. POLICY REGARDING All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES Students will stay in the MM Building adjacent to Varignano and/or in a ROOM & BOARD hotel. Room & board are the responsibility of students who opt to pay for the course as in accordance with SS.AA..

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SMM 88

COURSE TITLE Damage control course for MCMVs (Mine Countermeasures Vessels) COURSE LOCATION Mine Countermeasures Command, La Spezia.

COURSE OBJECTIVES Provides basic knowledge for evaluating and coordinating damage control events on board a MCMV(when at sea and in harbour). The course provides classroom-based instruction and incident investigation discussion and analysis. The program is divided into 3 phases: COURSE CURRICULUM - Fire-fighting and anti-flood techniques overview; - Incident investigation (discussion and evaluation based on real life events); - Final exam. COURSE DURATION The course has a duration of 2 working days. Starting date TBD. NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Min. 6 – Max. 15 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS COURSE Good level of Italian or English language required (STANAG 2-2-2). PREREQUISITES POLICY REGARDING Documentation and lectures will be kept at UNCLAS level NON-NATO COUNTRIES TBD: Availability at the logistic headquarters will be checked as soon as the ROOM & BOARD course participation is confirmed.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 89

DARE (Decision Aid for Risk Evaluation) NATO Software Operator COURSE TITLE Course. COURSE LOCATION Mine Countermeasures Command, La Spezia. The course provides students with the basic knowledge of software DARE in COURSE OBJECTIVES order to be able to operate as part of a CMM staff, on board as well as ashore. The course provides classroom-based instruction on NATO publications AP series (Allied Publication) and practical use of DARE software. The preliminary program is divided into 3 phases: COURSE CURRICULUM - Introduction to the software and its capabilities and limitations; - Description of the folders and worksheets; - Practice. COURSE DURATION The course has a duration of 3 working days. Starting date TBD NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Min. 3 – Max. 9 FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS  NATO Countries personnel only; COURSE  Good level of Italian or English language required (STANAG 2-2-2); PREREQUISITES  Good level of knowledge in MCM doctrine;  Basic knowledge of software MCM EXPERT. POLICY REGARDING // NON-NATO COUNTRIES TBD: Availability at the logistic headquarters will be checked as soon as the ROOM & BOARD course participation is confirmed.

ITALIAN NAVY

SMM 90

COURSE TITLE VTS Supervisor COURSE LOCATION Specialized training center VTMIS di Messina Provide specialist level competencies for personnel to cover the figure of COURSE OBJECTIVES "VTS supervisor", in accordance with the IALA rules. The course will be held in Italian language and will consist of 6 training modules in accordance with the "model course” IALA V-103/2, with the following program: 1 traffic management; COURSE CURRICULUM 2 VTS devices; 3 personal characteristics; 4 emergency response; 5 administrative functions; 6 regulatory investigation . 15 days; COURSE DURATION from 29 February to 18 March 2016. NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS ~ 1 student FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS - Good knowledge of the Italian language; COURSE - Basic knowledge of the English language; PREREQUISITES - Certificate IALA V-103/1 VTS operator POLICY REGARDING All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED NON-NATO COUNTRIES The students on request can take advantage of room and board at the cost: € 1,55 cost room per night ROOM & BOARD € 8,32 daily food cost (€ 1 breakfast, € 4,16 lunch, € 3,16 dinner)