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Istituto di Scienze Militari Aeronautiche (Firenze)

Code SMA 01 Institution Istituto di Scienze Militari Aeronautiche P.o.C. 055-2704539

Course Title Leadership and Strategic Analysis (Regular Course/Master Degree)

Course Objectives At the conclusion of the course, students shall be able to: Apply effective command and management abilities in all fields of competence as commanding officers. Develop the necessary knowledge, competencies and behaviors to actively be part of the decision-making milieu of the Armed Force at the executive level by:  Acquiring in-depth competence in the field of Air Power and Employment Doctrine, and the ability to enhance them in a Joint and International framework;  Acquiring standardized and appropriate management tools in the fields of problem solving and decision making, also in order to develop “project- based” complex activities;  Acquiring International Relations System’s analysis skills , with reference to national strategic objectives. At the conclusion of the course students will be granted a II Level Master Degree in Leadership and Strategic Analysis by the Political and Social Sciences Department of the University of Florence (UNIFI). To apply for the course, Officers lacking the required educational qualifications must pass two examinations, one for each module of the Strategic-Political Area. Upon request, high school graduate foreign students can enroll in the two Strategic-Political Area modules to acquire the relevant qualifications. Duration 15 weeks Course Language Italian Requirements  High School Diploma (Regular Course) or University Degree (Master) or equivalent educational qualifications;  Language proficiency (Italian): at least B-2 Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Florence shall be provided to students by ISMA. Students will be lodged in double rooms equipped with TV, fridge, heating, air conditioning, private bathroom and wi- fi. The course will be held in Italian.

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Istituto di Scienze Militari Aeronautiche

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Code SMA 02 Institution Centro di Formazione Didattica e Manageriale P.o.C.: 055-2704416

Course Title Teaching Methodologies for Flight Instructors

Course Objectives Providing elements of standardized teaching theory to enable participants’ access to subsequent qualification phases. At the conclusion of the course participants shall be provided with:  The basic methodology to prepare and work with teaching units, enabling them to effectively pass on to their students their competence as future Flight Instructors;  The mentality and instructional skills through which flight instructors can facilitate their students’ learning process, at the same time ensuring that all activities be standardized. Duration 5 working days Requirements Language proficiency: Italian, minimum B1 level. Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Florence shall be provided to participants by ISMA. Students will be lodged in double rooms, up to the rank of Captain, and single rooms for the higher ranks. All rooms are equipped with TV, fridge, heating, air conditioning, private bathroom and wi- fi. The course will be held in Italian.

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Istituto di Scienze Militari Aeronautiche

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Code SMA 03 Institution Centro di Formazione Didattica e Manageriale P.o.C.: 055-2704416

Course Title Teaching Methodologies for Specialty Instructors

Course Objectives Providing elements of standardized teaching theory to enable participants’ access to subsequent qualification phases. At the conclusion of the course participants shall be provided with:  The mentality and instructional skills necessary to become Speciality Instructors.  The basic methodology to prepare and hold teaching briefings in order to effectively pass on to their students their Speciality Instructors’ competence.

Duration 5 working days

Requirements Language proficiency: Italian, minimum B1 level.

Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Florence shall be provided to participants by ISMA. Students will be lodged in double rooms, up to the rank of Captain, and single rooms (higher ranks). All rooms are equipped with TV, fridge, heating, air conditioning, private bathroom and wi-fi. The course will be held in Italian

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Istituto di Scienze Militari Aeronautiche

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Code SMA 04 Institution Centro di Formazione Didattica e Manageriale P.o.C.: 055-2704416

Course Title Instructors’ Training

Course Objectives To provide participants with the specific competencies needed to work as Military Instructors . Competencies include both previous courses’ teaching methodologies, appropriately re-designed, and so-called e-learning content tutor competencies. Duration 3 weeks + 4 weeks distance learning Requirements  Good communications and interpersonal relationship aptitudes;  High speed Aeronet or Internet connections must be available at workplace;  Language proficiency (foreign participants): Italian, minimum B1 level. Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Florence shall be provided to participants by ISMA. Students will be lodged in double rooms, up to the rank of Captain, and single rooms (higher ranks). All rooms are equipped with TV, fridge, heating, air conditioning, private bathroom and wi-fi. During the first phase of the course, the Administration will provide laptop computers to participants whose computers are not available. The course will be held in Italian

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Istituto di Scienze Militari Aeronautiche

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Code SMA 05 Institution Centro di Formazione Didattica e Manageriale P.o.C.: 055-2704416 Course Title Instructors’ Higher Training To provide participants with the methodologies and instruments aimed at enhancing their ability to implement and support innovative teaching procedures in a continued improvement framework specifically intended at developing innovative projects while ensuring the solidity and continued development of the Air Force. Objectives are met by developing knowledge and competencies within the framework of innovative teaching procedures aimed at further organizational Course Objectives development. In particular, activities aim at developing professional figures able to implement innovative teaching procedures which respond to Air Force specific requirements as a function of the continued growth and changes in our different fields of activity. The course, besides providing a structured approach to all managerial aspects of training by illustrating them in a complete, in-depth manner, focuses on the development and enhancement of some specific dimensions which may develop, integrate and complete the different professional figures that make up the Air Force. Duration 3 weeks + 3 weeks distance learning Requirements  Having attended the Instructors’ Training Course or Teaching Methodologies Course (integrated with the E-learning Further Training Course) proficiently;  Language proficiency: Italian, minimum B2 level. Price To be calculated by the Air Force Staff on the basis of agreements in force. Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Florence shall be provided to participants by ISMA. Students will be lodged in double (up to the rank of Captain) and single rooms (higher ranks). All rooms are equipped with TV, fridge, heating, air conditioning, private bathroom and wi-fi. During the first phase of the course, the Administration will provide laptop computers to participants whose computers are not available. The course will be held in Italian.

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Istituto di Scienze Militari Aeronautiche

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Code SMA 06 Institution Centro di Formazione Didattica e Manageriale P.o.C.: 055-2704416 Course Title Planning and Assessment Course for Teaching Supervisors

Course Objectives To provide specific teaching competences to carry out Teaching Supervisors tasks related to planning of complex training courses and implementing efficient assessment systems.

Duration 10 working days plus 15 distance learning working days

Requirements Language proficiency: Italian, minimum B1 level.

Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Florence shall be provided to participants by ISMA. Students will be lodged in double (up to the rank of Captain) and single rooms (higher ranks). All rooms are equipped with TV, fridge, heating, air conditioning, private bathroom and wi-fi. During the first phase of the course, the Administration will provide laptop computers to participants whose computers are not available. The course will be held in Italian

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Istituto di Scienze Militari Aeronautiche

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Code SMA 07 Institution Centro di Formazione Didattica e Manageriale P.o.C.: 055-2704416 Course Title Technical Instructors’ Teaching Methodologies Course Objectives To provide participants with basic methodology competencies needed to work as Instructors in training activities, with the exception of flight activities. At the conclusion of the course, participants shall have acquired:  The mentality and instructional skills necessary to become Instructors.  The basic methodology to prepare and hold instructional briefings in order to effectively pass on to their students their Instructors’ competences. Course curriculum The course is made up of theory classes and training activities aimed at and modalities acquiring assessment methodologies and techniques. Duration 5 working days. Requirements Language proficiency: Italian- minimum B1 level. Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Florence shall be provided to participants by ISMA. Students will be lodged in double (up to the rank of Captain) and single rooms (higher ranks). All rooms are equipped with TV, fridge, heating, air conditioning, private bathroom and wi-fi. The Administration will provide laptop computers to participants whose computers are not available. The course will be held in Italian.

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Istituto di Scienze Militari Aeronautiche

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Code SMA 08 Institution Centro di Formazione Didattica e Manageriale P.o.C.: 055-2704416 Course Title E-Tutoring Course Course Objectives To provide participants with specific teaching competences needed to work as Process Tutors during e-learning courses implemented on the Moodle platform. Course curriculum The course is made up of theory classes and training activities aimed at and modalities acquiring assessment methodologies and techniques. Duration 10 working days plus 4 weeks distance learning. Requirements  Highly motivated to carry out task;  Good communication and interpersonal relationship aptitudes;  Fair knowledge of computer systems;  High speed Aeronet or Internet connections must be available at workplace;  Language proficiency: Italian- minimum B2 level. Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Florence shall be provided to participants by ISMA. Students will be lodged in double (up to the rank of Captain) and single rooms (higher ranks). All rooms are equipped with TV, fridge, heating, air conditioning, private bathroom and wi-fi. During the first part of the course, the Administration will provide laptop computers to participants whose computers are not available. The course will be held in Italian.

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Istituto di Scienze Militari Aeronautiche

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Code SMA 09 Institution Centro di Formazione Didattica e Manageriale P.o.C.: 055-2704416 Course Title Advanced Course on e-Learning Methodology Course Objectives To provide participants with additional specific teaching competences (e- learning methodology) for Military Tutors.

Duration 5 working days plus 1 week distance learning. Requirements  Fair knowledge of computer systems;  High speed Aeronet or Internet connections must be available at workplace;  Language proficiency: Italian- minimum B2 level. Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Florence shall be provided to participants by ISMA. Lodging will be provided in double rooms to students up to the rank of Captain and single rooms for higher ranks. All rooms are equipped with TV, fridge, heating, air conditioning, private bathroom and wi-fi. During the first part of the course, the Administration will provide laptop computers to participants whose computers are not available. The course will be held in Italian.

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Istituto di Scienze Militari Aeronautiche

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Code SMA 10 Institution Centro di Formazione Didattica e Manageriale P.o.C.: 055-2704416 Course Title Moodle Platform Administrator Course Objectives To provide participants with specific competences for Moodle Administrators. Duration 5 working days plus 1 week distance learning. Candidate  Fair knowledge of computer systems; Requirements  High speed Aeronet or Internet connections must be available at workplace;  Language proficiency: Italian- minimum B2 level. Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Florence shall be provided to participants by ISMA. Lodging will be provided in double rooms to students up to the rank of Captain and single rooms for higher ranks. All rooms are equipped with TV, fridge, heating, air conditioning, private bathroom and wi-fi. During the first part of the course, the Administration will provide laptop computers to participants whose computers are not available. The course will be held in Italian.

Code SMA 11 Institution Centro di Formazione Didattica e Manageriale P.o.C.: 055-2704416 Course Title Moodle Help Desk Operators Course Objectives To provide participants with specific competences for Moodle help desk operators. Duration 2 working days plus 1 week distance learning. Candidate  Fair knowledge of computer systems; Requirements  High speed Aeronet or Internet connections must be available at workplace;  Language proficiency: Italian- minimum B1 level. Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Florence shall be provided to participants by ISMA. Lodging will be provided in double rooms to students up to the rank of Captain and single rooms for higher ranks. All rooms are equipped with TV, fridge, heating, air conditioning, private bathroom and wi-fi. During the first part of the course, the Administration will provide laptop computers to participants whose computers are not available. The course will be held in Italian.

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Istituto di Scienze Militari Aeronautiche

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Code SMA 12 Institution Centro di Formazione Didattica e Manageriale P.o.C.: 055-2704416 Course Title Military Project Managers- Qualification Course Course Objectives To provide participants with the theory and instruments needed to work as Military Project Managers within the effective project management framework regulated by SMA-ORD-044 directive. In particular: Project Manager basic knowledge, the Touch and Go application and Microsoft Office Project 2007. Duration 15 working days plus 3 weeks distance learning. Candidate  Aptitude to complex activities and personnel management; Requirements  Good communication abilities;  Good knowledge of computer systems;  Language proficiency: Italian- minimum B2 level. Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Florence shall be provided to participants by ISMA. Lodging will be provided in double rooms to students up to the rank of Captain and single rooms for higher ranks. All rooms are equipped with TV, fridge, heating, air conditioning, private bathroom and wi-fi. During the first part of the course, the Administration will provide laptop computers to participants whose computers are not available. The course will be held in Italian.

Code SMA 13 Institution Centro di Formazione Didattica e Manageriale P.o.C.: 055-2704416 Course Title PRINCE 2 Course Objectives To provide participants with the theory and instruments needed to use the PRINCE 2 methodology. In particular, PRINCE 2 basic knowledge needed to work as Touch and Go tutor. Duration 5 working days. Candidate  Aptitude to complex activities and personnel management; Requirements  Good communication abilities;  Junior Project Manager qualification;  Language proficiency: Italian- minimum B2 level. Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Florence shall be provided to participants by ISMA. Lodging will be provided in double rooms to students up to the rank of Captain and single rooms for higher ranks. All rooms are equipped with TV, fridge, heating, air conditioning, private bathroom and wi-fi. During the first part of the course, the Administration will provide laptop computers to participants whose computers are not available. The course will be held in Italian. AERONAUTICA

Centro di Formazione Aviation English(Loreto)

Code SMA 14 Institution Centro di Formazione Aviation English - Loreto P.o.C.: 071-750692072 Course Title INTENSIVE ENGLISH COURSE Course Objectives Improve students’ knowledge of English in the Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing abilities. Students’ level will be certified by a JFLT exam according to STANAG 6001. Foreign students should qualify as B2 level in order to attend courses organized by the or other Forces.

Duration 58 working days. Candidate n.a. Requirements

Notes Where provided for, full board and accommodation in Loreto shall be provided to participants by SLE (School of Foreign Languages). Standard accomodation shall be provided in single rooms; in case students will outnumber available single rooms, they may be lodged in double or triple rooms, depending on rank. All rooms are equipped with TVs and private bathrooms. Officers and NCOs will be lodged in single rooms with TVs and private bathrooms.

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Centro di Formazione Aviation English(Loreto)

Code SMA 15 Institution Centro di Formazione Aviation English - Loreto P.o.C.: 071-750692072 Course Title ITALIAN FOR FOREIGNERS Course Objectives To provide students with a B2 level knowledge of Italian, needed to attend courses at the Italian Air Force of other Forces’ Institutes/Schools (e.g.: Academies, ISMA, SMAM etc.).

Duration 5 months. Candidate Basic knowledge of Italian is desirable. Requirements

Notes Where provided for, board and accommodation in Loreto shall be provided to participants by SLE (School of Foreign Languages). Officers and NCOs will be lodged in single rooms with TVs and private bathrooms; rank-and- file soldiers and cadets will be lodged in quadruple rooms with common bathrooms.

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Accademia Aeronautica (Pozzuoli)

Code SMA 16 Institution Accademia Aeronautica P.o.C.: 081-7355681 Course Title Regular Navigators’Course Course Objectives To provide participants with the basic knowledge needed to join the AF at the assigned executive/management level. At the end of the 3-years course students are issued a Bachelor’s Degree in Aeronautical Sciences. According to the curriculum of Naples University Federico II, subjects taught are:  Basic sciences;  Flight-Applied Science;  Military Science;  Economics, Management and Political Sciences; At the end of the course students are issued a Bachelor’s Degree in Aeronautical Sciences and an Airline Pilot Licence. Duration 3 years Candidate  High School or equivalent Diploma; Requirements  Outstanding mathematical/scientific education;  IT proficiency;  Physical and Psychological fitness;  Good athletic skills;  Italian: minimum B2. Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation at Pozzuoli Air Force Academy. The course is held in Italian (some subjects are taught in English).

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Accademia Aeronautica (Pozzuoli)

Code SMA 17 Institution Accademia Aeronautica P.o.C.: 081-7355681 Course Title Academy Officers’ Course Course Objectives To provide participants with the basic knowledge needed to join the AF at executive/management level. The course is organized in two stages: a 3-years course granting a Bachelor’s Degree and a second stage granting an MA in Aeronautical Sciences. According to the curriculum of Naples University Federico II, subjects taught are:  Basic sciences;  Flight-Applied Science;  Military Science;  Economics, Management and Political Sciences; Duration 3 years Candidate  High School or equivalent Diploma; Requirements  Outstanding mathematical/scientific education;  IT proficiency;  Physical and Psychological fitness;  Good athletic skills;  Italian: minimum B2. Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation at Pozzuoli Air Force Academy. The course is held in Italian (a few subjects are taught in English).

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Accademia Aeronautica (Pozzuoli)

Code SMA 18 Institution Accademia Aeronautica - Pozzuoli P.D.C. RINAM 665-5681 Commerciale 081-7355681. Course Title Regular Training Course For Engineer Officers Course Objectives To provide basic training in order to joint the Air force and perform in the assigned role as Officer. At the end of the course students are granted a University Degree in (laurea) in “ingegneria Aerospaziale, Civile o Elettronica”.

Duration 5 years Candidate Requirements  High School or equivalent Diploma;  Outstanding mathematical/scientific education;  IT proficiency;  Physical and Psychological fitness;  Good athletic skills;  Italian: minimum B2.

Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation at Pozzuoli Air Force Academy. The course is held in Italian (a few subjects are taught in English).

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Accademia Aeronautica (Pozzuoli)

Code SMA 19 Institution Accademia Aeronautica P.o.C.: 081-7355681 Course Title Regular Course for Administrative Assistant Officers Course Objectives To provide participants with the basic knowledge needed to join the AF at executive/management levels. At the end of the course students are granted a University Degree in Law. Duration 5 years Candidate  High School or equivalent Diploma; Requirements  Outstanding mathematical/scientific education;  IT proficiency;  Physical and Psychological fitness;  Good athletic skills;  Italian: minimum B2. Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation at Pozzuoli Air Force Academy. The course is held in Italian.

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Accademia Aeronautica (Pozzuoli)

Code SMA 20 Institution Accademia Aeronautica P.o.C.: 081-7355681 Course Title Regular Course for Medical Corps Officers Course Objectives To provide participants with the basic knowledge needed to join the AF Medical Corps. At the end of the course students are granted a University Degree in Medicine and Surgery. Duration 5 years Candidate  High School or equivalent Diploma; Requirements  Outstanding mathematical/scientific education;  IT proficiency;  Physical and Psychological fitness;  Good athletic skills;  Italian: minimum B2. Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation at Pozzuoli Air Force Academy. The course is held in Italian.

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Accademia Aeronautica (Pozzuoli)

Code SMA 21 Institution Accademia Aeronautica P.o.C.: 081-7355681 Course Title Navigators’ Training Course Course Objectives To provide Navigators with a MA, in accordance with SMA-ORD 001 directive. At the end of this 2-year course students are granted a MA in Aeronautical Sciences. Duration 2 years Candidate  BD in Aeronautical Sciences; Requirements  Italian: minimum B2.

Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation at Pozzuoli Air Force Academy. The course is held in Italian.

Code SMA 22 Institution Accademia Aeronautica P.o.C.: 081-7355681 Course Title Officers’ Application Course Course Objectives To provide Academy Officers with a MA, in accordance with SMA- ORD 001 directive. At the end of the course students are granted a MA Degree in Aeronautical Sciences. Duration 2 years Candidate  BD in Aeronautical Sciences; Requirements  Italian: minimum B2.

Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation at Pozzuoli Air Force Academy. The course is held in Italian.

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Accademia Aeronautica (Pozzuoli)

Code SMA 23 Institution Accademia Aeronautica P.o.C.: 081-7355681 Course Title Training Course for AF Engineering Corps Officers Course Objectives To provide AF Engineering Corps Officers with a MA, in accordance with SMA-ORD 001 directive. Duration 2 years Candidate  BD in Aerospace Engineering; Requirements  Italian: minimum B2.

Price To be calculated by the Air Force Staff on the basis of agreements in force. Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation at Pozzuoli Air Force Academy. The course is held in Italian.

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Scuola Allievi Marescialli (Viterbo)

Code SMA 24 Institution Scuola Marescialli A.M. P.o.C.: 0761-3553032 Course Title Application Course for Cadet Warrant Officers Course Objectives To provide Cadet Warrant Officers with physical, psychological, cultural, technical and character-building training. During the first 2 years, besides passing regular university exams, students will acquire Category and Specialty professional knowledge aimed at qualifying as Warrant officers. The 2nd year final exam, moreover, will grant qualification as WO III class. The 3rd year is dedicated to streamlining technical-professional knowledge as well as complete the university course to be granted a BD in Organization and Management Science. Duration 3 years Candidate Italian: minimum B2. Requirements Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation at SMAM, in Viterbo. The course is held in Italian (some subjects are taught in English).

Code SMA 25 Institution Scuola Marescialli A.M. P.o.C.: 0761-3553032 Course Title Cadet Warrant Officers Course. Category: Medical Corps Course Objectives To provide Cadet Warrant Officers with physical, psychological, cultural, technical and character-building training. During the first 2 years, besides passing regular university exams, students will acquire Category and Specialty professional knowledge aimed at qualifying as Warrant officers. The 2nd year final exam, moreover, will grant qualification as WO III class. The 3rd year is dedicated to streamlining technical-professional knowledge as well as complete the university course with a BD in Nursing. Duration 3 years Candidate Italian: minimum B2. Requirements Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation at SMAM, in Viterbo. The course is held in Italian (some subjects are taught in English).

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Scuola Specialisti A.M. (Caserta)

Code SMA 26 Institution Scuola Specialisti A.M.- Caserta P.o.C.: 0823-428560 Course Title Aircraft Maintenance Course for Officers and Civil Servants from other Armed Forces, Paramilitary Corps and other Services Course Objectives To provide theoretical and practical basic knowledge for technical supervisors of turbine or piston engine aircraft. Duration 17 weeks Candidate Italian: minimum B1. Requirements Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation at S.S.A.M., in Caserta. The course is held in Italian.

Code SMA 27 Institution Scuola Specialisti A.M.- Caserta P.o.C.: 0823-428560 Course Title Aircraft Maintenance Course for Training of Specialists from other Armed Forces, Paramilitary Corps and other Services Course Objectives To provide theoretical and practical basic knowledge for technical supervisors of turbine or piston engine aircraft. Duration 34 weeks Candidate Italian: minimum B1. Requirements Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation at S.S.A.M., in Caserta. The course is held in Italian (some subjects are taught in English).

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70° STORMO (Latina) Brevetto Pilota Aeroplano

Code SMA 28 Institution 70th Wing- Latina P.o.C.: 0773-8212211 Course Title Airplane Pilot Licence Course Objectives To provide fundamentals necessary to attend the flying course, assess flying aptitude and obtain Airplane Pilot License. Duration 10 weeks Candidate  High School Diploma; Requirements  Italian: minimum B1. Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation by the 70th Wing. The course is held in Italian.

Code SMA 29 Institution 70th Wing- Latina P.o.C.: 0773-8212211 Course Title Military Pilot License- Phase 1 Course Objectives To strengthen basic knowledge of visual flight in relation to maneuvers introduced in the previous phase of the Airplane Pilot License course and achieve appropriate aircraft mastering, in particular in developing acrobatic and coordination maneuvers and in simulated emergency management. To achieve VFR navigation preparatory abilities and appropriate mastering of aircraft in simulated emergency situations. Duration 9 weeks Candidate  Cadet Pilots with Airplane Pilot License; Requirements  Italian: minimum B1. Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation by the 70th Wing. The course is held in Italian.

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70° STORMO (Latina) Brevetto Pilota Aeroplano

Code SMA 30 Institution 70th Wing- Latina P.o.C.: 0773-8212211 Course Title Military Pilot License- Phase I1 Course Objectives  To strengthen basic knowledge of visual flight in relation to maneuvers introduced in the previous phase of the Airplane Pilot License course and achieve appropriate aircraft mastering, in particular in developing acrobatic and coordination maneuvers;  To achieve preparatory abilities in basic instrumental and radio-controlled flight and low and very low altitude visual and instrumental navigation.;  To achieve preparatory abilities in formation flight. Duration About 26 weeks Candidate  Cadet Pilots with Airplane Pilot License; Requirements  Italian: minimum B1. Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation by the 70th Wing. The course is held in Italian.

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61° STORMO (Lecce)

Code SMA 31 Institution 61st Wing- Lecce P.o.C.: 0832- 262232 Course Title Military Pilot License- Phase I1I Course Objectives To provide Military Pilot License.

Duration 46 weeks Candidate  Pilots having completed training at 70th Wing- Latina. Requirements  Italian: minimum B1. Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation by the 61st Wing. The course is held in Italian (upon request, course can be also held in English). .

Code SMA 32 Institution 61st Wing- Lecce P.o.C.: 0832- 262232 Course Title Military Pilot License- Phase I1I Course Objectives To provide Military Pilot License.

Duration 46 weeks Candidate  Pilots having completed training at 70th Wing- Latina. Requirements  Italian: minimum B1. Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation by the 61st Wing. The course is held in Italian (upon request, course can be also held in English).

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72° STORMO (Frosinone)

Code SMA 33 Institution 72nd Wing- Frosinone P.o.C.: 0775- 262227 Course Title Military Helicopter Pilot Course Objectives To asses flight attitude and provide Military Helicopter Pilot License to members of the Armed Forces and State Armed Corps. Duration 41 weeks Candidate  Armed Forces and State Armed Corps personnel who don’t have a Military Requirements Pilot License.  Italian: minimum B1. Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation by the 72nd Wing. The course is held in Italian.

Code SMA 34 Institution 72nd Wing- Frosinone P.o.C.: 0775- 262227 Course Title Helicopter Qualification for Personnel having a Military Pilot License Course Objectives To provide Military Pilots with helicopter qualifications.

Duration 29 weeks Candidate  Military Pilot License. Requirements  Italian: minimum B1. Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation by the 72nd Wing. The course is held in Italian.

Code SMA 35 Institution 72nd Wing- Frosinone P.o.C.: 0775- 262227 Course Title Helicopter Instructional Qualification Course Course Objectives To provide Military Pilots selected according to regulations in force, having the necessary requirements and having attended and passed the MEDID (teaching methodology) Instructional Flight Course with Instructional Qualification. Duration 10 weeks Candidate  Military Pilot selected according to regulations in force.. Requirements  Italian: minimum B1. Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation by the 72nd Wing. The course is held in Italian.

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72° STORMO (Frosinone)

Code SMA 36 Institution 72nd Wing- Frosinone P.o.C.: 0775- 262227 Course Title Helicopter Instructional Rating Course Course Objectives To provide Military Pilots selected according to regulations in force and having attended and passed the Helicopter Instructional Qualification Course with Instructional Rating. Duration 5 weeks Candidate  Military Pilot selected according to regulations in force. Requirements  Having passed the Helicopter Instructional Qualification Course.  Italian: minimum B1. Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation by the 72nd Wing. The course is held in Italian.

Accademia Aeronautica (Pozzuoli)

Code SMA 37 Institution AF Academy-Pozzuoli P.o.C.: 081- 7355681 Course Title Theoretical/Practical Course for Flight Course Participants (P.I.T.P.) Course Objectives Preparatory training period for achieving the Military Pilot License- II Phase.

Duration 9 weeks Candidate  Having passed the I Phase for achieving the MPL. Requirements  Italian: minimum B1. Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation at Pozzuoli AF Academy. The course is held in Italian.

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61° STORMO (Lecce)

Code SMA 38 Institution 61st Wing- Lecce P.o.C.: 0832- 262232 Course Title Flight Instructors’ Course (previously Jet Airplane Instructional Qualification) Course Objectives To provide Military Pilots with the ability to conduct Phase III instructional missions on T339A aircraft. Duration 20 weeks Candidate  Knowledge of Italian and English: minimum B1. Requirements Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation by the 61st Wing. The course is held in Italian (upon request, course can be also held in English). .

Code SMA 39 Institution 61st Wing- Lecce P.o.C.: 0832- 262232 Course Title LIFT (Lead In Fighter Training) Course Objectives To prepare Military Pilots assigned to aero-tactical lines to cope with OCUs.

Duration 27 weeks Candidate  Knowledge of Italian and English: minimum B1. Requirements Notes Students will be provided full board and accommodation by the 61st Wing. The course is held in Italian (upon request, course can be also held in English). .

CODE SMA 40 61° Stormo – Lecce Institution P.D.C. RINAM 674-2232 Commerciale 0832-262232. Course title Lead In Fighter Training Phase IV- INSTRUCTOR PROGRAM To provide instructional qualification to A.F. and other foreign A.F. Military Pilots Course objectives selected as Phase IV Instructors. Duration 16 weeks. Candidate Knowledge of Italian and English: minimum B1 requirements Students will be provided full board and accommodation by the 61st Wing. Notes The course is held in Italian (upon request, course can be also held in English).

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Reparto Chimico Centro Sperimentale di volo

Aeroporto di Pratica di Mare

Code SMA 41 Institution Centro Sperimentale di Volo- Department of Chemistry Pratica di Mare Course Title AIRCRAFT CORROSION AND PROTECTION BY A.S.P.V. Course Objectives To provide participants with basic knowledge concerning the importance, types, characteristics dangerousness of the aircraft most frequent types of corrosion, as well as surface and protection treatments using paints and adhesives. Course Structure  Theoretical phase: 52 hours; and Curriculum  Practical phase: 8 hrs. Duration and  Duration: 2 weeks Possible Course  Course Dates: to be established Dates Number of  1 Officer Foreign Students’  I Warrant Officer Possible Openings None for Students from Non-NATO Countries Candidate Spoken and written Italian. Requirements Food and To be established by the relevant A.C. Accommodation at Military Facilities A.O.B. The course is open to Officers and Warrant Officers. The course is held in Italian.

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Reparto Chimico Centro Sperimentale di volo

Aeroporto di Pratica di Mare

Code SMA 42 Institution Centro Sperimentale di Volo- Department of Chemistry Pratica di Mare Course Title NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING- LEVEL 2 Course Objectives To qualify and certify A.F. and A.C. personnel assigned to Nondestructive Testing Activities (C.N.D.) Course Structure  Theoretical phase with final written/oral exams. and Curriculum  Practice Phase with Finals Practical Exams after a period of O.J.T. length not less than six months Duration and  Duration: 11 weeks Possible Course  Course Dates: to be established Dates Number of Available positions: 2. Foreign Students’ The limited number of positions is due to the course not being held every year and to the A.F. having to provide training to other Armed Forces and Corps. Possible Openings YES for Students from Non-NATO Countries Candidate  Preferably holders of High School Diplomas (with special training in Requirements electronics, mechanics etc.)  Spoken and written Italian.  Candidates must have technical and scientific knowledge in one of these areas: Chemistry, Physics, Electronic, Telecommunications, Electrotechnics and Electromechanical.  Candidates must pass an eye visit consisting of the following tests: - Near vision; Jaeger No 1 or equivalent, not less than 30 cm per eye, with or without correction*; - Color perception: personnel must be able to tell apart colors used in the process. If appropriate tests are not available, an ISHIHARA test can be employed. *Said requirement can be reduced to Jaeger No 2 or equivalent for the Ultrasound and Induced Currents methods. Such reduction must be stated in a supporting document. As regards corrective means, (glasses, contact lenses) used by candidates, please note that they must be exactly as prescribed by your eye doctor. Candidates’ glasses and contact lenses must be checked during the eye tests to verify their appropriateness. No colored, dark or photochromic lenses are not permitted. Food and To be established by the relevant A.C. Accommodation at Military Facilities

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A.O.B. The course is open to Officers . The course is held in Italian.

Reparto Chimico Centro Sperimentale di volo

Aeroporto di Pratica di Mare

Code SMA 43 Institution Centro Sperimentale di Volo- Department of Chemistry Pratica di Mare Course Title NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING- LEVEL 1 Course Objectives To qualify and certify A.F. personnel assigned to Nondestructive Testing Activities (C.N.D.) Course Structure  Theoretical phase with final written/oral exams. and Curriculum  Practice Phase with Finals Practical Exams after a period of O.J.T. length not less than six months Duration and  Duration: 6 weeks Possible Course  Course Dates: to be established Dates Number of Available positions: 2. The limited number of positions is due to the course Foreign Students’ not being held every year and to the A.F. having to provide training to other Armed Forces and Corps. Possible Openings YES for Students from Non-NATO Countries Candidate  Preferably holders of High School Diplomas (with special training in Requirements electronics, mechanics etc.)  Spoken and written Italian.  Candidates must have technical and scientific knowledge in one of these areas: Chemistry, Physics, Electronic, Telecommunications, Electrotechnics and Electromechanical.  Candidates must pass an eye visit consisting of the following tests: - Near vision; Jaeger No 1 or equivalent, not less than 30 cm per eye, with or without correction*; - Color perception: personnel must be able to tell apart colors used in the process. If appropriate tests are not available, an ISHIHARA test can be employed. *Said requirement can be reduced to Jaeger No 2 or equivalent for the Ultrasound and Induced Currents methods. Such reduction must be stated in a supporting document. As regards corrective means, (glasses, contact lenses) used by candidates, please note that they must be exactly as prescribed by your eye doctor. Candidates’ glasses and contact lenses must be checked during the eye tests to verify their appropriateness. No colored, dark or photochromic lenses are not permitted.

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Food and To be established by the relevant A.C. Accommodation at Military Facilities A.O.B. The course is open to Warrant Officers. The course is held in Italian. Code SMA 44 Institution Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo (RACSA)- Pratica di Mare Course Title Meteorological Technician (Meteo information) Course Objectives The specialization course in Meteo Information aims at providing students with theoretical and practical (basic) training enabling them to immediately be operational in the AF Meteorological Service. Based on the course curriculum and structure students will acquire a Meteorological Technician – Medium Level qualification, according to WMO regulation 258 (fourth edition, 2002 and 2006 supplement) profile. Course Structure The course is structured in a single theoretical-practical phase focusing, and Curriculum according to regulations, on the following subjects:  General Meteorology  Climatology and Statistics  Aeronautical Meteorology  English  Organization  Codes  Meteorological Telecommunications  Tools  Aeronautical Meteorology exercises  Conferences Duration and  Duration: 45 days Possible Course  April Dates Number of Available positions: 2. The limited number of positions is due to the course Foreign Students not being held every year and to the A.F. having to provide training to other Armed Forces and Corps. Possible Openings for 4 Students from Non- NATO Countries

Candidate Students must be experienced Meteorological Service Warrant Officers who Requirements have been on active duty for at least three years at a Meteorological Unit , holders of High School Diplomas in the technical/scientific field. Italian: good level. Food and To be established case by case, due to shortage of accommodation facilities Accommodation at at Airport Headquarters at Pratica di Mare. Military Facilities A.O.B. Actual holding of the course will depend on the availability of financial resources. The course is held in Italian.

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Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo

(RACSA) – Aeroporto di Pratica di Mare

Code SMA 45 Institution Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo (RACSA)- Pratica di Mare Course Title Meteorological Observers Course Objectives The specialization course for Meteorological Observers aims at providing students with theoretical and practical (basic) training enabling them to immediately be operational in the AF Meteorological Service. Based on the course curriculum and structure students will acquire a Meteorological Technician – Entry Level qualification, according to WMO regulation 258 (fourth edition, 2002 and 2006 supplement) profile. Course Structure The course is structured in a single theoretical-practical phase focusing, and Curriculum according to regulations, on the following subjects:  General and Aeronautical Meteorology  Observation and Measurement Methods  Operational Software  English  Organization  Codes  Meteorological Telecommunications  Tools  Conferences Duration and  Duration: 80 days Possible Course  September Dates Number of 5 Foreign Students

Candidate Students must be experienced Meteorological Service Warrant Officers who Requirements have been on active duty for at least three years at a Meteorological Unit , holders of High School Diplomas in the technical/scientific field. Italian: good level. Food and To be established case by case, due to shortage of accommodation facilities Accommodation at at Airport Headquarters at Pratica di Mare. Military Facilities Price To be established. A.O.B. Actual holding of the course will depend on the availability of financial resources. The course is held in Italian.

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Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo

(RACSA) – Aeroporto di Pratica di Mare

Code SMA 46 Institution Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo (RACSA)- Pratica di Mare Course Title Meteorological Forecasters Course Objectives The specialization course for Meteorological Forecasters aims at providing students with theoretical and practical (basic) training enabling them to immediately be operational in the AF Airports’ Meteorological Service Units. Based on the course curriculum and structure students will acquire a Meteorological Technician – Senior Level qualification, according to WMO regulation 258 (fourth edition, 2002 and 2006 supplement) profile. Course Structure The course is structured in a single theoretical-practical phase focusing, and Curriculum according to regulations, on the following subjects:  General and Synoptic Meteorology  Climatology and Statistics  Aeronautical and Airport Meteorology  Tools and Observation Methods  Telecommunications in Meteorological Services  Organization  Meteorological Codes  English  Conferences Duration and  Duration: 55 days Possible Course  June Dates Number of 3 Foreign Students Non-NATO YES Students

Candidate Students must be experienced Meteorological Service Warrant Officers who Requirements have been on active duty for at least three years at a Meteorological Unit , holders of High School Diplomas in the technical/scientific field and qualified as Meteorological Technicians- Medium Level. Italian: good. Food and To be established case by case, due to shortage of accommodation facilities Accommodation at at Airport Headquarters at Pratica di Mare. Military Facilities

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Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo

(RACSA) – Aeroporto di Pratica di Mare

Code SMA 47 Institution Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo (RACSA)- Pratica di Mare Course Title Specialization in Operational Meteorology Course Objectives The specialization course in Operational Meteorology aims at providing students with theoretical and practical (basic) training enabling them to immediately be operational in the AF Meteorological Service. Based on the course curriculum and structure students holding a BD in scientific/technical subjects will acquire a Meteorologist qualification, according to WMO regulation 258 (fourth edition, 2002 and 2006 supplement). Course Structure The course is structured in two phases: educational phase and OJT (On-the- and Curriculum Job Training) phase. The theoretical/practical classes focus, according to regulations, on the following subjects:  English  Mathematics  Physics  Physics of the Atmosphere and Boundary Layer  Dynamics and Numerical Forecasting  Synoptic Meteorology and Mesoscale  Aeronautical Meteorology  Climatology and Statistics  Tools and Observation Methods  Meteorological Codes  Principles of Computer Science  Telematics  Remote Sensing and Space Meteorology  Radar Meteorology  Effective Communications  Organization  Marine Meteorology  Conferences Duration and  Duration: 145 days- classes Possible Course  85 days- On-the-Job Training Dates  May No of Foreign 3 Students Non-NATO YES Students Candidates’ Students are Geophysicists/Gars officers who have passed the Active Service requirements Officers’ Examinations, holders of BDs in technical/scientific subjects. Italian: good. Food and To be established case by case, due to shortage of accommodation facilities Accommodation at at Airport Headquarters at Pratica di Mare. Military Facilities

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Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo

(RACSA) – Aeroporto di Pratica di Mare

Code SMA 48 Institution Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo (RACSA)- Pratica di Mare Course Title Air Space Control Operational Instructor (ON THE JOB TRAINING INSTRUCTOR – O.J.T.I.) Course Objectives To provide students with the theoretical knowledge needed to carry out instructors’ functions in their different fields of specialization, within the framework of activities involved in Air Space Control. To provide teaching methodologies aimed at streamlining theoretical classes. Course Structure The course is made up of theoretical classes and practical exercises aimed at and Curriculum providing teaching methodologies to train Air Space Controllers at operational positions with real traffic. Duration and  Duration: 3 weeks Possible Course Dates Number of 4 Foreign Students’ Non-NATO YES Students

Candidate Italian: good. Requirements (Officers and WO) Food and To be established case by case, due to shortage of accommodation facilities Accommodation at at Airport Headquarters at Pratica di Mare. Military Facilities A.O.B. The course is held in Italian.

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Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo

(RACSA) – Aeroporto di Pratica di Mare

Code SMA 49 Institution Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo (RACSA)- Pratica di Mare Course Title BASIC SURVEILLANCE COURSE Course Objectives To provide students with the theoretical knowledge needed to understand Air Defence functions assigned to ASACS, as well as tasks and responsibilities of surveillance operators. At the conclusion of the course students will have the basic technical/operational knowledge needed to use different presentation systems in operations rooms and start appropriate specific training to be granted IO and TPO qualifications. This is a preparatory course for admission to the Interceptor Control Course. Course Structure The course includes theoretical classes on the following subjects: and Curriculum - Surveillance Monitoring - Tracking and Identification - Data Link Management - Radar Monitoring and Control - Air Traffic, Navigation and Meteorology. - Basic training consists in the execution of simulated basic scenarios designed to provide students the desired capability level. The course may be integrated by a an OJT phase at an ASACS Unit of minimum 2/maximum 4 months to acquire IO or TPO qualifications. Duration and  Duration: 8 weeks Possible Course Dates Number of Minimum 4 maximum 15 students (15 hours are added to the course for each Foreign Students student exceeding said limit, up to 20 students). Non-NATO NO Students Candidate  English: good. Requirements  Appropriate NATO security clearance level. Food and To be established case by case, due to shortage of accommodation facilities Accommodation at at Airport Headquarters at Pratica di Mare. Military Facilities A.O.B. The course is held in English.

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Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo

(RACSA) – Aeroporto di Pratica di Mare

Code SMA 50 Institution Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo (RACSA)- Pratica di Mare Course Title BASIC TACTICAL DATA LINK COURSE Course Objectives To provide students with the basic theoretical knowledge on architecture, operational modes and employment of the various links used within the framework of Nationa Defence Administration. Course Structure The course includes theoretical classes on the following subjects: and Curriculum - Introduction to Tactical Data Links - Link11A and Link11B: technical characteristics - Link 16: technical characteristics - Radar Monitoring and Control - Limitations in the use of MIDS/LINK16. Duration and  Duration: 9 calendar days (7 instructional days) Possible Course Dates Number of Minimum 4 maximum 15 students. Foreign Students Non-NATO YES, if they belong to Partnership for Peace countries. Students Candidate English: good. Students can be: Requirements  Officers: Pilots, Navigators, Air or Missile Defence Controllers;  WO employed at NATOA or National Tactical Data Link level;  NATO countries’ military personnel. Food and To be established case by case, due to shortage of accommodation facilities Accommodation at at Airport Headquarters at Pratica di Mare. Military Facilities A.O.B. The course is held in English.

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Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo

(RACSA) – Aeroporto di Pratica di Mare

Code SMA 51 Institution Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo (RACSA)- Pratica di Mare Course Title INTERCEPTOR CONTROL COURSE

Course Objectives According to STANAG 1183, the course is structured to provide students with competences and abilities needed to control interceptor aircraft based on NATO standard procedures and modes of control. Course Structure The course includes theoretical classes on the following subjects: and Curriculum - Intercepting Techniques. - Fighter Aircraft and their Weapons Systems - Air and Joint Tactical Doctrine - Air Traffic Control Procedures - Air Combat Tactics - Offensive and Defensive Air Operations - Employment of Electronic Warfare Systems - Radar Monitoring and Control - AAR (Air to Air refueling) Practical exercises are based on the execution of simulated control events. The course is divided into 2 phases: - Phase1: Loose Control; - Phase 2: Close Control. The course is followed by an OJT phase based on live control activities carried out at an ASACS Unit for at least 4 months. Duration and  16 weeks (8 for each phase) Possible Course Dates Number of Minimum 4 maximum 8 students. Foreign Students Non-NATO NO Students Candidate  English: good. Requirements  Having attended the Basic Surveillance Course or having equivalent expertise in the field of Air Defence (to be assessed by an entry test).  Appropriate NATO security clearance level. Food and To be established case by case, due to shortage of accommodation facilities Accommodation at at Airport Headquarters at Pratica di Mare. Military Facilities A.O.B. The course is held in English.

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Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo

(RACSA) – Aeroporto di Pratica di Mare

Code SMA 52 Institution Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo (RACSA)- Pratica di Mare Course Title TACTICAL CONTROL COURSE

Course Objectives To provide students with the theoretical and practical education and training needed to carry out Fighter Allocator and Master Controller functions within the framework of NATO Integrated Air Defence System according to NATO provisions currently in force. Course Structure The course includes theoretical classes on the following subjects: and Curriculum - Air Strategy Fundamentals - Air Defence Procedures - Missile Systems - Employment of Air Defence Systems - Air Space Management - Tactical Data Links - Intelligence - Electronic Warfare Training exercises are based on the execution of simulated scenarios. The course is followed by a 4-week OJT phase carried out at an ASACS Unit for the AF part, and a further 4-week OJT phase preferably carried out at a CAOC for the MC part. Duration and  6 weeks (30 instructional days) Possible Course Dates Number of Minimum 4 maximum 8 students. The maximum number of students can be Foreign Students increased to 12 by adding 1 week of course for each student in excess of 8. Non-NATO NO Students Candidate Students must have good English, be qualified as Controller Interceptors Requirements according to STANAG 1183 and have at least 2 year operational experience. Experience as Track Production or Identification Officers is desirable. Food and To be established case by case, due to shortage of accommodation facilities Accommodation at at Airport Headquarters at Pratica di Mare. Military Facilities A.O.B. The course is held in English.

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Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo

(RACSA) – Aeroporto di Pratica di Mare

Code SMA 53 Institution Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo (RACSA)- Pratica di Mare Course Title ADVANCED TACTICAL DATA LINK COURSE

Course Objectives To provide students with the theoretical education needed to carry out data planning, operational management and upload within a network made up of different links used by the Armed Forces. Course Structure The course includes theoretical classes on the following subjects: and Curriculum - Tactical Data Links - Operational Messaging Duration and  2 weeks Possible Course Dates Number of Minimum 4 maximum 15 students. Foreign Students Non-NATO PfP countries only. Students Candidate Having attended the Basic Tactical Data Link Course or equivalent NATO Requirements courses. Students must have good English and belong to the following groups:  Officers: Pilots, Navigators, Air or Missile Defense Controllers;  Warrant Officers employed in the field of Tactical Data Links at NATO or national level;  Personnel of NATO countries’ Armed Forces. Food and To be established case by case, due to shortage of accommodation facilities Accommodation at at Airport Headquarters at Pratica di Mare. Military Facilities A.O.B. The course is held in English.

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Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo

(RACSA) – Aeroporto di Pratica di Mare

Code SMA 54 Institution Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo (RACSA)- Pratica di Mare Course Title ATC AERODROME AND PROCEDURAL APPROACH COURSE

Course Objectives The ATC Aerodrome/Procedural Approach Basic Specialization Course aims at providing students with the competences needed to be admitted to the practical training phase to acquire one or more of the following qualifications:  Visual Aerodrome (ADV)  Instrumental Aerodrome (ADI)  Radar Aerodrome (ADR)  Procedural Approach (APP) Course Structure The course consists in four instructional modules based on teaching of and Curriculum international regulations currently in force and organized according to Eurocontrol guidelines on the education of CTA Personnel. Duration and 35 Instructional weeks organized as follows: Possible Course  1st Module (Preparatory): 6 weeks; Dates  2nd Module (ADV): 8 weeks;  3rd Module (ADI/ADR): 9 weeks;  Mid-course examinations: 1  4th Module (APP): 10 weeks;  Final Examinations: 1 week. Number of Minimum 4. Foreign Students Non-NATO YES Students Candidate  English: good; Requirements  Knowledge of Italian is desirable. Food and To be established case by case, due to shortage of accommodation facilities Accommodation at at Airport Headquarters at Pratica di Mare. Military Facilities Price To be established. A.O.B. The course is held in English.

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Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo

(RACSA) – Aeroporto di Pratica di Mare

Code SMA 55 Institution Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo (RACSA)- Pratica di Mare Course Title AIR TRAFFIC ASSISTANT Course Objectives To provide students with the theoretical competences necessary to qualify and work as ATA/UIV (Flight Information Office) or ATA/APOC (Operational Control Assistant). Course Structure This is a modular, theoretical/practical course. Course curriculum includes and Curriculum visits at the UIV (Flight Information Office), Pratica di Mare Airport Control Tower and SCC/AM (Coordination and Control Service/AF) at Ciampino. Duration and 12 Instructional weeks. Possible Course Dates Number of Minimum 4. Foreign Students Non-NATO YES Students Candidate  Italian: good. Requirements Food and To be established case by case, due to shortage of accommodation facilities Accommodation at at Airport Headquarters at Pratica di Mare. Military Facilities Notes The course is held in Italian. Having attended the course, students may qualify as:  ATA/UIV (Flight Information Office);  ATA/APOC (Operational Control Assistant ).

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Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo

(RACSA) – Aeroporto di Pratica di Mare

Code SMA 56 Institution Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo (RACSA)- Pratica di Mare Course Title AIR SPACE CONTROL OPERATIONAL EVALUATOR Course Objectives To provide students with the theoretical technical and methodological competences necessary to qualify as operational evaluator according to provisions in force in the field of Air Traffic and Defense standards. Course Structure Then course consists in a cycle of theoretical classes and practical training and Curriculum activities aimed at learning assessment techniques and methods. Duration and 1 week. Possible Course Dates Number of Minimum 4. Foreign Students Non-NATO YES Students Candidate  Italian: good. Requirements  Having attended the CSA Operational Instructor course. Food and To be established case by case, due to shortage of accommodation facilities Accommodation at at Airport Headquarters at Pratica di Mare. Military Facilities Notes The Corse is held in Italian.

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Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo

(RACSA) – Aeroporto di Pratica di Mare

Code SMA 57 Institution Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo (RACSA)- Pratica di Mare Course Title ATC COMBINED RADAR COURSE Course Objectives To provide students with the theoretical competences which, having acquired the relevant qualifications, will enable them to deal with approach surveillance radar (APS RAD), terminal approach surveillance (APS RAD TCL), precision radar surveillance APS RAD SRA/APS RAD GCA) and air control radar (ACS RAD) . Course Structure The course consists in 2 phases: and Curriculum  1st phase: approach radar (APS RAD/APS RAD TCL/APS RAD SRA and GCA);  2nd phase: Area control radars (ACS RAD). Duration and 2 35 instructional weeks. Possible Course Dates Number of Minimum 4. Foreign Students Non-NATO YES Students Candidate  English: good. Requirements  Knowledge of Italian is desirable.  Qualifications: Procedural Approach. Food and To be established case by case, due to shortage of accommodation facilities Accommodation at at Airport Headquarters at Pratica di Mare. Military Facilities Notes The course is held in English.

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Istituto Superiore per la Sicurezza del Volo

Code SMA 58 Institution Reparto Addestramento Controllo Spazio Aereo (RACSA)- Pratica di Mare Course Title FLIGHT SAFETY OFFICERS’ QUALIFICATION COURSE Course Objectives To provide national Armed Forces and Armed Corps personnel, as well as civilians form national organization and personnel of foreign Armed Forces serving in the Air Force environment with Flight Safety education and qualifications to deal with FS Prevention and Investigation activities provided for by their Organizations and in line with Directive ISV-7, edition 2000: Qualification of AF Officers in the field of FS. Course Structure Course subjects: and Curriculum . Accident Prevention; . Crew Resource Management; . Operational Risk Management; . Air Rescue; . Line Effectiveness and Quality Control; . Fire Fighting Service; . Investigation: Regulations and Procedures; . Investigation Techniques; . Investigation on materials; . Aerodynamics applied to FS.; . Relationship with the PI; . Meteorology applied to FS . Juridical Aspects of Flight Activity; . Psychology applied to FS; . Aviation Medicine and Physiology; . Basic life support; Practical exercises/conferences on various subjects. Duration and October through December: 8 weeks. 1 week off including Nov 1. Possible Course Dates Number of 2 Foreign Students Non-NATO YES Students Candidate  Minimum 2 years in-flight/specific sector experience; Requirements  English: good.  Selected personnel will have to be employed shortly as Wing/Group/Unit Flight safety officers;  Foreign personnel: Italian: good ((SLP 3,3,3,3). Food and Lunch provided by I.S.S.V. during class days, dinner and accommodation as Accommodation at well as meals on holiday provided by Comando Aeroporto Centocelle- Military Facilities Rome. Notes Foreign students are admitted to the course provided they have are proficient in Italian. A final exam including a short dissertation concludes the course. In order to qualify as FS Officers you must pass the exam and present a dissertation. The course is held in Italian .